Episode 2: Exercise Your Right To Exercise

Exercise, a word that makes some of us cringe. Whether you have a healthy relationship with exercise or think of it as a curse word, we can’t escape the fact that exercise is essential.While there is no supplement for exercise, there are ways that we can change the narrative of exercises, make it fun and actually see lasting results. But how can we start to think about exercise as we would about forgetting to brush our teeth?In this episode, Wendie talks all about the E in R.E.A.C.H, exercise. She breaks down why exercise is so important, how to find and keep motivation, using exercise as an act of worship and overcoming our own limitations. Follow along with Wendie’s downloadable worksheet that you can find and print at wendiepett.com/visiblyfitpodcast R. E. A. C. H E - ExerciseWhy exercise is so important…05:15Improves insulin sensitivityIncreases BDNF Brain derived neurotrophic factor - hormone that generates cellular regenerationImproves sleepReduces stress and decreases cortisolIncreases blood flowReduces low vibrational emotionsEndorphinsReleases unhealthy weight-Different types of exercise…08:20Anaerobic and aerobic exerciseEnduranceStrength and resistance trainingBalance and flexibility-Tools to stay motivated…10:55Plan your exercise calendar 30 minutes per day, sometimes broken up over the course of the dayVisibly fit exercisesMix it up Small action steps Discipline - loving yourself well-Exercise as an act of worship…13:15“I get to…”You are worthy of taking care of your body1 Corinthians 6:19-20-What is your #1 goal…15:50downloadable worksheet wendiepett.com/visiblyfitpodcastTarget dateHow do we know when we’ve reached that goal?How important is this exercise goal to you?-Walking is imperative…16:45stress reductionIncreases cardiovascular and pulmonary functionReduces blood pressureReduces joint painBuilds strong bonesImproves balanceAll agesIdeal: 10,000 steps or 5 miles per day2,000 steps = 1 mile = 1 hourYour body starts to atrophy after only 20 minutes of sittingSplurge on good walking shoes (Yay shopping!)-What are you not doing because you’re afraid?…21:30Analyze your fears around exerciseUnpack your excusesStay consistent‘I’m getting better’ mindsetSprinkling exercise throughout your day - something is better than nothingNo difference between long haul workouts vs. sporadic daily workoutsYou DO have the timeSign up for FREE 7 day meal plan and exercise program82% of people in the US do not exercise-Using visualization…26:40You can work out your whole body through mind-body connection visualizationNo equipment-Overcoming obstacles…29:05Physical obstacles and disabilitiesIdentify simple things to do to overcome physical limitationsCouch workoutsWheelchair workoutsBe creative with workouts-Wendie breaks down different exercises…31:55Balance and Flexibility…Consistent functional fitness practiceHeel to toe walkingThe more flexible you become, the more balanced you’ll be in everyday life