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Some peoples relationships with movement may not be the greatest. My personal relationship with movement at one point being one of them.
On my journey to finding sustainable habits and routines, I became incredibly passionate about the diversity of what some people call “healthy”. Realizing what works for one may not work for the other and at the same time understanding there are a few KEY components to living a healthy and balanced lifestyle.
One of those key components is MOVEMENT! I believe movement is an integral part of those routines and impacts our health and wellness dramatically.
Empowered to inspire you to find your flow, lets talk about your movement practice.
Everyday Movement
Finding a movement practice you enjoy can take time. With the importance of movement being equivalent to the importance of enjoying the movement, trying new things will keep you interested. All while building a healthy relationship with your practice.
Your practice can be anything from:
-gardening
-yoga
-hiking
-pilates
-swimming
-taking a class with a friend
-stretching
-walking
-dancing
The emphasis is on moving, not the intensity. 20-30 mins a day of movement that excites you, doesn’t have to be high intensity for it to be impactful.
How much movement do YOU need everyday?
There can be so many ideas around what movement is, and how much movement is enough movement, that the enjoyment can be lost!
Research shows that you need 150 mins of movement a week. 150 mins can sound like a lot,
especially if movement is not something you have been overly found of in the past.
When you break it down, that is around 25-30 mins of movement 5-6 days a week. Now, that number sounds more appealing.. right??
Sick days and rest day being just as important as your movement. This will allow your body to recover faster and reap more benefits from your movement practice. Steadily expanding your connection with your body at the same time.
Benefits
There are endless amounts of benefits from movement.
Some of them being:
1. Increased energy levels as movement can increase serotonin levels, leading to improved mood and energy
2. Improved mental health as movement helps emotions move through your body, strengthens the connection with your body, releases endorphins and helps relieve stress
3. Helps regulate your circadian rhythm, which is important for your sleep patterns and quality of sleep.
4. Enhances stability, balance & coordination!
5. Provides an outlet for self-expression, while giving you a moment to take a step back from your everyday challenges and responsibilities.
Remember to listen to your body to create an intuitive relationship with movement. Focusing on progress at a rate that feels good for you and allowing for flexibility and variety will keep your routine sustainable.
Find a flow that’s right for you!
Looking for some movement? Join one of my classes online or in person by clicking here!
Let’s connect! @alie_peters or yogawithaliep@gmail.com
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