The Secret to Youth — Mobility
Hey y’all,
With the work from home era, it’s common to sit behind a desk for eight hours, in front of a TV for three, and then lie in bed for another eight. When we spend too much time in stagnation, internal connective tissues become short and tight. This connective tissue is called fascia. When it’s not properly mobilized it can leave you feeling stiff, in pain, and even obstruct organs.
Many associate youth and beauty with the absence of wrinkles and fitting into a certain pants size. However, we should ask ourselves what value does physical beauty have if we can’t physically move our bodies — freely — without pain, tension, and injury?
Let’s truly stay young by staying mobile.
Below are a few easy additions to promote mobility in your everyday.
Add neck circles and deep breathing before starting your day.
Tilt your head to one side until you feel a stretch.
Slowly roll your head forward to bring your chin to your chest.
Continue to roll your head to theother side until you feel a stretch along the opposite side of your neck.
Complete a total of 10 half circles, moving slowly and smoothly back and forth through the motion. End with 1 minute of deep breathing.
Add a 15 minute after-lunch walk and a 15 minute evening walk to your day.
It’s important to set attainable goals. Start with small increments of time. If on some days you have the extra time, add a few more minutes.
Move during commercial breaks when watching TV.
Run the stairs or march in place to stay active. You can even jump rope if you have the space.
Dance before bed.
Turn on some of your favorite tunes and boogie a little before calling it a night. Your heart will be racing with happiness because of it.
Finally, maximize mobility with regular massage sessions.
Massage is an effective treatment to improve blood flow that will not only help relax and heal damaged muscles but will also support improved movement and function throughout connective tissue, tendons, ligaments and joints in the body.
Cheers,
Tiana
