Meditation, deep breathing, and visualisation are finally being
recognised as genuine methods to aid in becoming fitter and
healthier.
It is becoming clear that such techniques are not simply the
preserve of monks in temples but, instead, are readily available
for the everyday person who desires better health, higher energy
levels, and boosted immunity.
Especially for those of us who follow an exercise regime,
learning a couple of basic meditation or deep breathing based
exercises can have a huge positive impact upon recovery from
training and immunity levels.
Interestingly the University of Wisconsin found the positive
emotions after meditation led to beneficial changes in brain
activity and antibody responses to flu vaccine.
This is AWESOME! It is showing that all you require for boosted
immunity is patience to learn and perform some fundamental
meditation techniques.
You don't necessarily need pills and potions. Often they are
over-priced and ineffective anyway. You just need to learn a few
exercises that are more internal than external. Below you will
discover some common-sense points that you can apply NOW in
order to benefit from meditation where your exercise regime is
concerned.
1. Rest day relaxation
Try to clear your mind and think about your training and
experiences. If this is an area you want to improve (health)
then quiet contemplation can be invaluable.
2. Before you train
Take five minutes to compose yourself. SEE yourself performing
to the best of your abilities.
3. Keep Balanced
Yes, you can train each day. BUT intensity should be staggered.
Plan your rest JUST AS carefully as your actual training.
4. Discover what works for YOU
There are no 'one size fits all' strategies. Learn a few
meditation techniques that you enjoy and feel yourself
recovering faster, feeling calmer, and experience your immunity
improving!
So, after physical training or a long day at work, remember to
meditate to medicate!
(c) Tim Webb 2006
About the author:
Tim Webb is a fitness instructor, Ju Jutsu instructor and
competitor. He specialises in easily accessible deep breathing
exercises that combine breath and mind together. His site
http://www.breathforsuccess.com offers a product that provides
deep breathing exercises for invigorating yourself, relaxing,
and highlights how your breath can be tied in with your goals to
move you towards them in record time!
