Capacity for movement can underpin health, safety, and daily functioning. This need may motivate activity, strength and endurance practices, and balanced recovery. Fitness supports mood, cognition, and independence.
Humans have a basic need to stay physically fit – to be capable of movement and exertion – because it is fundamental to health and everyday living. This need may drive us to engage in physical activities: practices that build strength, endurance, flexibility, as well as to incorporate rest and recovery for balance. A good level of fitness boosts our mood (exercise is known to release endorphins and reduce anxiety), enhances cognitive function (fit individuals often have better memory and executive function), and helps maintain independence as we age (by preventing frailty and reducing injury risk). Public health research indicates that regular physical activity is associated with numerous benefits: from improved safety (stronger muscles can prevent falls, for example) to better management of chronic conditions and sharper mental performance. In short, tending to our physical fitness needs keeps our bodies and minds in shape, enabling us to navigate daily tasks safely and enjoy a higher quality of life.
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If you end up with a list that is overwhelming then see if you can give yourself freedom to reduce or combine tasks. For example if you can’t seem to work out regularly because of the anxiety of counting reps or planning routines consider watching a guided youtube video or finding a gym that offers a trainer. Be honest and try to let any shame leave your body if you can. We can’t all do everything like everyone else :)
have a dance party!
Do some yoga
go hiking
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