When it comes to exercise, or movement as I like to say (because it sounds a little less intense), it’s easy to feel stuck.

1️⃣ Maybe you don't have time …
2️⃣ Or feel like if you can’t find an hour to do some intense workout, it’s just not worth it …
3️⃣ Maybe you don't know where to begin, or what to do, or how to do it…
4️⃣ Or it's just not fun (and sometimes boring)…
5️⃣  And a lot of the time, you're just too exhausted to do anything.

Many of you shared with me at the beginning of the year (the traditional “it's a new year and I'm going to start up a new routine time of year”) that these are some of the major roadblocks when it comes to exercise.  

So often when we're trying to start a new habit … whatever it is … it's important to ask ourselves why accomplishing this new habit is important. Think about your “why," and write it down.  It is compelling and motivational to understand exactly why doing something is important.  

Freeing yourself from inactivity is imperative in our modern age, where sedentary habits have become ingrained in our daily routines.

Whether it's spending hours commuting, being chained to a desk and computer at work, or indulging in prolonged screen time, modern conveniences have inadvertently led us down this path.

The level of inactivity that most people experience every day is simply not conducive to good health.

As someone who also grapples with these challenges, I understand the struggle firsthand. Caught up in the demands of writing, researching, and meeting with clients, I often find myself glued to my desk for hours on end.

It's only when I finally push back and stand up that I feel the physical toll – stiff neck and shoulders, achy hips. Yet, amidst the pressure to maximize productivity, it's essential to recognize the sacrifice we make by neglecting our bodies.