I always do Yoga With Adriene's 30 day challenge to start the year, I always find it helps to get me back into exercise in a gentle and kind fashion, and it build strengths in a safe way to protect against injury.
My mom passed away last November at 57, and my father in law just had a heart scare at 63. All of it really put life in perspective for me. I’m only 23 and I want to experience a lot of life. I have to quit hating myself into losing weight and start loving myself into taking care of myself with both food and movement. With that being said, I know I need to be gentle with myself. Lastly, I just want to say thank you for being so vulnerable with us. ❤
@@effacalorie Thank you, it has truly been one of the most painful experiences I have ever had and I would wish it upon no one. I'm really sorry for your loss.
You have inspired me! I know unsolicited advice is the worst but, just remember that motivation waxes and wanes but discipline is what will get you to your goals. Action is what creates motivation and good feelings, you won’t always feel motivated. And I find the gym to be an inspiring atmosphere, full of people working for their goals.
Thank you for your words 😊. I as I'm sure a lot of people put soo much pressure on motivation thank you for reminding us about discipline. Peace and joy 🌻💕
THIS!!!! EXACTLY THIS!!! Discipline > motivation has been my driving force this year and truly what has made the difference for me! I talk about this more in my 30 days of exercise video coming out next week. Such a game changer!
I decided that this year us THE YEAR! I'm 55 and have had MS for almost 20 years as well as Grave's disease. Although my weight is fine and I have no disability, I noticed that my muscles were definitely weak. I blamed it on my illnesses and decided to go to Physical Therapy over the summer. Well, THAT was quite an awakening!! Turns I was just sitting around too much! 😂 After PT, I joined a gym and started slow. I now go 3 times per week, and I'm getting stronger by the day. Even if I happen to miss a day here or there, or don't do as much as I want to, I still give myself a pat on the back for doing SOMETHING. After all, doing SOMETHING is way better than doing nothing!!❤
I’m SO excited to see you get into weightlifting! I also have been following so many strength training baddies and definitely pull motivation from them. Love to see your progress throughout the years and how you keep it so real ❤
I have followed you for years, and I feel like your videos always pop up when I need them most. I am going on 23 and in my post college as a first generation student in her figuring things out stage. With this, I’m also the highest weight I’ve ever been (due to stress and just accumulating to adulthood), so thank you for this I needed the body confidence/saying to move for fun versus cause I feel like I have too. I’ve been finding I can’t fit my clothes and well I took it to heart for awhile there. Thank you for being you! Love you and your community so much!🩷
I think a lot of us were in a dark night of the soul since 2020. Half-way through 2023, I started to let myself want and hope for things again, without fear of disappointment. At the end of 2023, I made roadmaps for 2024 for all the skills and hobbies I want to make progress in. So far, I've gotten more done in one month than I did from 2020-2022. It's encouraging to see so many people rise up from their dark nights as well!
I injured my foot in early january and started doing peloton pilates classes. It's a very gentle and low impact workout that I had previously avoided becasue it seemed very appearance/physique-based. I really love how strong I feel. Now that i'm healed i'm back into weightlifting and keeping pilates in the rotation to keep it fresh. Love seeing your journey, Carrie!
Last year I met my boyfriend, he has a spinal cord injury and is paralyzed from a sports accident. He was a professional athlete, and in the blink of an eye, everything changed. He has to WORK for every little movement and it has made me appreciate being in an able body and enjoying movement so much. Sometimes, it's all about perspective.
Thank you for the much needed inspiration. I haven’t prioritized myself for a very long time. Mentally, physically and emotionally I know that it will make all aspects of my life better. ❤
Weightlifting is absolutely amazing and completely changed my life. The increase in confidence and mood improvement is INSANE! I will say weightlifting in the gym took some time to get used to and I was definitely really insecure when I started, but just remember no one deserves to be there and use the equipment any more than you do. But now I love it and I’m always so proud of myself when I’m able to increase the weight.
Love this! I’ve started reading my kindle while walking on the treadmill and end up at 3 miles in an hour! Sometimes a little less but I’m along for the ride as well! I feel like this year does feel different and I’m totally ready to give my body the respect it deserves! Proud of you!
SO excited for you❤ love everything you said, also LIFTING WEIGHTS IS AMAZING highly recommended you feel like a boss babe and it’s empowering, it’s amazing to feel strong and to feel your best and that’s truly the most important thing about exercise, proud of you girl
As someone who's an educator... it is amazing to me that they MADE us run a mile in ms/hs.... how do teachers think that this is mentally a positive experience when it comes to exercise? For almost a decade I thought exercise was only for fit people... turns out it's for everyone! And it looks so different for everyone
happy for you carrie!! so happy that your starting your fitness journey again ♥️ i started my journey last year and couldn't have been happier!!! lost 14 kgs, I'm a lot healthier and stronger! still got a long way to go but happy with my journey so far ♥️ i didn't know about joyful movement till I heard it in one of your videos and I try to incorporate that everyday in my daily routine!
My motivation for this year is "strong body, strong mind". I've started strong and been so motivated since the beginning of the year. But I'm kinda scared of losing that momentum... Please keep us posted about your joyful movements!! You're such an inspiration and motivation to me, Carrie
I have been on a fitness journey for like 3-4 months now and I’ve got to say you reminded me why I’m doing it at the end of the day! It’s mentally challenging to do if you have ever struggled with a relationship to exercise or body image, but I’m doing it to dedicate some time and energy to myself. Thank you for the reminder ❤
I started weightlifting last year and the relationship I’ve created with my body is insane (in the best way). I struggled with an ED and body dysmorphia my whole life, but weightlifting has removed the aesthetic of my body for me. Now, I set goals like “I’d like to lift x amount of weight” and then when I do, I feel like such a badass bc I’m like damn, I can pick myself up!!! How cool is that!!! Basically, it shifted my mind from what my body looks like to what my body can DO, and it’s helped me feel like such a badass now. It’s been so good.
Watching this while using my walking pad for the first time! I am trying to ease myself into movement to help with my fibromyalgia, which is always a double-edged sword because it’s hard to move while you’re in pain, but the movement is what helps the pain. One step at a time!
@@CarrieDayton thank you angel, proud of you too! I like it. It’s definitely a good alternative when Chicago winters are Chicago winter-ing lol. Definitely just for walking though, which is fine because I’m pretty sure my running days are over. 😅
I would love to see like quarterly or 6-month updates on where you’re at! Like what’s changed, what’s been consistent, things you’ve added or removed, etc. I’m also on a fitness journey that feels different this year so I’d love to “compare notes” and get ideas and stuff throughout the year! 😊
Carrie, have you tried just integrating your movement with daily tasks? I know it can be harder in the US, but I try to e.g. bike to locations when it’s no more than 25 min, that way you get a free workout and it has a purpose 😊
So relatable. Every year I feel like something happens that keeps me away from exercise and then I have to start over from the beginning again. I was sick so so many times last year and sprained an ankle.
Co-Pilot has been such a game changer for me too! My favorite part is that you can turn off any mention of calories as well, which is triggering for me. I've been doing 3 sessions a week since November and feeling so much stronger and proud of myself while also not doing any sort of measurements at all. Can't recommend it enough!!
I didn't know about joyful movement until this video and would love to learn more about it! It was inspiring and motivating to hear your story, thanks for sharing!
Showing up for yourself is such a great way to frame it. As a SAHM it is sooo hard to find time to get in a workout. But I do deserve it and need to show up for myself in that way when I spend all day giving myself to others.
yessss I love this!! 🧡 I finished 30 days of Yoga With Adriene in January and am now determined to keep up the daily exercise by myself, even if it's just a quick stretch. I recognize some of your ND struggles (autism brain here) and it can be frustrating but I'm trying my best to stay kind to myself. so far so good 😄
Thank you carrie listening your vidoe talking about joyfull movement really motivated me last year, and now I'm in the best shape of my life mentally and phisically ❤ I really explored with all the variety that i could ending today with rock climbing. Enjoy the progress and be gentle with your mind and your body😊
Carrie! So excited for you beginning this journey ❤️❤️ I feel like I started at an actual deficit. I have old running injuries in my knees, and couldn't walk or stand for more than a few minutes at a time. I began with pilates and yoga, then moved into Barre & strength training with weights. Now I can hike OVER 6 MILES at a time! I live in a gorgeous area in the Northeast where the hiking is just too beautiful, and is a huge part of my spirituality. Honestly, I had convinced myself that I just "couldn't" exercise. I spent years on the couch throwing pity party after pity party for myself. Now I feel like a strong warrior woman with full command over my body. For what it's worth, I think you're building a wonderful foundation and going about this in all the right ways. You have your "why" solidly in your head and a great perspective on things. Also, such a good idea to build some muscle and endurance at home first with no pressure. It will also help so much when you move into weight training, (which btw is like the most fun a girl can have IMO). I cannot emphasize enough the importance of stretching dynamically before the workout, and static stretching after. Especially with all the different types of workouts you're doing. It's a real necessity for longevity. Your body will start to quit on you and make you feel like you can't workout if you don't stretch properly over time. I learned a couple of yoga routines that work really well for me for before and after workouts. I also like to stretch a little more before bed, especially if my body is feeling tense. Better sleep will follow! Major congrats on starting this journey of self-love! So happy for you!! ❤️❤️
You inspired me to do a full month of moving every day in January and it really helped to kick off the year and re-establish my routines. I varied my workouts too and it definitely prevented me from getting too burnt out on any one activity. I found using yoga as an "active recovery " helped so much when i really didn't feel like working out and also felt great.
Thank you for this video Carrie! This year I have also been super motivated to improve my fitness.. but I’m making it about myself this time❤ I haven’t talked to anyone in my life about it besides my bf who I live with and it feels great to be doing it for me and not broadcasting it to the world.
I feel this! I just started strength training and now I want to get into weightlifting. It’s empowering, functional to our inevitably aging bodies, THE MOOD BOOST is where it’s at for me. Here’s to trying to be consistent this year and all of the following years 🎉
Casey Langston has an amazing, body positive friendly, program called "liftoff: from couch to barbell" that has actually made me lift big weights and work out three times a week consistently for the first time in my life. She was also interviewed on "the financial confessions" podcast. Highly recommend!
Get girl! I love this for you! Moving your body to make you feel better is so amazing I’m here for it!! I e been getting back into running and weight lifting post having babies the last few months and it’s been amazing! Also getting strong and weight lifting so empowering if you choose to continue in that direction just know it’s an amazing feeling!
OMG I love this, Im in the same path after 2 years of therapy im finally in a place where i can see food differently and that changed how I see my body and exercise.
Another 30s gal with ADHD here! I have really bad proprioception (sense of my body in space) and struggled for so so long to go out and just move. I have found that I need to book classes with a financial penalty for missing it to get moving as much as I want to. So, I joined a pilates studio! And being in that smaller studio space with a teacher that knows me and expects me to turn up has made a hugeeeeee difference! Now I can't deal with life without it. It helps my brain settle into the day and helps me connect with my body which I struggle with. I am like a little buzzing bee now if I don't start my day with a class or weights session. Though, big tip is to have your adhd meds at the bedside and on a little dish ready to swallow when you wake up, with a bottle you dont have to sit up to drink from. Means opening the pill bottle, getting the right amount, pouring water, etc, won't stop you in the morning and gets the meds in your body for the day. Been there, struggle with that. Good luck! 💃
I have had a morning routine for years now. I ride the stationary bike 4 days a week fir 30 minutes. I walk every day. Take the stairs instead of the elevator. Take lots of vitamins
I’m so proud of you ❤ especially in regards with your new outlook on fitness and joyful movement. In 2022, I went through a rough break up and really leaned into fitness and its really had such an impact on my life. I have completely shifted my views on it too and now see it as working towards a stronger future. I want to be able to carry my groceries when I’m older and focus on functional movement and at the end of the day be stronger! Also it’s so motivating lifting weight, I always feel like such a bad ass when I do! So excited to see your journey and I am wishing you nothing but the best!
I started doing strength training a couple years ago (via emkfit, who you tried doing Dance HIITs from in a previous video!) and I really enjoy it. I work out from home with hand weights, I just bought heavier ones as I needed them. It was so cool to watch myself progress to using heavier weights and having better form and then to see that translate to my daily life like having an easier time hauling my cats into the car or moving furniture. My best friend has asthma, and I got her into it as well because it's something where you can go at your own pace and really listen to your body. She always struggled with High Intensity/Cardio stuff when we would try those kinds of classes together, so it was wonderful to see her thrive in a workout and marvel at what she could do.
I also get headaches when I push myself too hard. If I'm expecting a strenuous workout day, I can usually mitigate it by taking an ibuprofen like 30 minutes before starting.
Hi Carrie! I’ve had an iffy relationship with both movement and food, and I recently got a PCOS diagnosis at the end of last year. This year, I started to not only move my body more, but also eat foods that nourish both my body and mind. I’m not doing any kind of restrictions or anything like that, but just trying to make myself feel better and getting some energy since that’s something that I haven’t had in awhile. Although the diagnosis is new to me and still confusing, just like you I’m starting things off a bit slower and also doing more things with thinking about myself as a whole, not with a certain image or end goal in mind.
Yay! I’m on my joyful movement journey as well. I did 30 days of yoga in January and now I’m doing Pilates for February. Strength is my goal as well! And I’ve literally always done hot girl walks (love that term) since I live next to a really nice park, so those will be continuing as well. 😊
Carrie- I LOVE this!! I appreciate your approach to this- it’s an act of self care :) I deleted tiktok and tomorrow I’m also going to try to workout before work. Thanks for being you!! :)
I was always an athletic person, and even I fell out of it for the last year. The longest I've ever gone without working out! I had a bad episode of depression and moved from my hometown... a lot of bad stuff happened and it just made me super depressed and unmotivated. It happens.
Loved this! Getting strong is on my 2024 bingo card. I want to be able to do the everyday tasks without huffing and puffing (like taking the groceries from car up the stairs to the kitchen). Looking forward to seeing where we're all at ! ❤
I have been influenced lol just got the oura ring and am starting my fitness journey/ joyful movement and am so excited and wishing you the best luck on yours
One day last fall I went to bed feeling depressed and down on myself. I woke up at 3am and signed up for a gym. I bought a program for gym newbies (Natacha oceane) and started going 4 times a week and never looked back! Now I have been going for a year and a half and am obsessed with growing my muscles and feeling as strong and badass as possible. I adore Jeff Nippard’s programs for science backed programming that works!
I have been diagnosed in my 30's with ADHD and yoga is truly my jam. If you are interested, you should look into all the benefits yoga has for the ADHD brain. It is awesome and such a dopamine kick.
I'm trying to get into being active alot more this year. My partners both got me into weight training, and I've been pretty consistent with that, but I also wanna get into running again and playing sports. (I played basketball and did track in HS). During the summer my husband and his buddies will play football and I wanna get into that as well.
Have you considered physical theatre? It's such a lovely way to express yourself tell a story and exercise at the same time - you dance too but to more story appropriate dances like the dance in barbie? I think it is really good for the creative mind and body 😊
I typically do yoga once a week, but last week I went to a dance fitness class instead and I had SO MUCH FUN it might have changed my life lol… I’m going to try to do it ever single week and I’ve even convinced some coworkers to come with me!
I really found that what helps me is finding and exercise that you like. Like for me I hate cardio but love lifting weights. Im no muscle mommy by any means lol I only go 3 days a week right now. I just wanna be strong as well! I do like Hiit workouts as well but my knees can’t take it. Also I highly recommend a gym buddy. I don’t think I’d go if it weren’t for my friend 😂 that’s something I need to work on though. I have social anxiety 🙃
You inspired me!! I have been moving my body a lot more now. Starting from going to pilates once a week to now going for pilates 3-4 times a week and boxing/spin classes for the days I don’t do pilates
I started by dragging my boyfriend or a friend to A LOT of physical beginner friendly pilates classes. Going with people I am comfortable with and giggling throughout the classes together with them and my instructors gave me strength to keep on going🥺
Hey! On the topic of headaches post workout, I used to get that too and (for me) it was what I was eating before working out! Maybe play around with what you have! For me I used to do fruit and like cereal situation, but apparently ya girl needed PROTEIN before lol so I have some eggs for a granola situation
💪💪💪Unsolicited recommendation: Les Mills workouts are great if you get to a gym that has them. Bodypump (weights), bodycombat (punching, kicking and feeling strong and fierce) and Les mills Dance (dance workouts that are a little more intense than Zumba and the like..)
Loved lifting weights, goodlife lesmills classes have a class called body pump and its weight lifting to music! It's fun, challenging and you can see the progress you're making in reps completed each class you complete. I don't think I could just walk into the gym and pick up some weights 😰
omg i started with copilot a month or so ago and LOVED it!! shoutout to Alexandra for being the goat!!!! after the free trial it ended up being too costly for me personally but when i’ve saved up some money at this new job (while being a full time student) i’ll reward myself with going back to it!!!
Virtual little sis, have you ever thought about doing one of those 28-day pilates wall exercise programs? I'm so interested. I'd like to follow along with you doing that. Also, where do you get all your prescription glasses? So cute! Beth xoxo
I always do Yoga With Adriene's 30 day challenge to start the year, I always find it helps to get me back into exercise in a gentle and kind fashion, and it build strengths in a safe way to protect against injury.
Love Adriene! She even had chair yoga, sick yoga, etc. She truly makes movement accessible. 💜
she's my fav!
My mom passed away last November at 57, and my father in law just had a heart scare at 63. All of it really put life in perspective for me. I’m only 23 and I want to experience a lot of life. I have to quit hating myself into losing weight and start loving myself into taking care of myself with both food and movement. With that being said, I know I need to be gentle with myself. Lastly, I just want to say thank you for being so vulnerable with us. ❤
I'm so sorry about your mom. ❤ I lost mine last October as well. No one should have to go through this so young
@@effacalorie Thank you, it has truly been one of the most painful experiences I have ever had and I would wish it upon no one. I'm really sorry for your loss.
You have inspired me! I know unsolicited advice is the worst but, just remember that motivation waxes and wanes but discipline is what will get you to your goals. Action is what creates motivation and good feelings, you won’t always feel motivated. And I find the gym to be an inspiring atmosphere, full of people working for their goals.
Thank you for your words 😊. I as I'm sure a lot of people put soo much pressure on motivation thank you for reminding us about discipline. Peace and joy 🌻💕
Judgmental advice is the worst. Yours seems the good kind - genuine and empathetic 🤗
I agree! Motivation is hard to come by
Discipline is what I’m personally working on
Thanks for this!!
THIS!!!! EXACTLY THIS!!! Discipline > motivation has been my driving force this year and truly what has made the difference for me! I talk about this more in my 30 days of exercise video coming out next week. Such a game changer!
I decided that this year us THE YEAR!
I'm 55 and have had MS for almost 20 years as well as Grave's disease. Although my weight is fine and I have no disability, I noticed that my muscles were definitely weak.
I blamed it on my illnesses and decided to go to Physical Therapy over the summer. Well, THAT was quite an awakening!! Turns I was just sitting around too much! 😂
After PT, I joined a gym and started slow. I now go 3 times per week, and I'm getting stronger by the day.
Even if I happen to miss a day here or there, or don't do as much as I want to, I still give myself a pat on the back for doing SOMETHING.
After all, doing SOMETHING is way better than doing nothing!!❤
love that for you!! 💪🏻♥️
My mom has MS, it's a tough disease! I'm glad your doing this for yourself!
@@KassiThackerThank you so much! I hope your mom is doing well! ❤
I also have MS, and some days all you want to do is sit around!! Proud of you for getting after it.
I’m SO excited to see you get into weightlifting! I also have been following so many strength training baddies and definitely pull motivation from them. Love to see your progress throughout the years and how you keep it so real ❤
Thank you SO much 🥹❤️
oh my god me too!!! Carrie is already such a bad ass in my mind and to see her feel so strong? f yeah!!!
I have followed you for years, and I feel like your videos always pop up when I need them most. I am going on 23 and in my post college as a first generation student in her figuring things out stage. With this, I’m also the highest weight I’ve ever been (due to stress and just accumulating to adulthood), so thank you for this I needed the body confidence/saying to move for fun versus cause I feel like I have too. I’ve been finding I can’t fit my clothes and well I took it to heart for awhile there. Thank you for being you! Love you and your community so much!🩷
I think a lot of us were in a dark night of the soul since 2020. Half-way through 2023, I started to let myself want and hope for things again, without fear of disappointment. At the end of 2023, I made roadmaps for 2024 for all the skills and hobbies I want to make progress in. So far, I've gotten more done in one month than I did from 2020-2022. It's encouraging to see so many people rise up from their dark nights as well!
I injured my foot in early january and started doing peloton pilates classes. It's a very gentle and low impact workout that I had previously avoided becasue it seemed very appearance/physique-based. I really love how strong I feel. Now that i'm healed i'm back into weightlifting and keeping pilates in the rotation to keep it fresh. Love seeing your journey, Carrie!
Last year I met my boyfriend, he has a spinal cord injury and is paralyzed from a sports accident. He was a professional athlete, and in the blink of an eye, everything changed. He has to WORK for every little movement and it has made me appreciate being in an able body and enjoying movement so much. Sometimes, it's all about perspective.
Couldn’t agree more!!! 🫶
Thank you for the much needed inspiration. I haven’t prioritized myself for a very long time. Mentally, physically and emotionally I know that it will make all aspects of my life better. ❤
Weightlifting is absolutely amazing and completely changed my life. The increase in confidence and mood improvement is INSANE! I will say weightlifting in the gym took some time to get used to and I was definitely really insecure when I started, but just remember no one deserves to be there and use the equipment any more than you do. But now I love it and I’m always so proud of myself when I’m able to increase the weight.
Love this! I’ve started reading my kindle while walking on the treadmill and end up at 3 miles in an hour! Sometimes a little less but I’m along for the ride as well! I feel like this year does feel different and I’m totally ready to give my body the respect it deserves! Proud of you!
I’m also getting back into my joyful movement. I’m just trying to thank my body and do something nice for it 😊
I LOVE THIS 💞
SO excited for you❤ love everything you said, also LIFTING WEIGHTS IS AMAZING highly recommended you feel like a boss babe and it’s empowering, it’s amazing to feel strong and to feel your best and that’s truly the most important thing about exercise, proud of you girl
As someone who's an educator... it is amazing to me that they MADE us run a mile in ms/hs.... how do teachers think that this is mentally a positive experience when it comes to exercise? For almost a decade I thought exercise was only for fit people... turns out it's for everyone! And it looks so different for everyone
happy for you carrie!! so happy that your starting your fitness journey again ♥️ i started my journey last year and couldn't have been happier!!! lost 14 kgs, I'm a lot healthier and stronger! still got a long way to go but happy with my journey so far ♥️ i didn't know about joyful movement till I heard it in one of your videos and I try to incorporate that everyday in my daily routine!
My motivation for this year is "strong body, strong mind". I've started strong and been so motivated since the beginning of the year. But I'm kinda scared of losing that momentum... Please keep us posted about your joyful movements!! You're such an inspiration and motivation to me, Carrie
I have been on a fitness journey for like 3-4 months now and I’ve got to say you reminded me why I’m doing it at the end of the day! It’s mentally challenging to do if you have ever struggled with a relationship to exercise or body image, but I’m doing it to dedicate some time and energy to myself. Thank you for the reminder ❤
I was looking forward to this video, I always find your joyful movement videos so uplifting ❤
@Carrie I'm curious how the Oura ring has been working for you and if it made a big difference compared to a smart/fitness watch
I just found a couple shorter workout videos, and am hopeful to do one today. Thanks for the inspiration!
I started weightlifting last year and the relationship I’ve created with my body is insane (in the best way). I struggled with an ED and body dysmorphia my whole life, but weightlifting has removed the aesthetic of my body for me. Now, I set goals like “I’d like to lift x amount of weight” and then when I do, I feel like such a badass bc I’m like damn, I can pick myself up!!! How cool is that!!!
Basically, it shifted my mind from what my body looks like to what my body can DO, and it’s helped me feel like such a badass now. It’s been so good.
Watching this while using my walking pad for the first time! I am trying to ease myself into movement to help with my fibromyalgia, which is always a double-edged sword because it’s hard to move while you’re in pain, but the movement is what helps the pain. One step at a time!
Fibro is a bitch 😅. Weight training as helped so much but if I slightly overtrain, it's so horrible
YOU GOT THIS BB 🫶✨ I’m so proud of you already!!! How was the walking pad? I’ve been so interested in trying one!
@@CarrieDayton thank you angel, proud of you too! I like it. It’s definitely a good alternative when Chicago winters are Chicago winter-ing lol. Definitely just for walking though, which is fine because I’m pretty sure my running days are over. 😅
I would love to see like quarterly or 6-month updates on where you’re at! Like what’s changed, what’s been consistent, things you’ve added or removed, etc. I’m also on a fitness journey that feels different this year so I’d love to “compare notes” and get ideas and stuff throughout the year! 😊
Thank you. Doing my joyful movement right now!!!!
Carrie, have you tried just integrating your movement with daily tasks? I know it can be harder in the US, but I try to e.g. bike to locations when it’s no more than 25 min, that way you get a free workout and it has a purpose 😊
I loooove walking places when I can, and I loved riding my bike as a kid so I should totally keep an eye out for one at the thrift! 💞🫶
So relatable. Every year I feel like something happens that keeps me away from exercise and then I have to start over from the beginning again. I was sick so so many times last year and sprained an ankle.
Co-Pilot has been such a game changer for me too! My favorite part is that you can turn off any mention of calories as well, which is triggering for me. I've been doing 3 sessions a week since November and feeling so much stronger and proud of myself while also not doing any sort of measurements at all. Can't recommend it enough!!
I didn't know about joyful movement until this video and would love to learn more about it! It was inspiring and motivating to hear your story, thanks for sharing!
THANK YOU for addressing how ADHD has impacted your exercise journey. My ADHD really gets me every time.
Showing up for yourself is such a great way to frame it. As a SAHM it is sooo hard to find time to get in a workout. But I do deserve it and need to show up for myself in that way when I spend all day giving myself to others.
yessss I love this!! 🧡 I finished 30 days of Yoga With Adriene in January and am now determined to keep up the daily exercise by myself, even if it's just a quick stretch. I recognize some of your ND struggles (autism brain here) and it can be frustrating but I'm trying my best to stay kind to myself. so far so good 😄
Omg I did the Yoga with Adrienne challenge in January as well!
Thank you carrie listening your vidoe talking about joyfull movement really motivated me last year, and now I'm in the best shape of my life mentally and phisically ❤ I really explored with all the variety that i could ending today with rock climbing. Enjoy the progress and be gentle with your mind and your body😊
Carrie! So excited for you beginning this journey ❤️❤️ I feel like I started at an actual deficit. I have old running injuries in my knees, and couldn't walk or stand for more than a few minutes at a time. I began with pilates and yoga, then moved into Barre & strength training with weights. Now I can hike OVER 6 MILES at a time! I live in a gorgeous area in the Northeast where the hiking is just too beautiful, and is a huge part of my spirituality. Honestly, I had convinced myself that I just "couldn't" exercise. I spent years on the couch throwing pity party after pity party for myself. Now I feel like a strong warrior woman with full command over my body.
For what it's worth, I think you're building a wonderful foundation and going about this in all the right ways. You have your "why" solidly in your head and a great perspective on things. Also, such a good idea to build some muscle and endurance at home first with no pressure. It will also help so much when you move into weight training, (which btw is like the most fun a girl can have IMO). I cannot emphasize enough the importance of stretching dynamically before the workout, and static stretching after. Especially with all the different types of workouts you're doing. It's a real necessity for longevity. Your body will start to quit on you and make you feel like you can't workout if you don't stretch properly over time. I learned a couple of yoga routines that work really well for me for before and after workouts. I also like to stretch a little more before bed, especially if my body is feeling tense. Better sleep will follow!
Major congrats on starting this journey of self-love! So happy for you!! ❤️❤️
You inspired me to do a full month of moving every day in January and it really helped to kick off the year and re-establish my routines. I varied my workouts too and it definitely prevented me from getting too burnt out on any one activity. I found using yoga as an "active recovery " helped so much when i really didn't feel like working out and also felt great.
U GO BB ✨💞🫶 I’m so proud of you!!!
Thank you for this video Carrie! This year I have also been super motivated to improve my fitness.. but I’m making it about myself this time❤ I haven’t talked to anyone in my life about it besides my bf who I live with and it feels great to be doing it for me and not broadcasting it to the world.
I feel this! I just started strength training and now I want to get into weightlifting. It’s empowering, functional to our inevitably aging bodies, THE MOOD BOOST is where it’s at for me. Here’s to trying to be consistent this year and all of the following years 🎉
Casey Langston has an amazing, body positive friendly, program called "liftoff: from couch to barbell" that has actually made me lift big weights and work out three times a week consistently for the first time in my life. She was also interviewed on "the financial confessions" podcast. Highly recommend!
You just leveled up you big sis chats and I’m so here for it ❤️🥰❤️
Get girl! I love this for you! Moving your body to make you feel better is so amazing I’m here for it!! I e been getting back into running and weight lifting post having babies the last few months and it’s been amazing! Also getting strong and weight lifting so empowering if you choose to continue in that direction just know it’s an amazing feeling!
OMG I love this, Im in the same path after 2 years of therapy im finally in a place where i can see food differently and that changed how I see my body and exercise.
Another 30s gal with ADHD here! I have really bad proprioception (sense of my body in space) and struggled for so so long to go out and just move. I have found that I need to book classes with a financial penalty for missing it to get moving as much as I want to. So, I joined a pilates studio! And being in that smaller studio space with a teacher that knows me and expects me to turn up has made a hugeeeeee difference! Now I can't deal with life without it. It helps my brain settle into the day and helps me connect with my body which I struggle with. I am like a little buzzing bee now if I don't start my day with a class or weights session. Though, big tip is to have your adhd meds at the bedside and on a little dish ready to swallow when you wake up, with a bottle you dont have to sit up to drink from. Means opening the pill bottle, getting the right amount, pouring water, etc, won't stop you in the morning and gets the meds in your body for the day. Been there, struggle with that. Good luck! 💃
I have had a morning routine for years now. I ride the stationary bike 4 days a week fir 30 minutes. I walk every day. Take the stairs instead of the elevator. Take lots of vitamins
I’m so proud of you ❤ especially in regards with your new outlook on fitness and joyful movement. In 2022, I went through a rough break up and really leaned into fitness and its really had such an impact on my life. I have completely shifted my views on it too and now see it as working towards a stronger future. I want to be able to carry my groceries when I’m older and focus on functional movement and at the end of the day be stronger! Also it’s so motivating lifting weight, I always feel like such a bad ass when I do! So excited to see your journey and I am wishing you nothing but the best!
LOVE THIS. And thank you so much!!! 🫶
You’re doing great!!! ❤🎉 I’m in this with you!!
Your joy is so evident! So happy for you!
I’m excited for this. I hope you do a deep dive into your oura ring and how that fits in with this all. ❤
I started doing strength training a couple years ago (via emkfit, who you tried doing Dance HIITs from in a previous video!) and I really enjoy it. I work out from home with hand weights, I just bought heavier ones as I needed them. It was so cool to watch myself progress to using heavier weights and having better form and then to see that translate to my daily life like having an easier time hauling my cats into the car or moving furniture. My best friend has asthma, and I got her into it as well because it's something where you can go at your own pace and really listen to your body. She always struggled with High Intensity/Cardio stuff when we would try those kinds of classes together, so it was wonderful to see her thrive in a workout and marvel at what she could do.
So proud of you and happy for you!!!! ❤️❤️❤️
I also get headaches when I push myself too hard. If I'm expecting a strenuous workout day, I can usually mitigate it by taking an ibuprofen like 30 minutes before starting.
I started orange theory. I love it!
Hi Carrie! I’ve had an iffy relationship with both movement and food, and I recently got a PCOS diagnosis at the end of last year. This year, I started to not only move my body more, but also eat foods that nourish both my body and mind. I’m not doing any kind of restrictions or anything like that, but just trying to make myself feel better and getting some energy since that’s something that I haven’t had in awhile. Although the diagnosis is new to me and still confusing, just like you I’m starting things off a bit slower and also doing more things with thinking about myself as a whole, not with a certain image or end goal in mind.
❤ thank you for being a wonderful role model for the younger generation. I’m proud of you and hope you’re doing okay 🩷
Yay! I’m on my joyful movement journey as well. I did 30 days of yoga in January and now I’m doing Pilates for February. Strength is my goal as well! And I’ve literally always done hot girl walks (love that term) since I live next to a really nice park, so those will be continuing as well. 😊
You are so inspiring ❤ you’re right, you deserve it!! We all deserve to show up for ourselves every single day ❤
Carrie- I LOVE this!! I appreciate your approach to this- it’s an act of self care :) I deleted tiktok and tomorrow I’m also going to try to workout before work. Thanks for being you!! :)
This was so inspiring!
I was always an athletic person, and even I fell out of it for the last year. The longest I've ever gone without working out!
I had a bad episode of depression and moved from my hometown... a lot of bad stuff happened and it just made me super depressed and unmotivated.
It happens.
Loved this! Getting strong is on my 2024 bingo card. I want to be able to do the everyday tasks without huffing and puffing (like taking the groceries from car up the stairs to the kitchen). Looking forward to seeing where we're all at ! ❤
I love this journey and I’m on it too ❤
I have been influenced lol just got the oura ring and am starting my fitness journey/ joyful movement and am so excited and wishing you the best luck on yours
yes girl, get strong!!! 💪
One day last fall I went to bed feeling depressed and down on myself. I woke up at 3am and signed up for a gym. I bought a program for gym newbies (Natacha oceane) and started going 4 times a week and never looked back! Now I have been going for a year and a half and am obsessed with growing my muscles and feeling as strong and badass as possible. I adore Jeff Nippard’s programs for science backed programming that works!
You are such a badass!!! I love this for you! 🫶
Thank you❤
I have been diagnosed in my 30's with ADHD and yoga is truly my jam. If you are interested, you should look into all the benefits yoga has for the ADHD brain. It is awesome and such a dopamine kick.
I'm trying to get into being active alot more this year. My partners both got me into weight training, and I've been pretty consistent with that, but I also wanna get into running again and playing sports. (I played basketball and did track in HS). During the summer my husband and his buddies will play football and I wanna get into that as well.
I'm new to your vlogs so idk if I missed it but I would love to hear you talk about your ADHD journey and things that work for you!
Have you considered physical theatre? It's such a lovely way to express yourself tell a story and exercise at the same time - you dance too but to more story appropriate dances like the dance in barbie? I think it is really good for the creative mind and body 😊
I typically do yoga once a week, but last week I went to a dance fitness class instead and I had SO MUCH FUN it might have changed my life lol… I’m going to try to do it ever single week and I’ve even convinced some coworkers to come with me!
Dance workouts are SO FUN right?! I’m sooo obsessed with them!! ❤️
Love any joyful movement content you want to create 😊
I really found that what helps me is finding and exercise that you like. Like for me I hate cardio but love lifting weights. Im no muscle mommy by any means lol I only go 3 days a week right now. I just wanna be strong as well! I do like Hiit workouts as well but my knees can’t take it. Also I highly recommend a gym buddy. I don’t think I’d go if it weren’t for my friend 😂 that’s something I need to work on though. I have social anxiety 🙃
You inspired me!! I have been moving my body a lot more now. Starting from going to pilates once a week to now going for pilates 3-4 times a week and boxing/spin classes for the days I don’t do pilates
OMG SLAY!!!!! Do you have any Pilates tips because oh my god it’s SO HARD?!? 😂
I started by dragging my boyfriend or a friend to A LOT of physical beginner friendly pilates classes. Going with people I am comfortable with and giggling throughout the classes together with them and my instructors gave me strength to keep on going🥺
i love the look its giving young off duty noami in ck shirt and jeanjacket :) also the necklace🤩
Thank you 💖
Thank you for sharing this hun 💕
Hey! On the topic of headaches post workout, I used to get that too and (for me) it was what I was eating before working out! Maybe play around with what you have! For me I used to do fruit and like cereal situation, but apparently ya girl needed PROTEIN before lol so I have some eggs for a granola situation
Hi! Just a random follower here, but I want to point out your weekend hikes. Because that's been really inspiring joyful movement for me.
Hi Carrie!!! LOVE YOU!!! Would you consider making a video on how to sell on “online resell sites” (ie poshmark etc…)??!?
I guess what I mean is tips/advice?
💪💪💪Unsolicited recommendation: Les Mills workouts are great if you get to a gym that has them.
Bodypump (weights), bodycombat (punching, kicking and feeling strong and fierce) and Les mills Dance (dance workouts that are a little more intense than Zumba and the like..)
Have you listened to the Iweigh podcast episode about joyful movement? Highly recommend
I loved Caroline Girvan on RUclips for starting to learn to strength train!
Good for you!!
Love the name
Get a little exercise trampoline. It is so fun!. It is easy on the knees and so fun!!
🫶 your channel so much!
Starting to show up for myself is my new priority…I’m a little late bc I am 44.
Never too late!!! 44 is SO young, don’t let the internet fool you 💞 I’m rooting for you babe!!!
@@CarrieDayton 🥰🫂
Loved lifting weights, goodlife lesmills classes have a class called body pump and its weight lifting to music! It's fun, challenging and you can see the progress you're making in reps completed each class you complete. I don't think I could just walk into the gym and pick up some weights 😰
Would definitly like to join you on this joyful movement challenge!!!😊
What brand is the leather jacket from your thrifting video?
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Ps you look so pretty love glasses❤
Ugh, I can’t relate. I just want to sleep all the time😢
Try emkfit videos! She has great fun dance style workout videos.
“A few years ago 2018…” when it still feels like 2018 is a few years ago and not 6 years 😢
Like please explain how 2018 wasn’t 2 years ago anymore!!!!
Those glasses suit you so well mashallah.
Thank you so much 🤓❤️
@@CarrieDayton ☺️
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omg i started with copilot a month or so ago and LOVED it!! shoutout to Alexandra for being the goat!!!! after the free trial it ended up being too costly for me personally but when i’ve saved up some money at this new job (while being a full time student) i’ll reward myself with going back to it!!!
Glasses link please !!
Virtual little sis, have you ever thought about doing one of those 28-day pilates wall exercise programs? I'm so interested. I'd like to follow along with you doing that. Also, where do you get all your prescription glasses? So cute! Beth xoxo
copilot is $100 a month???? 🥲
also i just want to add i started to sign up for copilot and then realized it was $100 a month and they WON’T stop calling and texting me….