The Joy of Movement
Are you achy? Do you feel stiff, like walking and bending is a chore?
Sometimes grief makes us feel that way. Sometimes life makes us feel that way.
What helps might seem counterintuitive, but it actually works: Move!
Gentle morning stretches and deep breaths can help bring oxygen into your
bloodstream and get blood flowing through muscles that have been quiet
all night. Going for a mid-day walk gets your blood pumping and hopefully gives you time to chat with friends or bond with your dog or kitty. (Don’t laugh—I The Joy of Movement actually walk my kitten Mabel on a leash. Or, rather, she walks me.)
You might also consider joining an exercise class. For easy movement, you’ll find classes in Yoga Lite, Senior Strength, and Aquatics.
Whatever you choose, just know that movement is good for you, can boost
your energy (and your immune system), and give you a little more spring in your step.