There's magic in speed

and slow rides too

If you've been following my journey for a while, you might have noticed two words that have popped up quite a bit recently. They're words many of us tend to overlook because we're so accustomed to being on the go, ticking tasks off our lists, and always striving to achieve more.

Those two words?

Slow. Down.

As you continue your practice, whether it involves pushing, pulling, bending, reaching, or twisting—core movements that shape our routines—remember this: your brain is like a camera, capturing every detail of what you're doing. It craves the whole picture, not just the end goal. Speeding through or moving with usual/habitual patterns can blur those mental snapshots. And we know what happens with blurred images; they can be tough to make sense of.

Ask yourself this:

How is my brain is interpreting this practice?

How can slowing down help me feel more fluid with a smoother flow?

Slowing down in various aspects of life, including daily activities and movement, can have several positive effects on cognitive health, emotional well-being, and overall quality of life, especially as we age.

I think we could all use summa ‘dat!

I'm crafting some progressive movement programs in my laboratory that I'll be sharing down the road. For now, if there's something you'd like to see, speak up, I'd love to hear it.

Thrive On,

Lisa Byrne

★ p.s I do a super short daily post on social media. It’s always related to movement. Each day has a theme. And every post is a self-care reminder. Check it out if you’re on Facebook or Instagram.