Finding Your Fitness Flow
Did you know that you can enjoy exercise –or enjoy it even more– by getting into a flow state? Not only will your workouts be more enjoyable, but you will also be performing at an optimal level.
What Is Fitness Flow?
Fitness flow is when you are totally engaged in your workout, and you are enjoying the process. You are energetically focused on the task at hand –aware of your movements, technique and pace. The right balance of challenge and skill enhances this mind/body connection.
How Do I Know If I'm In Fitness Flow?
You are working out masterfully and enjoying it. You feel like you are in the zone and time is flying by. You’ve left all of your worries and the world behind. You are fully present and don’t feel self-conscious, bored or stressed.
Benefits of Fitness Flow
Peak performance -work at an optimal level, rather than longer or harder
Motivation sky-rockets
Happiness happens
Boredom is banished
Stress is released and your mind is decluttered
You achieve a greater sense of accomplishment and fulfillment
How Can I Achieve Fitness Flow?
Invest your mental energy into your workouts, along with your physical energy, for exponential returns
Master an athletic skill or sport, and then continue to challenge yourself in it
Block time for your workouts
Set clear, measurable goals -know exactly what you need to do
Get immediate feedback
Plan workouts that are challenging but not impossible
Focus only on the task at hand (don’t multitask)
Exercise at your peak times whenever possible
Avoid distractions
Practice to develop skills then push your limits
Choose an activity that you love
Stay positive
Use energetic music during your workouts
How Can a Golden Home Fitness Personal Trainer Help Me Achieve Fitness Flow?
We will provide you with a challenging but achievable program
Set and track clear, measurable goals
We will schedule your workouts and keep you accountable
Give you immediate feedback
We will keep you focused by providing clear instruction and demonstrations
Provide limitless positive support
We will book your sessions at your most energetic and convenient times (and locations)
The Takeaway
If you could use a little more happiness in your life –and who couldn’t?-- fitness flow is for you. Mastering physical challenges is extremely fulfilling. Exercise improves your health and decreases your stress levels. If you work out mindfully, you can further enhance your wellness and improve your performance. You can enjoy focusing on your mind-body connection during training, rather than focusing only on the end game.
To achieve fitness flow, focus on your movements as you do them and challenge yourself. Once you achieve a flow state, you are super motivated to work out again and the cycle continues. A positive habit loop has been created. You are on your way to optimal athletic performance and increased happiness!
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