You Wouldn’t Say This About Food… So Why Say It About Movement?

If I told you, “Eat whatever you want and it will give you all the health benefits you need,” you would probably smile and know it does not work that way. With food, we understand that balance, quality, and intention matter.

Movement is the same. Any kind of activity is better than none, but not all movement gives the same results. Purposeful exercise, done with progression, recovery, and consistency, builds strong bones, protects your heart, sharpens your brain, and keeps you moving well as you age.

Just like with food, it is about making choices that support your health in the long run. Enjoy activity, have fun with it, but also remember that the way you move matters. Because movement with purpose is where the real benefits begin.

-Donna Medina, Board Certified Exercise Physiologist