Chris Odle Fitness Article

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What does it mean to meditate?

We have all seen things on TV about people sitting stationary for long periods, burning Joss sticks and listening to strange music. Not for me, I thought until I received this article, Chris Odle has a unique take on the practice.

Meditation means observing how the whole system of your body works in connection with the surrounding environment.

Meditation is about:

1. Setting aside deliberate time to slow down either by sitting still or with slow, intentional movement.

2. Directing attention to the reality of the moment using a focal point, the breath or other physical sensations.

3. If your attention wanders, notice it and gently guide your attention back. It takes practice to be aware of your present surroundings rather than thoughts only.

Its uses ease anxieties about the past or future and help you to find calmness and clarity. With practice, that calmness and clarity will eventually be available upon demand. If you can develop a healthy mind, your body can be healthy too.

You are practicing studying the bodies physical sensations and the emotional response and the thought sensations of the mind and how each one relates. In this way, you're observing the whole system of body and mind or spirit if you prefer in connection with the surrounding environment.

I would draw your attention to one aspect of mediation, gentle walking. It moves every joint of your body, builds a pattern, encourages better blood circulation and helps your joints and connective tissues to stay strong and mobile.

Whilst you walk, do it mindfully. Build awareness of how your body feels you have the added benefit of being in nature. Notice your surroundings that form the reality of your present moments. If your thoughts start to come in and your attention wanders, notice it and gently guide your attention back.

If you build on this and practice it once a day consistently, you are guaranteed to feel so much better in body and mind; you will also feel more healthy from the exercise. There may be days when you may not feel like it, but try and push past this as these are often the times when you learn the most about yourself.

National Academy of Sports Medicine, (NASM) Certified Personal Trainer (NASM) Level 3 Personal Training Certificate (UK)

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