The 52 Project
It's not bloody rocket science
The idea this week is to use a 21st century tool most of us carry with us most of the time - a smart phone - to take pictures upside down, from down low, sideways, through objects and off reflective surfaces such as puddles. The science here is to challenge and see what else we can see by changing our perspectives.
This week's top tip has so much science involved we can barely contain ourselves - and it's all about how rolling a tennis ball under your feet can reduce stress and more...
Whilst your family might not thank you for belting out your favourite tunes in the shower, or whilst hoovering or whilst dancing at a party after a little too much fizz, you go on ahead - you are doing great things for your immune system and adding to your oxytocin reserves.
Research does shows that drinking beet juice may help. In a 2015 study 250ml (a big glass of wine size) of beet juice daily was found to lower high blood pressure and over a 4 week period participants in the study were shown to have significantly reduced their blood pressure levels - and had improved the function of the inner lining of blood vessels.
We thought we would bring the science of why chocolate (in moderation) is good for you - and why ‘treating’ yourself to an edible or any other reward actually works as a way to feel good and perform better.
Two tips in a week! Firstly, try using your non-dominant hand (really!) and secondly, pay attention - we'll explain all.
Each night before you go to bed, get a pint of water and put it by your bedside. This is not to drink during the night (so you might need 2 glasses if you sip during the night). This pint is especially and exclusively to drink first thing in the morning when you wake up.
This idea is so simple, it’s hard to believe it can do so much good. But before we get into the science of why, in this case, simple is sensational, let’s talk about why it’s good to be prepared.
The right light at the right time is really good for our bodies and brains. Try morning sunlight in particular if you are feeling low. It might just be a brilliant thing to introduce into your morning to boost your whole day!
OK so this one is really easy to explain! At least twice a week, take a hot bath in the afternoon for 30 minutes. Ideally, follow it by another 20 minutes taking it easy and staying warm.
