My why has led me down this journey of exploring a multitude of different passions that I am not sure all make sense. This also led to an idea of whole self-training. I believe we all have different definitions of what it means to cultivate health. This can range from being physically fit, to cognitively sharp, emotionally stable, or spiritually healed. I have come across people who prioritize one of these, but not all them. It’s natural to search for that connection to make all aspects of our health click and work for us, but it is not that simple. This space is for exploration. Exploration of how science and research can help us connect it all.
For me, it started with physical fitness. Exercise is a safe haven for me that makes all other aspects of my life more enjoyable. Exerting energy and connecting to my body in a physical way helps me to feel whole. Connections with friends and family, work obligations, my motivation to get things done, all get better when I have incorporated exercise. The problem with this is that I began worshiping it as the end all be all, losing the connection with the other aspects of my health. This led to me not only not achieving my fitness goals, but ultimately having many mental and emotional setbacks. Now I cannot say I am where I want to be, but I am headed in the right direction. This blog is place for me to continue my journey and share any information I find that has helped me and can hopefully benefit others. As I find information, that will shape my definition of whole-self training and will lay a framework for the principles of implementation. Through consistent posts, I can continue to grow and maybe help others do the same who want to come along for the ride. I look forward to looking back a year later, even a few months later, and seeing how my research will help to shape who I am.
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AuthorMy name is Jordan Taylor and I am a 26 year old researcher, student and personal trainer from Memphis, TN. ArchivesCategories |