How to get the energy high without running a marathon

When it’s cold and grey outside, it can be hard to get the motivation to exercise. It is however incredible for raising endorphin, serotonin and norepinephrine levels to positively affect our mood. This month try to choose something that you will find fun to do. The more you enjoy working out, the more likely you are to stick to it.

Endorphins have much the same formation to the drug morphine and are considered natural pain killers as they trigger opioid receptors in the brain. They can also bring about a feeling of euphoria and general well-being. Endorphins are also triggered by drinking, eating, sexual activity and maternal emotions.

When we exercise the brain increases the level of the neurotransmitters serotonin and norepinephrine and forwards messages to our nervous system to cheer us up. However, it isn’t essential to run a marathon to get these benefits. It can be more effective to perform short bursts of energy to give your wellbeing a boost. Anything that keeps you moving and steps up your heart rate will give you a buzz. Aerobic exercise such as walking, cycling and swimming can all boost serotonin levels. Working out with weights with shorter gaps in between sets can give you the same boost.

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Yoga and Pilates will gently increase serotonin levels and have the added calming neurobiological benefits on the mind.

Try different things, I add light weights or yoga to my routine. Perhaps you would enjoy dancing, it’s amazing how quickly time can pass when you are enjoying yourself.

If you want the motivation of exercising with other people, it doesn’t have to include joining a gym, there are lots of local exercise classes and running groups that meet up weekly. You can check online or pop into your local library.

Get out into the fresh air.

We’d love to know what exercise you find works for you.

Throughout the month of January, we have created two special Wellness Energy Mood packages

Take advantage of our Wellness Energy and Mood sets

Energy Mood Super Collection RRP £141.50 Promotion price £120

• Collagen Shots
  
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• H3O Night Repair
• Re-set
• Protein Smoothie (1)

Why we’ve selected these products

• Collagen Shots and Protein Smoothie are both high in protein to deliver a continual release of energy.
• Re-set supports healthy metabolism and will help you to shed any added pounds from the festive season.
• H3O Night Repair will help you to sleep more peacefully
• Immune Complex is packed with vitamin D for a mood boost, pre and probiotics support healthy digestion, and it is perfect to keep away coughs and colds at this time of year.

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• Night Repair
• Immune Complex

Why we’ve selected these products

• H3O Night Repair will help you to sleep more peacefully
• Immune Complex is packed with vitamin D for a mood boost, pre and probiotics support healthy digestion, and it is perfect to keep away coughs and colds at this time of year.

Week 1 How to raise your energy levels and mood in January

Week 2 How to boost your mood with food

Week 4 How sleep affects mood and how to get the perfect night sleep.

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