Sometimes the best way to maintain your exercise routine is to take a rest from it—but not in the way you might think! One of the newest trends in health today is restorative fitness: classes dedicated to full-body recovery through stretching. 

Joy is vital to a happy life and a healthy mind-body connection. It helps improve mental health by reducing stress, raising serotonin levels and can even help to avoid depression. So go ahead—take a moment to shut out the noise and meditate on how amazing life really is. Here are eight ways to find more joy in your life.