WorkIN not WorkOUT

This month I need to workINs more than workOUTS. Yes, I completed hours of swimming, biking and running as I prepare for Spring events, but I added another component to my workouts, I scheduled workINS. I spent sometime focusing on mental toughness as a ran silently on trails, regained balance in Tai Chi and yoga class, and strengthen my core in Pilates. I allowed my body and mind to overcome the mild pain of acupuncture to achieve peace and checked myself into a salt cave for silent meditation where both I lost and found myself simultaneously.

What did I learn?

Not all workouts are about sweat and guts. Some of the best workouts are the mental and metaphysical. Challenging the mind to focus hard on a task for hours when all you can hear is your heart beating and only your breath is an awesomely challenging experience.

Why do it?

1. WorkINs-Remind you that you are capable.
2. WorkINs-Reconnect your mind and body.
3. WorkINs-Relax you.
4. WorkINs-Rejuvenate you.
5. WorkINs- Complement your workOUTS.

WorkINs can help you in life when you are confronted with a stressful or unexpected challenge. Whether you are training for an endurance event or workout as part of a healthy lifestyle, add some workINS to your workOUTS.

Enjoy the Journey

Coach Stacy

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