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THE C ALM BEF ORE THE S T ORM

The Bounce Routine

Bounce is perfect for brides seeking a more intense, untimed
and full-body workout without any equipment. The name was
conceived due to the bouncy feel you get from the routine. Plus,
what better way to get rid of anxiety than bouncing right out of it?

• 50 jumping jacks • 10 burpees
• 50 high knees • 25 full sit-ups
• 50 mountain climbers • 30-second plank
• 20 squats As you do these sequences more often, you can
shorten the rest in-between or adapt them to
Two minutes rest become more challenging.

• 50 jumping jacks • 15 triceps dips Apart from the two circuit workout, running
• 20 lunges • 30 crunches is often overlooked as an anxiety buster. In
• 20 push-ups • 30-second plank fact, “either you run the day, or the day runs
• 20 squats you!” Running is proven to be very cathartic
and purifying for your soul. Often non-runners
Two minutes rest underestimate their abilities, and only realise its
therapeutic benefits later. “Running is so symbolic

• 50 jumping jacks • 25 Russian twists of life. You have to drive yourself to overcome the
• 20 cross body punches • 25 bicycle crunches obstacles. You might feel that you can’t. But then

• 20 donkey kicks (10 each side) • 30-second plank you find your inner strength, and realise you’re
• 20 squats capable of so much more than you thought,” says
American businessman Arthur Blank.

Stomach

Herbal Teas

Sip your anxie-tea away with peppermint tea, as menthol is
a natural muscle relaxant. The tea can help restore calmness
when you feel tense and irritable, and is also the perfect solution
to induce peaceful sleep due to its relaxing effect and lack
of caffeine. Other stress and anxiety-relieving teas include
chamomile and rose tea, both of which are aromatic and soothing.

You can even make your own Chill-out Tea by mixing blends to
see which you like best to achieve your own quiet and calm. Add
to the experience by selecting a nice tea cup and find a relaxing

place, like your garden, balcony or pool, to sip your blend. To make
it an ongoing habit, set a time to enjoy this moment each day,
perhaps at 5pm before you leave work, or at 3pm to give yourself a
breather from shopping. This one is easy to achieve on-the-go, as
all you need is hot water and your trusty tea leaves!

Smoothies

Smoothies are the perfect healthy and easy-to-prepare snack!
Masala shares a special recipe designed for reducing anxiety.

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