Feel Better, Live More with Dr Rangan Chatterjee The Power of Movement and How to Make It Easy #187
Jun 1, 2021
Daryl Edwards, a movement coach and founder of Primal Play, shares his inspiring transition from a sedentary office worker to advocating for joy in movement. Daniel Lieberman, a Harvard evolutionary biology professor, discusses the science behind our natural need to move. They explore how modern conveniences have led to sedentary lifestyles and emphasize the importance of rethinking movement as fun rather than a chore. The conversation encourages small, enjoyable activities that improve mental and physical health, highlighting the thrill of connecting with nature and community.
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From Sedentary to Active
- Daryl Edwards was a sedentary office worker with health issues like hypertension and pre-diabetes.
- By returning to basic ancestral movements like playing, he reversed these conditions and found joy in movement.
Movement as Engagement
- Kelly McGonigal suggests viewing movement as engaging with life rather than calorie burning.
- Finding joyful activities like walking or dancing promotes long-term engagement and positive experiences.
Walk for Mood Boost
- Try a short walk to improve your mood, even if you don't feel like it.
- Studies show people consistently underestimate how much a walk will boost their feelings.