Should I be worried?

In short, no. But of course, it is easier said than done. If you have been working from home during he pandemic and getting ready to return to office, you might have many unnerving thoughts like is my workplace safe, are there any measurements taken to minimise the probability of catching the virus, do I need to get tested regularly, if so, will my workplace provide a test. You may also feel anxious about mixing with other people, seeing your workmates or even new faces. It is totally normal because we are humans and we have different emotions, hence, feeling a bit nervous or anxious is totally normal. However, if anxiety levels increase to the point where it starts affecting your performance at work or daily living, you should seek for help to manage it.

How can I manage my anxiety?

There are numerous ways on how to manage anxiety. Because we are so unique and very different to one another, it is unlikely that one size will fit all. Hence, explore and see what works for you best. You can try breathing exercises, meditation, mindfulness and general exercises such as HIIT classes, yoga or pilates. You may also try relaxation massages, spa treatments or tension release treatments such as sports or deep tissue massages. Visit a site like for the expertise you need to get amazing results.

How to look after myself while returning to office?

In general, try to maintain all the safety requirements set up by the government. Although things appear to be easing off slowly, you can still wear a mask, such as an n95 mask, when and if you feel that it will make you feel safer and less exposed. For example, on places like public transport. Wash or sanitise your hands often throughout the day

What help is available to manage my anxiety?

Apart from the options discussed above, you may also see your GP who might refer you to have some counselling or prescribe you some medication which might help you to regain your ‘zen’. However, medication does not come without potential side effects. Depending on the medication prescribed, you might also experience indigestion, feeling agitated, blurred vision, dry mouth, dizziness and diarrhoea or constipation. This list is not extensive, hence, there might be other side effects, so, we recommend that you take a deep breath in and go with the flow!

Finally

We hope this information is useful for you. If you need advice or have any questions about our treatments, please contact us. You can find us in Mill Hill Broadway and Islington. We are always happy to help. If you like this blog, please share!

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Coping with stress can be challenging in our fast-paced society. But before you set out to confront stress, it pays to understand a little more about it. Fortunately, there are tons of information, such as the one on this post, to help you out.

Stress can feel like it is predominantly a mental issue. It can cause you to become irrational and irritable. Your thoughts can run at a hundred miles an hour and you start to engage in a negative internal dialogue. You believe that if you could only change your thinking you could cope with your stress.

But stress has many components and comes in different forms. As it has different triggers there can be different ways to cope. We look at the role Pilates can play.

Coping with stress

Types of stress

Emotional stress is not only common, but is the type that many of us are aware of. It can have many different sources but is closely linked to a feeling of overwhelm. It happens when the coping mechanisms we have are insufficient for the demands placed on us. 

But other stresses include physical stress, traumatic stress, and chronic or acute stress. Physical stress damages the body and can be caused by such things as interrupted sleep, long hours sitting at a desk or plane travel.

According to the experts, acute stress can be brought on by an episode of heightened emotion such as a break-up or a bereavement. Chronic stress can be caused by the gnawing effect of many petty annoyances. 

But of course, there is often significant overlap between different types of stress. And stress in one domain can trigger other types of stress.

Regardless of how it starts, and however it manifests, there is very often a physical component. And by working at restoring our physical health, you can often impact your overall health for the better. 

Why Pilates is good for coping with stress

• An increasingly popular way to decrease stress is the practice of mindfulness. Pilates is in essence, a mindful form of exercise. The mind-body connection is central to the practice. When performed properly, Pilates requires clear focus and demands a clear awareness of how the body is moving.
• ‘And breathe’. We all know the expression. Returning to the breath is again, a well-known way to help reduce anxiety and stress. There is such a big focus on breathing correctly within Pilates. A practice that if used regularly, carries over into everyday life.
• And you may not be aware, that when you are stressed, your blood flow becomes restricted. Pilates helps to improve circulation and has also been shown to reduce high blood pressure in this scientific study.
• What is more apparent, is that stress can create tension in the muscles. Typical examples include stiff neck or lower back pain. Pilates is an excellent way to restore muscle balance and increase flexibility. This in itself, is a great way to relieve physical and psychological tension.

We hope this information is useful for you. If you need advice or have any questions about our treatments, please contact us. You can find us in Mill Hill Broadway and Islington. We are always happy to help. If you like this blog, please share!

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