Reasons to Exercise (that aren't about what you weigh or how you look!)

We've been wanting to do this one for a while!It's time to change how we talk about exercise (and weight loss), especially for women and even more especially for young girls. The association of weight with health, and weight with looking good, and the fact that if you are "slim" then you must be both healthy and fit are all falsehoods.One of the worst things about this aspect of diet culture is the fact it has led to women simply not exercising, and thus not getting all of the benefits exercise has to give. Not only are women shamed for their bodies, we're also shamed for wanting to change them.There are so many wonderful benefits of exercise it is an injustice that weight loss has risen to the top. It is also mind boggling that we have been so strongly conditioned to believe that is the main reason to exercise, that we question why you would exercise if you don't need to lose weight.Links for things we mention in this episode;For images of women exercising check out our Facebook and Instagram - you'll be inspired.For more info on James Clear's Atomic Habits watch Sall's book club videoListen to our episode; The Problem with GoalsListen to our episode; Getting Started with HabitsTo find out how to get your RAS in order - read Sall's blog post.So, here you go... TWENTY Reasons to Exercise that aren't about weight loss or how you look:Improves your brain healthStrengthens your bones and your musclesYour day to day activity improves - the more you move, the more you move!More energyMood boosterImproved productivity, learning ability improved, boosts creative thinkingStress relieverSpeeds up recovery from injury, surgery and illnessImproved cardio vascular endurance Improved flexibility Increased lean body mass - important for health, well being and stability. Improved posture - muscle Strength and function, use your body properlyAnti-aging effects - how you move, getting up off the floor without putting your hands downImproves your sleep.Improves your eating habits. Increases longevity - our favourite!Decreases risk of preventable disease - osteoporosis, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and Cancer.  Improved balance and co-ordinationIncrease your sex drive - and improved satisfcationMakes life more exciting - you’re able to do the things you want to do, go on adventures, say yes to opportunities, tick things off your dream list.Support the showAll the details of our Kofi account are below so if you want to be part of our journey to help more women, check it out - we thank you.www.ko-fi.com/thepowerof30Places to find us;www.thepowerof30.co.ukwww.curvesilkeston.co.ukFacebook; @thepowerof30@curvesilkestonBooks & Bones; Motivational Book ClubInstagram; @curvesilkeston@3dannii3@sallpeacockYouTube;Curves CoachSall PeacockDannii-Ellie