We’ve got a little bonus challenge for you today that can play a surprising role in your results … and (even better) help you feel better. Here it is: Take a few minutes today to think about your STRESS MANAGEMENT plan. Everyone should have one. It’s one of the big health & wellness “basics”. FACT: Stress is a normal part of life and sometimes it’s even good for you. But when it gets out of control it can affect not only your results … but also your sleep, your mood, and your health. This is why it is so important to have a plan to help burn off your everyday stresses. Don’t believe us? Just one reason: stress is the No. 1 reason people say they can’t sleep. Your sleep matters, because while you’re getting your Zzzs, your body is actually hard at work, recovering, rebalancing, and refreshing. PLUS it’s also reactivating your immune system and flushing out metabolic waste from your brain! But stress does more than ruin your sleep. It can affect your appetite, lead to cravings, and also disrupt your immune, digestive, cardiovascular, and reproductive systems. It can also give you headaches and lead to chronic diseases including diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure, depression, and anxiety. This is why it’s SO IMPORTANT to have a (healthy) way to burn off stress every day. There are so many great ways to do it: Today, we want to encourage you to take a few minutes to think about 1) how stress is affecting you and 2) the ways you currently manage stress in your life. At Method3 Fitness, we believe it’s all connected. True fitness and wellness is a reflection of your overall health and happiness! Make it a great (low-stress!) day – The Method3 Fitness Team Method3 Fitness is conveniently located in San Jose. Our team of personal trainers serve clients in Los Gatos, Campbell, Willow Glen and other surrounding Bay Area cities. If you found this blog useful, be sure to LIKE, LEAVE A COMMENT, and SHARE it on your favorite channel! The Method3 Fitness blog is updated weekly by our San Jose personal trainers. All content is designed to improve the way you move, eat, and think so you can achieve your goals and live stronger for today. Check back here each week and LIKE our Fan Page, to stay up to date on the latest tips, strategies and methods to get fit, lose fat, and build confidence.