Mind Your Movement [6]

08/03/20 • 21 min

We’re designed to move, and we’re healthier and happier when we do. But sometimes our thoughts get in the way - especially as we notice signs of getting older. You can be aware and change them up so you have the inner motivation to take care of your body. The most important part is to create the right identity and focus more on building a habit than on the immediate results. Then the benefits will definitely come in time.

In this episode:

Stop the compare and despair trap with your own past self.
A story of what’s possible - Joan McDonald, 73 year-old fitness buff.
Be willing to adapt workouts to where you are now – no judgment.
The habit is more important than the activity.
Overcoming your own resistance.
We’re improving the mind, body, and spirit that we get to live with forever.

Links:

Syndey Cummings Workouts on YouTube
Joan MacDonald @trainwithjoan Instagram Youtube
Atomic Habits by James Clear

Shownotes:

Let's connect on Instagram!
Schedule a free discovery call with Vauna.
Email [email protected]

In this episode:

Stop the compare and despair trap with your own past self.
A story of what’s possible - Joan McDonald, 73 year-old fitness buff.
Be willing to adapt workouts to where you are now – no judgment.
The habit is more important than the activity.
Overcoming your own resistance.
We’re improving the mind, body, and spirit that we get to live with forever.

Links:

Syndey Cummings Workouts on YouTube
Joan MacDonald @trainwithjoan Instagram Youtube
Atomic Habits by James Clear

Shownotes:

Let's connect on Instagram!
Schedule a free discovery call with Vauna.
Email [email protected]

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