10% Happier with Dan Harris Why You Don't Exercise Even Though You Know You Should. And Strategies To Get Over the Hump. | Katy Bowman
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Jan 12, 2026 
Katy Bowman, a biomechanist and movement educator, explores why we struggle to exercise despite knowing we should. She introduces the concept of 'movement as nutrition' and discusses how to determine your 'movement diet.' Katy highlights practical strategies to integrate movement into daily life, like 'stacking' activities and overcoming barriers to sweating. She emphasizes finding joy in movement and provides insights on addressing screen addiction and embarrassment related to physical activity. Her practical tips make moving more accessible and enjoyable!
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Movement As Nutrition
- Movement acts like a literal nutrient: cells respond to mechanical input just as they respond to food or sunlight.
- Katy Bowman reframes movement as a diversified "movement diet" requiring varied categories, not just isolated exercise.
Movement Versus Exercise
- "Movement" is a large category; exercise is a specific, preplanned subcategory within it.
- Physical activity sits between them and includes daily labor that still improves fitness.
Use Values To Motivate Movement
- Identify your core values to convert abstract health goals into immediate, motivating payoffs.
- Link movement to values (productivity, service, connection) to make it rewarding now.
