Joy Run #18: Mindfulness 🧠

Our brains are flat out, processing up to 60,000 thoughts per day. If only there were a way to unplug and unwind…

This week’s theme is about using your time on the move for mindfulness.

Runs can be a great way to untether your mind from busyness. The rhythmic nature of running and the sights and sounds of the great outdoors can be incredibly soothing on the soul.

So, this week we’re trying something a little different and tapping into the feeling of running…

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This Week’s Theme: Mindfulness 🧠

Mindful running is about being mentally connected to your movement. Instead of letting your mind fixate on external pressures or distractions, you tune into your breathing and surroundings.

Mindful running has loads of benefits. It can be a pathway to better mind-body connection, lead to a greater appreciation for the world around you, and even better physical performance. With practice, it can elevate every run and set the tone for the rest of your week.

Tips for mindful running:

• be present: tune into your breath, the sound of your feet hitting the floor, the scenery around you

• use your senses and emotions: notice what you can see, hear, smell, and feel

• remove obstacles: leave your headphones and heart rate monitor behind

• focus on your form: improve your technique with fewer distractions

• bring yourself back: if you drift into the past or future, let those thoughts drift away without judgement and gently bring yourself back to now

• go slow: embrace a comfortable pace to experience more

• consider a guided meditation: the Calm app can be a good way to kickstart your running meditation journey

• run in nature: running near water or running near trees are both therapeutic

• journal after your run: take a snap on your route and reflect on how the run felt mentally, physically, spiritually, and emotionally

As always, don’t forget to tag Joy Runs on Instagram or TikTok with your efforts.

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Here’s How It Works

• A new theme is revealed every Monday

• You have all week to run it

• Share a pic and reflections on Instagram or TikTok, tagging in Joy Runs

• Grow in the company of other runners

Stuart 

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