In this podcast we are not here to talk about "calorie burning", we are going to dig much deeper into the benefits of exercise. (The intended audience is not for those struggling with an ED related or exercise compulsion disorders)
Physical & Emotional Benefits:
- Creates a closer partnership between you and your body
- Helps you tune into your body’s signals
- May inspire you to nourish/fuel yourself a little better
- Creates MORE energy (mitochondrial density)
- Helps offload stress
- Improves the ability to regulate blood sugar (all types of exercise but particularly resistance training via increased lean muscle mass)
- Brain health: Exercise is proven to be helpful for preventing age related neurodegeneration. It’s also been shown to be helpful for depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders.
- Helps you get your mojo back. You know what this means!
Exercise as a Path to Connection:
- Exercise can help you find a tribe of health-minded people, whether it’s a friend you walk, a weekly yoga or fitness class, a running group, a Crossfit box, etc.
Tips/Ideas to Experiment With:
- Start where you are given your motivation, time, energy, and ability. Take small movement breaks, try a free class, schedule a walk with a friend.
- Don’t wait to start doing SOMETHING. Our bodies are meant to move!
- Consider hiring a trainer if you’re unsure what to do or focus on. Correct form is key for avoiding injury.
- Try new forms of movement, especially those that feel like play.
- If you’re focusing on cardio, consider adding some resistance training
- If you’re already exercising, consider taking on a new challenge or performance goal to help inspire you and keep you from getting in a rut.
We’d love to know your thoughts. Was this helpful? Do you have other topics you’d like to hear us discuss? Let us know on our MYB Facebook page!
xo,
Lisa and Jenny, co-hosts
The Mind Your Body Podcast