Losing Weight with ADHD
Are you an ADHDer who is tired of trying everything to lose weight and having no lasting success or actual change? This is the podcast for you where we will talk about the connection between ADHD and weight, and all the things that go into bridging the gap to see weight loss success! Where the cookie cutter programs and guidance just don't seem to work for you - I can relate and I can help to guide you to finding your own way to real change!
You can reach your weight loss goals while living your life the way that makes most sense to you. No more trying to fit a square peg into a round hole! I'm your host Jennifer Watts, and I am a CPA, advanced certified weight loss, nutrition and life coach. I'll be here each week with new episodes for you! Find me on Instagram @jennwatts.adhd.
Losing Weight with ADHD
8. CALM Series (4 of 4): Movement and Mindfulness
- Today I talk about the last component of the CALM method, movement and mindfulness!
- Movement is so important for us and for good reason; it helps us to build and maintain muscle mass as we age. More muscle = more burning energy
- There are so many benefits to incorporating movement into our lives: better sleep, better stress management, balanced cortisol levels!
- Movement also increases the production of dopamine and norepinephrine which makes us feel good and also helps us transition smoothly from one activity to another.
- Having exercise snacks sprinkled throughout the day adds up and counts towards getting movement into your day.
- Mindfulness is paying attention to your thoughts, feelings and your bodily sensations. It's kind of like awareness that we talked about in Episode 6, but it's developing a greater awareness about what's going on in your body.
- Mindfulness helps us develop our inner skills so you can figure out how to observe yourself and train your attention.
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Email: jennifer@jenniferwatts.ca
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