Relax: It's Doctor's Orders

It’s Friday, and that means you’re looking forward to relaxing this weekend. Hopefully that also means you’re planning on coming out to Innsbrook. We all feel the need to relax at the end of a long week—that could mean kicking back on the deck with a glass of wine for some or going for a hike on a nature trail for others. It feels good to just let your mind unwind. But did you know relaxing isn’t just good for your brain?

A recent study published in the journal PLOS One found that relaxation actually “triggers a flurry of genetic activity that is responsible for some important health benefits,” such as lowered blood pressure, mitochondrial changes in cells that make them more resilient, and boosting levels of a hormone involved in energy metabolism. That can lead to increased energy, better moods, and more restful sleep. So not only does relaxing feel good and give your mind a break, it can also lead to long-term health benefits. Try to spend some extra time relaxing at Innsbrook this weekend—it will do your mind and body good.

How do you relax at Innsbrook? Share your comments below.