Exercise for the Right Reasons - Exercise Right Week May 23rd - 29th

By Cameron Allshorn

Exercise should be fun and enjoyable. It should leave you with a sense of success and completion. Sometimes we board up our exercise as an afterthought or as a must-do rather than something to look forward to and it is important that we drive ourselves to do the kind of exercise that we enjoy!

Each of us is different and it is important to accept that not all forms of exercise are going to entice you (or everyone) to come back for more. There are endless options available to trial and find enjoyment in, from gyms (of different styles), class based exercise like HIIT, Pilates or Yoga, team sports, swimming, running, cycling, bushwalking and water based activities. Additionally there are many options for those who prefer to exercise in their own space at home.

Not all facets of exercise are physical! 

Exercising for your mental health is just as important. Doing a form of activity that is mentally stimulating and rewarding can have as many benefits as the physical ones you see. The same thing over and over again exclusively can lead to decreased yields both in performance, endurance and enjoyment. If you find that you often run the same route, or use the same equipment at the gym try mixing it up and see if you can notice the difference. Think about the ‘why’ of your exercise plan as you may find you are better connected and motivated when including others, joining a team or class or maybe its best for you to crank the music up and work out on your own.

our little team of osteopaths is a good example of how varied an approach to exercise can be and the reasons that we commit to it.

An osteopath can help get you going towards your exercise goals so if you do have any questions come and ask us!

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