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What are somatic workouts and why are fitness gurus recommending them?


Published on 2025-01-07 22:03:27 - MSN
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  • Instead of challenging you to do a certain number of push-ups, somatics is about focusing on your breathing and supporting your mental health through the power of movement The post What are somatic workouts and why are fitness gurus recommending them?

Somatic workouts, as highlighted in the MSN article, focus on enhancing mind-body connection through slow, deliberate movements that aim to release tension and improve bodily awareness. These exercises, often derived from practices like yoga, tai chi, and the Feldenkrais Method, are gaining popularity for their ability to address chronic pain, improve posture, and reduce stress. Fitness gurus are recommending somatic exercises because they not only help in physical rehabilitation but also promote mental well-being by encouraging a deeper understanding of one's own body. The movements are designed to be gentle, making them accessible to people of all fitness levels, and they emphasize internal sensation over external form, which can lead to better movement efficiency and less pain in daily activities.

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