How to Be More Productive in the Heat
Yes, You Can Blame the Heatwave For Your Unproductive Day
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Excessive exercise is dangerous in a heatwave, but simple yoga poses could actually help you to cool down and focus on work. Mariel Witmond, yogi and founder of mindful movement platform Mindful Sonder recommends laying on the floor or on your bed with your legs up the wall (a pose called Viparita Karani). This pose "relaxes tired legs and reduces swelling from the heat", as long as you do it for around five minutes at a time. Make sure the soles of your feet are facing up and your hips are as close to the wall as they can get.
A seated forward fold will also help to "stretch out tight shoulders, spine and hamstrings". Flex your toes, inhale and reach your arms up towards the ceiling before drawing your hips back and navel in and reaching your arms towards your legs. Grab your shins, toes, feet or hands and hold the pose for as long as you need. This pose is great if you're feeling a little "flustered", Witmond says.