Your body LOVES to move … right down to its smallest molecules!
In fact, we’re wired for it … and your health depends on it.
Here’s a shocking stat for you:
“In less than two generations, physical activity dropped by 20% in the U.K. and 32% in the U.S. In China, the drop is 45% in less than one generation.” - designedtomove.org
Over the next few weeks I’m going to be talking about how important it really is to take care of your body and muscles … and this goes far beyond the results you see in the mirror when you workout!
During my early to my mid-twenties, I went through a very difficult time. This led to me losing my confidence and I had very low self-esteem. I was diagnosed with depression and stress! I was given anti-depressants but I refused to take them. I have always done some form of exercise throughout my life but at this time I also started attending aerobics
classes which I loved and went swimming at the local pool. Exercise was my outlet, it helped me immensely both physically and mentally. Exercise transformed my life at that time and it still continues to be something I just can’t live without!
Moving your body on a regular basis helps everything from your energy levels, emotions, relationships and ability to learn, to your overall quality of life.
Here’s just a short list of how movement (walking, dancing, gardening, exercising, doing chores, etc.) has huge payoffs for you:
- It can help lower your blood pressure and cholesterol.
- It can help support brain health. (One study even showed middle-aged women who were considered “highly fit” had a lower risk of developing dementia at an early age.)
- It boosts your mood by creating more brain chemicals associated with happiness.
- It helps you handle stress better.
- It can help improve your focus and attention span.
- It can help your body battle inflammation.
- It also helps power your body’s lymphatic system, which is like your own personal army against infection. Because there is no natural “pump” to help your lymphatic system drain toxins from your system, the movement of your muscles is actually responsible for helping to move this important
fluid!
Here’s a little trivia you can even share with your friends:
How much faster can you recover from a common cold if you exercise on a regular basis?
Answer: Your chances of coming down with a cold are cut in half!
It’s true! A study of 1,000 people found people who were active 5 or more days a week were 50% less likely to come down with a cold over a 3-month period. And if they did come down with a cold, their symptoms were about 40% less severe.
Pretty amazing, right?
The great thing about it is that pretty much all forms of movement can help you – stretching, walking, even conquering a mountain of laundry!
Here’s a challenge for you …
Every day this week, set a timer for 15-20 minutes and move nonstop.
This could be a quick workout, a brisk walk, or even a fast & furious cleaning session in your home. To make it more fun, turn on some music to make it happen!
How are you going to get your movement in this week? Let me know either in a quick reply or over in our Facebook group! https://www.facebook.com/thestudiobromsgrove/
What do you think? Are you up for it?
Committed to your Success,
Nicki x
www.nicolacarless.com
PS: If you are local to Bromsgrove and need some help to get back to or into an exercise routine then join us for a 14 day trial at The Studio! I’ve opened up a limited number of spots to help YOU get your body moving this month. Even if you’re a complete beginner, this would be absolutely perfect for you to get the momentum going!
You will get:
- Access to over 15 exercise sessions per week at The Studio (excludes evening Pilates and LWLW sessions) Please note: The start date needs to be
before 29th February 2020. You will get 14 days from the day you attend your first session.
CLICK HERE FOR YOUR 14 DAYS TRIAL AT THE STUDIO
If you are not local to Bromsgrove or are unable to get to The Studio then my REVIVE YOURSELF Mind Body 12 Week Online Program will be a great option for you.
It will be ready to launch on Friday this week so look out for the details in your inbox this Friday 7th February!!!
REFERENCES:
https://drhyman.com/blog/2018/05/22/30398/
https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/spleen.html
www.health.harvard.edu/blog/how-simply-moving-benefits-your-mental-health-201603289350
www.bbc.com/news/health-11664660
