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Mindfulness and Exercise: How can mindfulness improve your fitness?

on Mon, Feb 18, 2013 @ 07:02 AM By | Michael Jenkins | 3 Comments | Body Kinetics in Novato and Mill Valley workout exercise mindfulness
Mindful exercise is about performing physical activity while focusing inward. The idea is to let go of distractions and unrelated thoughts, and focus your attention on your sensations, breath, and the movements of your body. The basic premise here is that when you give your full attention to your workout, you’re bound to do it more effectively (and safely!).
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Health and Fitness on Mindfulness: Being Present

on Sun, Dec 23, 2012 @ 05:12 AM By | Michael Jenkins | 0 Comments | health and fitness mindfulness health and well-being
When you are aware of your feelings, your thoughts and your body both inside and outside or yourself without judgment, that is called mindfulness.  A person's awareness dictates everyday choices.  When we are aware, we plan better, we are less forgetful and we are clearer about what is important to us.  Many clients come to us struggling with the balance between overwhelming commitments and taking care of themselves.  They seem to lose their sense of mental and physical awareness. They ask themselves questions. How did I gain weight? Why am I so stressed? Why does my neck hurt?  Why do I get frustrated so easily?
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