tempting to skip it. (I know I've done that!) But really, that's so not a good thing.
So instead of missing your workouts, what would be better is for the time
you spend on your workouts be as efficient as possible.
Check out these 4 Practices that pack the most punch for your time.
I've compiled 4 kinds of exercise activities that come with multiple benefits for body and mind. Each group offers exercises that work multiple body
areas, such as aerobic, cardio, toning, lengthening/flexibility and strengthening workouts. There's also ones that involve discipline; combining mental concentration with physical control, simultaneously all from one
workout.
Wow. (yay!)Most of them can also be done either on your own, or in a guided group
class.
My examples are only the most popular - you may find others that become your passion.
Many are great at any age, as long as you start slowly at first. I love exercise activities from each of these groups, and you might, too. But whatever you do, just keep moving.
Your Life-Style becomes your Body-Style, and a moving body is a healthy body.
Many are great at any age, as long as you start slowly at first. I love exercise activities from each of these groups, and you might, too. But whatever you do, just keep moving.
Your Life-Style becomes your Body-Style, and a moving body is a healthy body.
1. Controlled Movement Strength/Endurance Training
(Yoga, Ballet, Pilates, Qi Gong, Cardio Barre)
Benefits: mental health and mood improvement, mind-body connection,
mild aerobic, stretching, flexibility, stress reduction,
strengthening,
endurance, balance, heart health.
2. Martial Arts
(Kick-Boxing, Capoeira, Kendo, Tai Kwan Do, Tai Chi)
Benefits: strength, agility, mental discipline, cardio, aerobic, agility,
stress-release.
There are many types of Martial Arts to choose from;
see them here
see them here
3. Full Body Outdoor Aerobic Activities
(Outdoor Hiking, Vigorous Walking, Swimming, Cross-Country Skiing)
Benefits: mental health, balance, weight loss, Vitamin D source,
connection to nature, mood enhancement.
4. Horseback Riding/Equestrian Activities
(Hunt Seat, Dressage, Western, Trail Riding, Ring Exercises, Barrel
Racing)
Benefits: cardio, stress relief, self-discipline, muscle-toning, spritual
connection
to an animal, coordination, concentration, balance.
Learn about why this is a fantastic exercise activity here
Which are your favorites, and why?
My personal favorites are horseback-riding, swimming, Tai Chi and
ballet/barre,
with Qi Gong as my fav activity for light physical movement and for
de-stressing.
What haven't you done that you'd like to try?
I'd love to hear from you!
In happy, healthy mind, body and spirit,
xo♥
stephanie-
