Author name: Pocket Power

In the busy blur of your daily life, as you seem to be thrown from one week to the next, it’s easy to overlook the importance of your wellbeing. As you navigate through the myriad of responsibilities and commitments, how often do you actually stop to consider how well you really are?

While all programs that seek to improve health and fitness are undoubtedly important, a truly comprehensive and effective approach to improving health and wellbeing and the only way that will actually bring about true and sustainable changes, will encompass not only physical activity but also mental wellbeing and nutritional intake inclusively.

In this blog, we will explore the reasons why it is important to prioritise a holistic approach to your health and fitness and how this can lead to a fitter, healthier and emotionally stronger you.

With its innate cleverness, your amygdala stands as your vigilant protector, swiftly mobilising stress responses in the face of perceived threats. Yet, while its efficiency in safeguarding you is undeniable, it is important for you to recognise signs of prolonged stress reactions. This leads to a crucial question, can someone truly get stuck in a stress response?

Before we go into what failure is, let’s understand what it isn’t. Failure isn’t a permanent state of being or a reflection of your worth as an individual. It isn’t a final verdict on your abilities or potential. Failure isn’t something to be feared or avoided at all costs; rather, it’s a natural part of your learning process and an opportunity for growth.

We often hear people tell us that your health will suffer if you don’t get a good nights sleep, but we don’t often hear the reasons why this is the case. We all know that sleep deprivation feels horrible and brings with it moodiness, brain fog, muscle aches and even hunger and weight gain. But how does the lack of sleep bring on such symptoms?