Engage in physical activities you enjoy, whether it’s dancing, hiking, or playing a sport, to make staying active a fun and sustainable habit.
How to find joy in movement?
Here are some ideas for how you can bring joyful movement into your life:
- Take your dog for a walk.
- Play with kids or grandkids.
- Spend some time in your garden.
- Take a hike.
- Go for a bike ride.
- Go shopping.
- Take a yoga class.
- Go kayaking.
What is a joy movement?
Joyful movement is a way of approaching physical activity that emphasizes pleasure. We know that physical activity offers a host of physical and mental health benefits, and by emphasizing pleasure, you’re more likely to regularly move your body. Joyful movement also emphasizes choice.
How do you find joy in movement in a way that is both enjoyable and sustainable?
Combine exercise with your favorite things
Maybe it’s listening to your favorite playlist while on a power walk or run. Or maybe it’s switching on a funny show while doing a cardio workout at home.
