Meet our new community partner, Julianna Laird of Rooted Movement!
Meet our new community partner, Julianna Laird of Rooted Movement!
Julianna is a NASM Certified Personal Trainer, Nutrition Coach, & Yoga Teacher who grounds her work in body neutrality. Body neutrality is all about taking a balanced, neutral stance toward your body, both physically and emotionally. The goal of this mindset is to cultivate peace with your body by accepting it fully, limitations and freedoms included. Julianna is the founder of Rooted Movement, a local fitness and wellness organization that currently offers small group or private 1-on-1 training sessions, including right here at Practically Perfect. Read on for a New Year’s message from Julianna.
In the first month or two of the new year, you may get the itch to start a new routine. Maybe you’re feeling inspired by those around you or after checking in with yourself, you’re noticing the need to shift into something new. Here are some tips for those looking to start a movement routine!
✍️ Get clear on WHY you want to move more often
There are many reasons why you may want to start moving on a more regular basis. Maybe it’s improving your physical health, reducing stress levels, or (re)connecting with your strength. These are just a few of the many possible benefits to having a consistent (or even semi-consistent) movement routine. Take out a pen and paper or your Notes app and set a timer for a 5 minute brain dump.
💭 Figure out what types of movement you enjoy
Take the time to try out new forms of exercise! Over the last decade, the fitness & wellness industry has expanded greatly and there are many forms of movement to try out. If you don’t allow yourself to be a beginner, you will never evolve past that stage.
Make a chart of the activities you enjoy doing and the energy levels they require. For example, if you wake up energized you might go for a run, but if you wake up exhausted, opt for a walk or a guided stretch.
This list of activities can reduce the mental load of choosing what to do on the days where even getting out of bed is a struggle. Think of this as a menu to choose from.
⌚Plan ahead – and be REALISTIC!
Carve out 10-60 minutes of your day dedicated to moving your body in some way. It doesn’t have to be the same every day! Release the rigidity mindset and begin opening yourself up to flexibility (in both mind and body).
Is 10 minutes first thing in the morning the only time you have? Great, that’s plenty of time! Decide what will benefit you greatest for that day – stretching? walking? strength building?
Begin to practice having a conversation with your body and working from a place of supporting yourself rather than punishing.
🌙 Get enough REST!
Sleep is one of the most valuable aspects in establishing a consistent routine. This time of rest allows your body and mind to repair and recover.
Thinking clearly is a struggle on little sleep. Moving an exhausted body can feel impossible. If you begin to prioritize rest, you may notice more natural energy popping up throughout the day.
If you do not choose a time to rest, your body will schedule it for you – without warning.
🫂 Discover ways to keep yourself accountable
Encourage yourself to show up when it’s hard and make a plan for when life gets difficult/busy, because it does.
If you struggle to hold yourself accountable, work with a personal trainer to help keep you in a routine and on a plan that aligns with your lifestyle.
Starting a movement routine does not have to be so scary and overwhelming! Allowing yourself to experience ease & simplicity in your movement may open up space in your life for more consistency/less burnout. Let’s get stronger together!
Interested in working with Julianna as your personal or small group trainer?
Small Group Training Sessions
Tuesdays 5-5:45pm / 6:15-7pm
Thursdays 4-4:45pm / 5:30-6:15pm
Private Training Availability
Tuesdays 8:30am-12:30pm
Thursdays 2pm-3:30pm
Fridays 12pm-2pm
Questions? Text them to (609) 445-3811!
Flexible scheduling, affordable pricing, private & small group options available.
Body-neutral approach – meaning the focus is on building strength & maintaining longevity rather than just physical aesthetics.
Have questions? You can reach her via email at: [email protected]
Schedule & pricing available via rootedmovementnj.com
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