Hi ,
Happy Monday! We are all throwing ourselves into this week talking about some of the emotions surrounding why we keep ourselves in old patterns, and how to break out of those and create new ones.
I believe the single greatest domino in our life is exercise. It's my raison d'etre.
Research emerged in February 2023 from the British Medical Journal that exercise is as effective as medication for the treatment of depression. This was met with excitement, but also controversy.
My grandmother suffered from depression. I have gone through periods of mental health challenges all through my life, from having an eating disorder to have untreated PTSD. I think saying "just go exercise" to someone with depression or struggling with mental health can be cruel.
But 5 minutes will change your day. And then it will change your life.
We want to think about exercise and mental health like partners.
- If you just need to get going - get out and go for a 10 minute walk.
- If you are extremely stressed and anxious, taking your body to fight or fight mode with High Intensity isn't the best idea - mobility, slow strength and yoga are best.
- If you are lethargic or suffering from Seasonal Affective Disorder, something that gets your heart rate up is best. Cardio sculpt!
- If you are need to build resiliency this week - pick up weights
- If you are looking to feel more connected to your soul - do FLOW
Oh - and after exercise?
Protein! I have recipes for great protein shakes to get you feeling fighting fit!
Let's hit it out of the park this week! If you stepped off the beam, get back on!
How To Work Exercise Snacks into your day
15 Protein Shakes (gotta say....love the coffees one!)
20 MINUTE WORKOUT!!!
With gratitude,
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