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Tag Archives: mindful awareness

Happy-People Habits

Genetics may predispose certain individuals to being happier. However, the real determiner of disposition depends on you …

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Mind It

by Michelle Sutton-Kerchner Mindfulness isn’t complex or difficult. It is simply being more aware of every day moments and movements. And that awareness helps us live more fully … From stressful tasks to high-impact workouts, there is a mindfulness approach to make life more effective. A mind anchored in the present will sail far. A fitness routine cultivated by mindfulness can improve results and help you stay committed. Before you tackle your workout, warm up your mind. Be aware of your journey, where you have traveled and where you are going. Performance will be enhanced, both on the Exercise Floor and beyond the Center’s walls. Use your workout as an escape from the world, not yourself. Quiet the distractions and observe where you truly can go. Improve Your Way of Being Stephanie D’Angelo, yoga instructor and mindfulness workshop facilitator, provides an analogy: Working out without being present in the body and mind is like exercising on a treadmill without resistance. She explains, “To create improved health, including a better overall workout, bring awareness to your thoughts and your physical being. This awareness allows the mind to better focus on achieving results from your workout.” Try This: As you exercise, focus …

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The Mindful Difference

Whether your workout is spent on the treadmill, pumping iron, or grooving in Group Fitness, your success depends on this …

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The 10-Minute Rule

Take 10 minutes for better health ...

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Don’t Overdo It

The upcoming months are filled with reasons to get fitter. Racing events, vacations, and swimsuits are just a few. Keep fitness efforts at a healthy pace. Avoid overtraining ...

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