Winter walk

Whenever I think of going out during winter in Melbourne, I equip myself with a thick scarf, beanie and jacket. Winter is no excuse to avoid exercise. Whenever people think of the word 'exercise', some cringe as there is some negative association - sweat, breathlessness and sometimes physical pain.

I used to be one of them. But then my perception changed when I realized that like what most people didn't see was the immense benefits we get from a simple walk, a breath of fresh air, being mindful of the surroundings and the time spent in nature reduces stress levels.

The hardest part to get outside is actually the mind. The Mind plays such a huge part in discouraging physical activity. It conjures up all kinds of reasons and excuses for you to not exercise. My tip: Before your Mind gets to you, get your physical body out the door without thinking. That just frees out the "But...& Erm" of exercise.

Happy Monday :)