Is exercise like getting your hair cut?

I often wonder if other people get as excited as I do when I get my hair cut appointment reminders from my hair stylist?  It seems silly but it always makes me happy.  I have an amazing, talented hair stylist who always gives me a hair style I love.  But when I think about why I love “Hair Days”,  as I call them, there’s so much more to it.

Like most people, my life seems packed full of stuff….running a business, kids activities, family time, laundry, dinner, etc., etc., etc.  When I take some time to do something for myself it is heavenly!  An entire hour or two of time where I get asked what I want and can sit and chat with one of my favorite people is truly a gift in my life.  I always enjoy my time and walk away feeling refreshed, energized and happy. (And if I’m lucky I can go 2 maybe 3 days where I barely have to do anything to my hair and it looks like I just walked out of the salon!)

When I really sit and think about it I have lots of other moments in my life that give me that happy Hair Day feeling.  Things like vacation time, talking with friends, dates with my husband, hiding out somewhere by myself reading a book, journaling, going for a walk or a run and my Pilates practice.  Yes I included exercise in that list!  I think one of the reasons I love to move so much is that my movement time is my ME time.  Just like after a Hair Day, when I get time to exercise and move I always feel better afterwards.  I have time to focus on myself and do something I enjoy. I get that same refreshed, energized and happy Hair Day feeling that helps me be a better person when I go on to tackle everything else I do in life.

As you may know, I’m pretty passionate about Pilates and movement, but even more than that I’m passionate about helping people find a way to move that makes them happy!  I really believe that movement should be a tool you can use in your life to help you feel better inside and out.  If you’re looking to explore some movement options you might enjoy, myself and the staff at Rivercity Pilates would love to help you discover it!  Contact us today to schedule a complimentary private session or class to get started!