Revamp your relaxation
If Netflix is your go-to way to unwind on evenings and weekends, it might be time to mix it up. Though it seems like lying motionless on the couch would be a good way to recharge, youre likely to notice you feel more tired when you peel yourself off the couch. McCarthy suggests taking a weekend break from the TV. Instead of binge-watching your favourite show, go out for a walk, she says. Just breathing in the smells of the trees along a trail can have a physiologic effect on your body. Research has shown that spending time in nature is associated with lower blood pressure and improved mental health. And outdoor exercise has also been shown to boost serotonin, a feel-good neurotransmitter, adds McCarthy.(Check out the health benefits of awe walking.)
