Articles by Sue Doucette

Why Does Deep Breathing Calm You Down?

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Sue Doucette

Deep breathing relieves stress and anxiety due to its physiological effect on the nervous system. Breathing slowly and mindfully activates the hypothalamus, connected to the pituitary gland in the brain, to send out neurohormones that inhibit stress-producing hormones and trigger a relaxation response in the body.

What Are the Benefits of Inversion Boots?

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Sue Doucette

Inversion boots, otherwise known as gravity boots, allow for complete, inverted suspension from a stabilized horizontal bar or inversion rack. The boots strap around the ankles and attach to the bar, allowing you to hang safely, upside-down and otherwise unsupported.

Sue Doucette started writing in 2004 and was published in “American Fitness" magazine in 2009. She is an A.C.E. certified fitness instructor and Yoga Alliance-registered yoga teacher with more than 17 years of teaching experience. Doucette holds certifications in BodyPump and SilverSneakers and has a Bachelor of Science in fashion merchandising. She graduated from Philadelphia University.