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Ditch The Treadmill, Find Joyful Movement

Despise going to the gym? You don't have to!

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Ditch The Treadmill, Find Joyful Movement

If you're not THIS happy when you're working out, then let me introduce you something called joyful movement.


Joyful movement is about finding out the best way to work out and be active for YOU. Society tells you that in order to be fit and work out you must regularly go to your local gym, but if you're like me and hate public spaces, people looking at you (and potentially judging you), and leaving your house in general then look to find your joyful movement!

I personally hate going to the gym, and I know there are many others who feel the same. How many people drag themselves to the gym and work out because they feel they have to? I'll let you in on a secret, that expensive gym membership that you're paying for to go the gym which you hate? You don't have to do it if you don't want to!

There are countless ways to be active that are not traditional! Just to list some:

1. Swim

2. Hiking

3. Yoga

4. Dance

Exercise is not just about burning calories. It's meant to support digestion, improve metabolism, enhance muscle tone, strength, and flexibility, and make you feel good (the most important!).

To find your joyful movement, it's best to try new things and get out of your comfort zone. There are many memberships and package deals that you can take advantage of! Soulcycle, CKO Kickboxing, Rumble, and you can even stay at home with a Peloton!

For more information on Joyful Movement, check out these personal stories!

How To Become One Of Those People Who Likes Exercise

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