Expert Advice Monday, February 22nd, 2010 at 8:00 am

Fitness Tips From Christine Kwok

This is the last of six tips from Christine Kwok. Thanks, Christine!

Tip Number Six: Rest. Our lifestyles are demanding. A demanding lifestyle, inclusive of workouts, causes varying levels of stress (however, workout stress—when not overdone—yields positive results). High levels of stress can stunt your metabolism, raise blood pressure levels, elevate your appetite for sugar, along with other negative side effects. By allowing yourself a day of rest, your body can get back to equilibrium and appropriate function.

Christine Kwok, founder of Balanced Strength, Inc., has more than 15 years of experience in the fitness & wellness industry, developing customized total fitness strategies for individuals, communities, and corporations. Recently, she launched V4 Fitness, an online whole health coaching community that coaches for healthy and easy lifestyle change. Visit www.balancedstrength.com for more information or to contact Christine for further coaching and consultation.