The time change has really thrown a wrench in my routine and body. I miss the extra hours of sunlight and have found that by the end of the day I’m pretty grouchy.
Therefore, I’ve put together a list of 5 things I like to do to lift my mood. (Note: some of them I cannot do right now because I am (still) very pregnant, but I would do them if I could. Hmmm…maybe you could do #3 for me and let me know how it feels?)
1. Go for a very long walk. Try it without an iPod or music, just enjoy the sounds of life around you.
2. Take a long, hot bath. Throw in the bubbles/bath salts, put on some good music and just tune out. A glass (or two) of wine is a great addition here too.
3. Go for a run! It doesn’t matter if you can only run a block or you are going out for a 10 miler. I guarantee the endorphins from your run will carry you through the darker evenings.
4. Put on some fun music (Britney Spears anyone?
5. Laugh! Play your favorite funny movie or watch your favorite comedian and just have a good, hearty laugh. A big smile goes a long way.
Your turn! What helps bring you out of a funk?
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November 11th, 2009 at 9:59 am 1
Chocolate.
November 11th, 2009 at 10:52 am 2
Nice five Lisa! I’ll add eating chocolate to your list…oh wait…this is a workout blog…’bad girl,’ tee hee!
Jamie
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November 11th, 2009 at 11:00 am 3
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November 12th, 2009 at 4:36 am 4
Thanks Lisa for sharing with us that lovely tips .That tips are really awesome.
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November 12th, 2009 at 11:19 am 6
foot stomping.
November 12th, 2009 at 1:37 pm 7
Yes, I feel your funk! Outside workouts work best for me. Sun on my face however it comes is best!
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November 12th, 2009 at 6:50 pm 8
Putting on fun music always helps me too. Also, a new one for me, I took my first yoga class the other day and I felt so great all day after!
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November 13th, 2009 at 7:38 am 9
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November 16th, 2009 at 3:11 pm 10
Exercising always puts me in a better mood, regardless of what’s going on. You can blow off steam while getting in shape.
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November 19th, 2009 at 6:23 am 11
It’s really Nice.
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November 21st, 2009 at 8:43 pm 12
Ok i KNOW its horrible, but when Im missing the sun and feeling crappy – tanning bed. I feel like a new woman!
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