How to Take a Walk to Relieve Stress

Life is sometimes chaotic. Finding a way to manage your job, family, bills, pets, friends and personal time sometimes seems impossible, and it's common to feel overwhelmed from time to time. If you find that your stress levels are skyrocketing and you need a little time away, one of the most effective solutions is also one of the easiest. Talking a walk around the block or neighborhood is a simple way to find internal calm and create personal space.

Instructions

• 1

  Put on a pair of comfortable walking shoes. If you want to relieve stress, you will need to keep your feet comfy.

• 2

  Grab your MP3 player and set it to some of your favorite tunes. If you would rather listen to the environment, skip the MP3 player and hit the bricks.

• 3

  Walk down your sidewalk and let your worries fall away. Focus on what is in front of you and enjoy the fresh air, sunlight and interesting sights around your neighborhood.

• 4

  Force yourself to slow down. It's easy to rush when you're stressed, but slowing your walk helps you relax.

• 5

  Take deep, slow breaths. A stress-relief walk is more about creating peace than about burning calories, so focus on creating inner calm.