If lack of motivation is hindering your workout, try peppermint aromatherapy. Athletes have been known to use peppermint inhalers to increase energy, speed, motivation, and confidence. According to my brother, a college rugby player, in order to increase their speed on the field, the ruggers are known to take a big whiff of Vapor Rub, which contains menthol, a/k/a peppermint.
Your Brain on Peppermint
How does peppermint nourish and motivate you? Upon sniffing the peppermint vapors, oxygen hitches a ride with peppermint and they both cross the blood-brain barrier and enter the brain itself, where the brain is then activated.
To boost your workout, Reebok ($44.99) has created a peppermint-scented bra!
The Reebok® Scented Seamless Short Bra Top offers a fresh peppermint scent as heat begins to generate during exercise. Wear it alone or as a layering piece for close-to-the-skin comfort. Play Dry® technology manages moisture to keep you cool and dry, and engineered mesh provides additional ventilation. Other features include knitted seamless bra cups, a secure racer back, and knit-in design details.
Or take a whiff of peppermint from the Peak Performance Sports Inhaler ($4.99).
During a time when pharmacological substances are being banned from major sports. The new Peak Performance™ Sports Inhaler™ provides a 100% all natural alternative. The Sports Inhaler™ is not only for professional and college athletes, but also for the weekend warrior wanting to improve his or her performance. Any age athlete can benefit from the Sports Inhaler™ and it can be used during exercise, training and competition.
Having taught too many classes this week, I think I need a whole vat of peppermint! TGIF.
Have a great weekend,
Jamie
Sources: "Enhance athletic performance through the administration of peppermint odor."* Journal of Sport & Exercise Psychology, Vol. 23 (2), June 2001. pp. 156-160; April Issue of Prevention magaine; Wheeling Jesuit University study.
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