Aaron Alexander is a functional movement coach with over 16 years of professional experience, host of the Align Podcast, and author of The Align Method: 5 Movement Principles for a Stronger Body, Sharper Mind, and Stress-Proof Life.
What you'll learn from this episode:
How to prime yourself for the morning by practicing evening rituals that set the stage for your morning routine.
Why you should have anchor points throughout the day where you check in with your mind and body.
Slouching could be making you depressed—how posture affects our thoughts and feelings.
What is NEAT, and why are micro-movements more powerful than solely focusing all your efforts on one period of intense exercise?
The relationship between your fitness level and your environment and how to optimize your environment with small hacks.
And so much more!
Resources from this episode:
How Your Environment Shapes Your Thoughts | Aaron Alexander | The Genius Life 84
Everyday Tactics for Less Pain and More Purpose | Aaron Alexander | The Genius Life 60
How to Heal Trauma, Fix Back Pain, and Poop Better | Aaron Alexander | The Genius Life 14
Thigmomorphogenesis | Wikipedia
Research on Posture Yields Insight into Treating Depression | SF State News
Non-exercise Activity Thermogenesis (NEAT) | National Library of Medicine
Reduce Your Risk of Falling with Daily Floor Time | Mayo Clinic
7 Reasons to Start Your Day With Lemon Water | Cleveland Clinic
Mouth Taping: Does It Treat Snoring or Sleep Apnea? | Healthline
Why Andrew Huberman Avoids Caffeine for 1.5-2 Hours After Waking | PodClips
10 Health Benefits of Living Caffeine-Free | Healthline
Alcohol and a Good Night’s Sleep Don’t Mix | WebMD
Polyphasic Sleep: Potential Benefits, Risks, If You Should Try It | Healthline
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