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Researchers at Boston University School of Medicine found that stretching triggers the release of the brain chemical gamma- aminobutyric acid, or GABA. GABA helps regulate nerve activity. The findings suggest a link between stretching, higher levels of GABA in the thalamus, and improvements in mood and anxiety based on psychological assessments. Desk yoga You don’t have to be able to go into a “downward dog” to tap into the benefits of stretching. Many exercises can be done right at your workstation, and the best part is that stretches relieve stress, improve mood, and improve ergonomics after only a few minutes. Visit saif.com > Employer > Safety > Stretch and flex to get started. saif.com/wellness GABA

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Page 1: Poster | Stretch - SaifTitle Poster | Stretch Author SAIF Corporation, Communication and Design, April 2013 Subject Safety topic: Stretch Keywords Safety, stretch, health and wellness,

Researchers at Boston University School of Medicine found that stretching triggers the release of the brain chemical gamma-aminobutyric acid, or GABA. GABA helps regulate nerve activity. The findings suggest a link between stretching, higher levels of GABA in the thalamus, and improvements in mood and anxiety based on psychological assessments.

Desk yoga You don’t have to be able to go into a “downward dog” to tap into the benefits of stretching. Many exercises can be done right at your workstation, and the best part is that stretches relieve stress, improve mood, and improve ergonomics after only a few minutes. Visit saif.com > Employer > Safety > Stretch and flex to get started.

saif.com/wellness

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