The Benefits of Movement
Feeling stressed, anxious, or down? Before reaching for your phone or another cup of coffee, consider this: moving your body could be the mood boost you need. Exercise isn’t just about physical health; it’s a powerful tool for improving mental well-being. From releasing feel-good endorphins to reducing stress hormones, movement can transform how you think and feel. Jessica Reyes sits down with the founder of Chicago Dance Therapy, Erica Hornthal, to discuss the benefits of movement.
How We Move
Hornthal says that how we move impacts our thoughts and thoughts define our movement. Being in a negative feedback loop can feel like going through life on autopilot, while it might not seem like much, the first step is the most important one to break that cycle.
Strengthening Mental Health
Movement, not only for physical health, promotes a healthy mind. As mental issues like anxiety and depression can leave people feeling stuck, movement is a form of expression that can help get out of that rut.
For more information on Erica Hornthal connect with her on Instagram, and check out her website and Chicago Dance Therapy.
