Why is Movement Important?

​We all know that moving and exercise is good for us.  Most often, we think about the physical reasons for why this is.  In this blog we will also explore the emotional, mental and spirit (purpose) benefits.

Our bodies are designed to move!  Since the caveman days it was ingrained into our nervous systems to run, hunt, climb, play, squat, etc. to get through the day.    We were in contact states of motion.  Now, most of us have sedentary jobs and would be lucky to fit in 5 days of exercise a week.  

Here are some reasons why movement is vital to our survival, according to my advanced workshop participants:

Physical

• Keep body lose
• Muscles strong
• Increased blood flow
• Keep weight down
• Increasing flexibility and becoming more resistant to falls
  
• Maintain metabolism
• Lubricate the joints
• Less chance of lifestyle disease

Emotional

• Happy- release chemicals such as dopamine to help you feel better
• Confident and strong
• Re-energized
• Keeps you in the present moment when doing a challenging exercise

Mental

• Reduces stress
• Increases clarity
• Improves focus
• ​Improves concentration
  

Spirit

• Goal oriented
• Sense of achievement
• Passion
• Purpose
• Exploring the boundaries of what you can do
• Push yourself further than you thought possible
• Connection with your body through breathe, energy and movement
  
• Building of a community when done with others
  
• Getting in tune with nature when it involves a trail run or hike
  

Now that you’ve read some reasons for moving...get out there and move!!!  

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