Source: Weather or Not?

My clients are starting to express their excitement for the spring weather so that they can get outside and back into; walking, running, biking, or whatever outside movement it may be.  I worry about this thought process for a couple of reasons.

First and SO important, is the need for us to be adaptable for the human experience!  I feel that getting out and sticking with the movement that your body needs and loves through all the seasons and weather shifts is what keeps us connected to Nature (I will refer to Nature as “Her” or “She” throughout this paragraph…this life.)  As She moves and grooves and shifts and changes, we can move and shift right along with Her.  She is a force that translates within ourselves!  We cannot hide from Nature, we need to dance with Her.  It keeps us grounded and connected which is so important in this life as we; raise our children, work our jobs, connect with others in any way.  Its our hearts and minds!  If we can be adaptable to the weather, then we can adapt within our human experience thus becoming truer to ourselves and the people around us.  Then, of course, saving the world!

Secondly, Kansas weather is so unpredictable!  There are so many beautiful days in the winter time for instance, so quiet and peaceful.   Still and calm.  This is an opportunity to take it slow and thoughtful as you move outside.  And of course those exciting 50+ degree days where you shoot out of the house and your mile time drops a minute or two because your muscles are ready and warm.  And then the opposite; blazing Kansas heat!  This can be an opportunity to get outside at dawn or dusk and catch light as it hits the day or chase it away in the evening.  And how great to sweat!  What a special time of year when we can detoxify as that humidity hits us in the face.  Cleanse and refresh!  The ‘perfect’ outside play weather never really exists if that is what you are waiting for.  We have to be adaptable with the Seasons.  And GEAR!  Gear can get us through ALL the weather!

Always check the weather, the night before, set out the appropriate gear before bed and drag yourself outside.  The fulfillment will come!  Short and sweet or long and meditative, go!!