3 IMPROVE YOUR BRAIN FUNCTION
Walking doesn't just make you more creative, it actually improves cognitive function overall. This means walking is good for your noggin in general. In fact regular walking regimens may reduce the risk of dementia. 2 COMBAT LONELINESS Maybe you're like me and have a hard time meeting new people. I'll be honest. I have a really hard time making new friends. I'm very introverted. I have had a primarily self-directed job for a decade. My entire family lives elsewhere. And, I have moved to a new town several times in the last 7 years. The pandemic certainly did not help. It can be excruciatingly lonely at times (... BTW do you want to grab lunch with me). But one way I bust out of my loneliness bubble in the middle of the day is to go for a walk. I get to say hello to my neighbors, meet people's dogs, and generally remind myself that the world is much bigger than the thoughts in my head. 1 IMPROVE YOUR HEART HEALTH Walking is considered steady-state cardio. There are many ways to improve heart-health and steady-state cardio is just one of them. The benefit here is not about calorie burn or improving your recovery times. Steady-state cardio is about building endurance. Essentially you are introducing the concept, to your heart which is a muscle, that it can sustain elevated work for longer and longer periods of time. Because your heart is a muscle it adapts like other muscles of your body by getting stronger by adapting when encountering repeated stimulus over time. Let's take a walk in my recent walking mediation on my podcast Personal Practice.
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Missy Reece
10/7/2022 02:29:37 pm
I started practicing yoga with you on Prime video over 4 years ago. I love yoga. It allows me to be athletic, mindful and self-focused for a little while each day. I have three kids, ages 16, 13 and 8, so I’m busy and have always had a hard time “making time” for myself. I, too, am introverted and don’t enjoy going to classes in a studio or gym. I practice 5-7 times a week and subscribe to your app Practice Everywhere which I’m enjoying. I’m looking forward to taking a daily walk now that fall is here and I intend to practice what you’re preaching about enjoying that time. Thank you!
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Jennifer Murphy Aubin
1/4/2023 08:23:46 pm
Hi Julia,
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AuthorHi there! You found me. My name is Julia Marie Lopez. For 22 years I have studied meditation and mindful movement as my primary tools for healing. For the past 13 years I have worked as an instructor, a wellness business owner, the Founder of Practice Everywhere, and now I am embarking on a new adventure to expand how we define our Personal and Public Practices. Since I offer you my experience and perspective, share my writing about life, love and wellness, and offer a bit of unsolicited advice, I think you should also know that I do include affiliate links and promotions in some of blogs. If you make an action (such as sign ups, memberships, or purchases) I might earn a commission. I promise to use this income to support my love of coffee, dogs, yoga, and my family (in no particular order).💜
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