Health is wealth
Emotion and exercise go hand in hand.
March 12th 2010 19:08
Emotions are an essential part of life. And, therefore, when it comes to workouts too, it’s no different. Our success depends on how we take charge of our mental being, and implement plans and routine. As far as emotions and workouts go, the relationship is an eye opener.
For many, it’s the emotions that drive them to perform to greater heights. So, if you wish to attain greater heights in physical fitness, it’s ultimately the mind over body.
Now, let’s examine the negative emotions or internal obstacles that you may have to overcome. While you are working out, if you just focus on your work-out and leave the negative emotions aside, you’re getting there. Let’s put aside the stress of having to cope with an unreasonable boss, work pressure, domestic issues, or tiffs in relationships.
We work out to look and feel better. We are taking charge of our body and working towards a healthier self. Therefore, set your positive influences at play. Prepare yourself for your work-out and watch your diet. Vary your work-out plan.
For a few months in a year work out at a gym, and then the next few months at an aerobic class, then a yoga class, and a dance class. All through the year, run at least twice and swim once a week. Each one of these fitness activities contribute in different ways to the development of the different areas of the brain.
For example, the music in the dance and aerobic class makes you feel peppy and elated. Yoga has a calming effect on your mind. A gym regimen gives you a toned look and increased self esteem. The cardiovascular exercises release endorphins which make you feel good.
Do not look for immediate results. As you keep at it, you will see the improvements, physically, mentally and emotionally, overtime. It will lead to higher self esteem, increased confidence and happiness.
For many, it’s the emotions that drive them to perform to greater heights. So, if you wish to attain greater heights in physical fitness, it’s ultimately the mind over body.
Now, let’s examine the negative emotions or internal obstacles that you may have to overcome. While you are working out, if you just focus on your work-out and leave the negative emotions aside, you’re getting there. Let’s put aside the stress of having to cope with an unreasonable boss, work pressure, domestic issues, or tiffs in relationships.
For a few months in a year work out at a gym, and then the next few months at an aerobic class, then a yoga class, and a dance class. All through the year, run at least twice and swim once a week. Each one of these fitness activities contribute in different ways to the development of the different areas of the brain.
For example, the music in the dance and aerobic class makes you feel peppy and elated. Yoga has a calming effect on your mind. A gym regimen gives you a toned look and increased self esteem. The cardiovascular exercises release endorphins which make you feel good.
Do not look for immediate results. As you keep at it, you will see the improvements, physically, mentally and emotionally, overtime. It will lead to higher self esteem, increased confidence and happiness.
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