I do cardio (about an hour of dance or kickboxing) and yoga (about anywhere from 15-30 minutes) five days a week. I know I need strength training and hope to add that back in after the new year.
Anyway, I have to take rest days because if I don't, chronic injuries flare up.
However, I have noticed that my mood and energy levels are definitely much better on days when I exercise. I am an early morning exerciser, and that kickstarts me for the day.
On rest days I have less energy and I am a bit more cranky
This could just be coinciding with the lousy weather and gray skies here.
I don't want to rely on caffeine for energy. Does anyone else have ideas for elevating your mood/energy on rest days (or any day, for that matter!) I guess I could do a short qi gong or tai chi practice and meditation on rest days and see if that helps.
I wish I was someone who enjoyed taking walks, but I just don't. Our neighborhood is very boring for walking, and I hate the cold.
I would love input from anyone who has time to respond.
Thank you !
Sherry