Your body LOVES to move … right down to its smallest molecules!

In fact, we’re hardwired for it … and your health depends on it.

You’re born to move.

Here’s a shocking stat for you:

“In less than two generations, physical activity dropped by 20% in the U.K. and 32% in the U.S.
In China, the drop is 45% in less than one generation.”
– designedtomove.org

Today, I’m going to be talking about how important it really is to take care of your body and muscles … and this goes far beyond the results you see in the mirror when you workout!

As an example, back when I worked as an IT manager (and before I started lifting weights), I used to have a lot of back problems from sitting too long. One day, my back went out when I bent over to tie my shoelaces! I had to take 2 weeks off work because the pain was so bad. For the next couple of years, I went to countless physio, chiro, acupuncture and massage appointments. But ever since I started lifting weights and strengthening my muscles, I’ve been 100% pain-free! I 100% credit this to lifting weights at least 3x a week.

Moving your body on a regular basis helps everything from reducing body aches and pains, improving energy levels, emotions, relationships, mental function and your overall quality of life.

Here’s just a shortlist of how exercise and movement (walking, dancing, gardening, exercising, doing chores, etc.) has huge payoffs for you:

  • It can help lower your blood pressure and cholesterol.
  • It can help support brain health. (One study even showed middle-aged women who were considered “highly fit” had a lower risk of developing dementia at an early age.)
  • It boosts your mood by creating more brain chemicals associated with happiness
  • It helps you handle stress better.
  • It can help improve your focus and attention span.
  • It can help your body battle inflammation.
  • It also helps power your body’s lymphatic system, which is like your own personal army against infection. Because there is no natural “pump” to help your lymphatic system drain toxins from your system, the movement of your muscles is actually responsible for helping to move this important fluid!
  • It can strengthen your immune system.

Here’s a little trivia you can even share with your friends:

How much faster can you recover from a common cold if you exercise on a regular basis?

Answer: Your chances of coming down with a cold are cut in half!

It’s true! A study of 1,000 people found people who were active 5 or more days a week were 50% less likely to come down with a cold over a 3-month period. And if they did come down with a cold, their symptoms were about 40% less severe.

Pretty amazing, right?

The great thing about it is that pretty much all forms of movement can help you – stretching, walking, even conquering a mountain of laundry!

Here’s a challenge for you …

Every day this week, set a timer for 15-20 minutes and move nonstop.

This could be a quick workout, a brisk walk, or even a fast & furious cleaning session in your home.

To make it more fun, turn on some music to make it happen!

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Do you agree that we’re born to move? What’s your favorite activity?

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