Stress And Fitness Are Friends – The Unpopular Link Between Stress And Gym Progress
- Brainz Magazine
- Jul 27, 2023
- 3 min read
Written by: Atanas Piskachev, Executive Contributor
Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise.
Stress – the word alone is enough to make some of us cringe! We've all heard about the negative effects of stress on our health and well-being. But what if I told you that stress could actually be your secret weapon?
Yes, you read that right
Stress, when harnessed correctly, can transform you into a stronger, more resilient version of yourself.
When it comes to stress, our bodies are superheroes in disguise. The stress response is our superpower, allowing us to take on challenges and conquer difficult tasks. It's like our own personal theme music that kicks in when the going gets tough.
But here's the catch – recovery is the key to unlocking our full potential.
Let's dive into the world of movement stress, starting with a visit to the gym
Picture this:
You've just finished a grueling workout, feeling both exhausted and accomplished. Little do you know that the real magic is about to happen during the recovery phase. It's like your body's own secret superhero lab, working tirelessly to restore balance and make you even more powerful.
Here's what goes on behind the scenes
Replenishing glycogen stores: Your muscles and liver get a well-deserved refill of glycogen, the superhero fuel that keeps you going.
Cooling down: Your core body temperature takes a chill pill and returns to normal. Say goodbye to overheating!
Switching gears: Your body shifts from "fight-flight" mode to "rest-digest" mode, allowing you to relax and recharge.
Hydration station: Lost fluids and electrolytes are replenished, ensuring you stay supercharged.
Repair and rebuild: Amino acids spring into action, repairing damaged muscles and making them even stronger.
Oxygen reset: Your oxygen levels return to their optimal state, helping you breathe easy and perform at your best.
Detox mission: Metabolic waste products are cleared out, leaving you refreshed and ready for your next adventure.
But that's just the beginning! The long-term stages of recovery hold even more surprises.
Brace yourself for the ultimate power-up
Structural upgrades: Your bones remodel and strengthen, transforming you into a superhero with unbreakable bones.
Connective tissue boost: Cartilage, tendons, and ligaments lay down fresh proteins, ensuring your joints are ready for any challenge.
Mighty muscles: Your muscles, those powerhouses of strength, develop more energy-processing mitochondria and become more efficient. They repair exercise-induced microtears and remodel themselves, leaving you with sculpted muscles ready to take on the world.
Now, here's where the real superhero journey begins. During the repair process, your muscles may grow larger through hypertrophy, making you feel like a ripped titan.
And if you're lucky, you might even experience hyperplasia, the growth of new muscle fibers.
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Atanas Piskachev, Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine
Atanas is a holistic health coach specializing in mindset performance, helping entrepreneurs and executives incorporate a healthy lifestyle into their hectic schedules.
He has over 10 years of experience in the field, working with various people and organizations globally to explore many different cultures and human behaviors.
By virtue of his brand AtanasFit, Atanas is committed to helping people raise the bar for their health and fitness through direct coaching, writing articles, and creating YouTube videos.
