When it comes to total body health exercise is an important part of the equation but it isn't the end all be all. Have you ever noticed that exercise becomes STRESSFUL and a CHORE when we view it as THE answer to getting results?
Healthy living is about nourishing your body in various ways. This includes exercise but also eating whole foods and cultivating strong relationships with people that are like minded and on the same track you are. It's about practicing balance in your food intake, but not perfection and about nurturing YOURSELF as well as you try to nurture others.
So... When is exercise NOT the answer???
1. When you're struggling to lose the last 10 lbs. When you beat yourself up in a workout your body releases more cortisol triggering you to eat more food that it needs.
2. When your body is telling you to go easy and back off- this constantly leaves you depleted and feeling fatigued and sore... plagued with aches and pains! Sometimes a meaningful stretch or a walk with the dogs is more effective than a grueling workout!
3. When you lose sight of balance- when you have one speed.. TURBO and you don't allow your mood, and whole body health It's important to find a balance of both grace and challenge in your workouts
4. When your workout leaves you exhausted. If your workout isn't leaving you feeling strong and healthy... I encourage you to change it up.
5.When you start to dread exercise! You must find something that makes you feel energized and rewarded! Exercise is ESSENTIAL but only PART of an important Healthy routine!
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