With the beginning of each new calendar year, many of us strive to evaluate and improve our health and well-being.
One resolution that tops the list? Weight loss.
While there’s nothing wrong with wanting to lose weight, often our pursuits lead to drastic changes that are hard to maintain especially when it comes to fitness.
This year, instead of focusing on exercise solely for weight loss, try reframing it as positive for your overall health and see if it’s easier to stick with it!
As you plan your next sweat session, remember getting to WERK can help you stress less, sleep better and more.
Increase Energy Levels
Although it may seem backward, it’s true -- the more you move, the less tired you will likely feel.
Over time, the increased muscle strength and endurance will allow your body to work more efficiently and use less energy for daily tasks.
Plus who doesn’t love the post-exercise flood of endorphins?
Prevent Chronic Disease
A consistent exercise routine can prevent or alleviate health conditions and chronic diseases such as high blood pressure, diabetes and heart disease.
Preventing illness adds longevity to your life span as well as improves overall quality of life.
Reduce Stress
Moving regularly can help raise your mood and fight stress.
Exercise releases certain chemicals in the brain that make you feel happier and more at ease as well as allows you to carve out much needed self-care time.
Catch More Zzzzs
Studies show people who exercise regularly have an easier time falling asleep and sleep more soundly than those who don’t.
However, since increased alertness is often an effect of exercise, working out close to bedtime may not be ideal.
