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  • Make your Mornings Brighter with a Walk

    Have you ever thought about making your mornings brighter with walk? And did you know there’s quite a number of advantages in starting your day with a morning walk, outdoors? Well, let’s start discussing the benefits and make your mornings brighter!

    Here’s why: 

    A Routine Consistency:

    Walking is indeed a form of exercise. It’s a healthy habit to start your day with a morning walk and enjoy outdoor fresh air and nature surroundings. Studies have shown that those who often exercise early mornings have set a habit of daily exercise routine. But a change in exercise schedule may always occur under circumstances. Getting up from your bed and beginning your day with a walk, will not only keep you active or stress relieved but will help maintain a consistent routine.

    Eases Your Mood:

    Heading out for a morning walk will help with your wellbeing. A daily walk of at least 10-15 minutes or more could provide you with a variety of benefits. A morning walk helps reduce anxiety and depression, for instance. According to IRT, morning walks help one to feel content and think, reflect and clear their mind, improving their mental health. What’s even better is that if there’s a local park in your neighborhood – spending time with nature could ease and boost your mood. Just by hearing the sounds of nature will bring you peace and relaxation.

    Strengthen Your Muscles & Better Health:

    Why not, and take the opportunity of incorporating daily morning walks into your routine in order for a healthier and stronger you? Morning walks will keep you moving and reduce the risk of disease such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes, for instance. It may help with weight loss as you walk at a moderate to fast pace. Therefore, tone your legs and abdominal muscles, which increases a range of motion while strengthening your leg muscles. So, rise up and get walking! Stay healthy!

    Sources: 

    1. https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/health-benefits-morning-walk
    2. https://www.irt.org.au/the-good-life/9-health-benefits-of-a-morning-walk/#:~:text=Lower%20blood%20pressure%2C%20improved%20blood,of%20heart%20disease%20by%2035%25.

  • The World of Physical Activity is Vast!

    We have options in the world of exercise! We do not need to limit ourselves to just walking, running, and weight lifting. You can enjoy those exercises but it is important to know that we can get our exercise from other physical activities. Rock climbing, hiking, basketball, tennis, mixed martial arts, yoga, swimming and dancing are just a few activities that can be enjoyed outside of what is offered at a traditional gym. Feel free to add any and all of your favorite activities or activities you want to try out!

    Kickboxing

    I developed an interest for kickboxing as a child, the world of UFC seemed so brutal but intriguing at the same time. I didn’t actually try it out until I was 18 years old. I found a gym that offered a variety of mixed martial arts classes at a price that was college student budget friendly. I would recommend doing the same, especially if you have a budget to consider. Most of these gyms offer equipment but if you think you’ll stick with the sport, it’s recommended to invest in your own. 

    I tried out some of their  boxing, kickboxing and Brazilian jiu jitsu classes and decided that I enjoyed kickboxing the most. I enjoyed it more than boxing because it required you to use your lower body as well. I felt strong and tactical while performing the movements. I also felt safer in the sense that I would be able to stand up for myself in the face of danger. I will admit that it wasn’t easy at first! My body was not accustomed to this activity and I frequently ended up very sore but what matters the most was that I enjoyed it. You won’t know what physical activity you enjoy until you get to try it for yourself. Be bold and take your first steps into the world of physical activity!