New Jersey Residents are Urged to Move More in Shorter Bursts Daily for Greater Happiness

Millburn, NJ – Longevity Personal Fitness specialists in 30-minute research-based functional fitness programs for adults in Millburn, NJ (www.longevitypersonalfitnessnj.com), encourages Americans to actively take care of themselves by moving more because their happiness depends on it. Due to numerous research reports regarding health hazards related to a sedentary lifestyle and the fact there is greater stress, tension and controversy in the United States and during cold weather months, a more active lifestyle can assist in alleviating those environmental stresses.

A study released in January 2017 titled, “Happier People Live More Active Lives: Using Smartphones to Link Happiness and Physical Activity” conducted by Cambridge University, found that the frequency with which people physically move throughout the day, even if that movement is not rigorous exercise, is associated with both physical health and happiness. “With so much attention on political challenges in the U.S. and around world, we need to consciously choose to associate ourselves to those things that increase our happiness,” said Michael Romano, Senior Trainer and co-owner of Longevity Personal Fitness who has worked with everyone from athletes to retired individuals. “Besides the positive impact it has on our physical health, physical activity is a straight shot to increasing our mental and emotional wellbeing. We are re-wiring our brains for happiness every time we move with intention.”

The release of endorphins by movement can change your mood, outlook, or sense that too much is wrong, to a mindset of greater possibility or, at the very least some, greater peace of mind.

Try Microbursts of Movement for Greater Happiness

According to Romano, it doesn’t take a lot of time to alter one's state of mind through movement. Microbursts, shorter movement periods that optimize proper posture and body mechanics, and which get back to the basics of developmental movement, are more beneficial than most people realize. Contrary to a current mindset in exercise that more and harder is better, there can be a downside to exercising too hard for too long. It can actually worsen a difficult state of mind.

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To address this need, Longevity Personal Fitness has released a series of videos titled, “Move For Longevity” (https://youtu.be/AB7tvjY1XmA) that offer a single movement per video that people can do on their own. For people who have not been moving at all, it is a safe way to start. For those who already have an exercise practice in place, it offers movements that can be added to a warm-up or cool-down that helps keep the body balanced. For those who prone to injury in their fitness routines, the exercises are a way to help prevent injury. The movements are easy, safe and are based on functional movement patterns. The entire series can be combined for individuals to create a whole 30-minute program.

Romano added, "I often witness clients arriving in a negative state of mind, talking about politics or personal trouble, and by the end of our 30 minutes fitness session, I can see that they are standing taller and breathing more fully. Their defenses come down and are visibly more relaxed. I hear it in how they express gratitude for the session and relief for having come in. The change can be seen all over their face and in their posture. It is palpable."

For more information about functional fitness, movement productivity training for corporations, visit http://www.longevitypersonalfitnessnj.com or call 973-379-5651.

About Longevity Personal Fitness
With nearly 25 years of personal fitness experience, Longevity Personal Fitness of Millburn, NJ (www.longevitypersonalfitnessnj.com) is committed to helping the community maintain their health and wellness through every stage of life. Our trainers are highly experienced in working with all fitness levels and create individualized plans for each client based on their needs and goals. The sessions are thoughtfully planned and specific in their purpose.