When he was playing pro football, Amir Madison practiced yoga to improve his focus and reaction time. He then found so many ways that yoga and mindfulness improved his performance off the field.

Now, he's a personal trainer and yoga instructor, continuing to help people discover the real-world benefits of mindfulness. Watch this video as he shares his top five tips to help you slow down and be more mindful.

Try his tips each day and listen to your body. You'll see how quickly these exercises can strengthen your mental and physical balance and help you perform better in all areas of your life.