Heres howand whyyou should incorporate a thread of appreciation into your fitness routine.
(More like I cant wait for this ish to be over!)
But it should be.
A study inTranslational Psychiatryfound that a combo of focused meditation and aerobic exercise helps reduce depressive symptoms.
Ready to make your next workout even more meaningful?
These expert and science-backed tips offer ways to weave gratitude into your fitness routine and why its important.
This thinking is rooted in understanding your purpose, the underlying cause of what propels you to do something.
Now, imagine applying this thinking to your exercise routine.
Plus, ending a workout with gratitude allows you to be proud of what your body has accomplished.
Sims also notes that mid-workout gratitude and appreciation take some of the pressure off.
The result: a genuine love and appreciation for your body and its abilities.
Consider adding a space in those journals to write down what exactly about the workout you are thankful for.
In fact, go a step further and actually say these things directly to the person.
Research shows it canboost your connection and satisfaction.
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