Working out for hours, suppressing the urge to eat junk food, and opting for a proper diet might be a newcomer’s mentality in the realm of fitness. However, for veterans like Arnold Schwarzenegger, the seven-time Mr. Olympia has always suggested his ‘village’ members focus immensely on their recovery, as hypertrophy is the only way to gain the maximum muscles.
Sleep is an important part of the recovery process, as it rests the whole body and even the mind, giving the user a calming experience. In his recent edition of his newsletter, the Austrian Oak has focused on this topic and has also recommended a certain approach, which he calls the 4-7-8 method.
The process is a breathing technique that calms the individual’s body, and as per research studies, it improves the heart rate and HRV (heart rate variability) and even lowers anxiety and blood pressure. He further outlines the benefits, writing:
“This combination puts you in a more relaxed state, which can help you fall asleep faster and have higher quality sleep.”
Schwarzenegger not only outlines the benefits of the method but also advises on the measures required to commit to it. He wants his ‘village’ members to breathe in through their noses for four seconds. They can then hold their breath for seven seconds, which is the ideal amount of time, but if they are unable to do so, they can start with three or four.
The Austrian Oak then proposes to exhale for eight seconds while making a “whoosh” sound with their pursed lips. After they have fully committed to this entire process, he wants them to repeat it four times, and by maintaining this cycle regularly they will be able to effortlessly accomplish instant sleep.
While exercising frequently, eating a nutritious diet, and sleeping well can all have a significant impact on one’s physical and mental health, the bodybuilder once claimed that simply being kind can prevent numerous ailments.
Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Simple Method to Suppress Stress and Anxiety
Being stuck with hectic activities in daily life can lead to stress and anxiety. According to Arnold Schwarzenegger, a simple act of kindness can significantly lessen the likelihood of having particular ailments. The Austrian Oak argues that eliminating this common tendency from the brain is difficult because stress can be generated by a multitude of environmental factors.
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He goes on to explain how scientists conducted over 200 research involving over 200,000 people and discovered that kindness boosted well-being, strengthened connectedness, and induced psychological and physiological changes. As a result, Schwarzenegger urges his ‘village’ members to practice positivity, as it can increase serotonin and dopamine, both of which help to reduce stress and anxiety.
