Description: "We all have our excuses for not getting the physical activity we know would be good for us. With care, humor, and compassion, modern psychologist Diana Hill and trailblazing movement expert Katy Bowman teach us how to apply simple but effective principles of psychological flexibility. It's a new spin on fitness psychology, using real-life examples and science-based methods to help us retrain our mind to be an ally in the quest for better health"--
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"This book is brilliant, I love it. It so obviously reflects a deep understanding of the barriers people face and compassionate ways to overcome them. Every chapter offers strategies that can help you today, with the body you have and the challenges you face. Every page has an insight that can help you find joy in movement (or get you moving). It's the most insightful guide to getting moving I've ever read." -Kelly McGonigal, author of The Joy of Movement
"This book is the nudge you need and will get you rethinking your relationship to movement entirely. You'll want to keep this one on your shelf to reference again and again." --Manoush Zomorodi, Host of NPR's TED Radio Hour and Body Electric
"There's nothing more powerful than an idea whose time has come. This is the book we need right now to address our psychological barriers to movement." --Shawn Stevenson, host of The Model Health Show
"Katy and Diana bring the perfect blend of science and soul to help reframe movement not as something you have to do, but something that reconnects you to your body, your values, and your community." --Gabrielle Reece, former pro volleyball player and New York Times bestselling author
"[A] remarkable and timely book.... It's wonderful to see reason-giving addressed in such a powerful, compassionate, and effective way. I can think of no book ever, in any area, that has explored it so thoroughly and artfully.... Whether you're a fitness professional, mental health practitioner, or someone who just wants to get unstuck, this book will make a difference." --Steven C. Hayes, PhD, Originator of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy; Author of Get Out of Your Mind and Into Your Life and A Liberated Mind
"As a barefoot trail runner, dedicated yogi, and longtime admirer of Katy Bowman's nutritious movement approach, I've seen the power of physical activity. As a co-founder of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), I also understand the psychological roadblocks to healthy movement. I Know I Should Exercise But...masterfully combines Diana Hill's ACT expertise with Katy Bowman's biomechanics insights. This book tackles both the physical and psychological barriers to movement, offering practical, compassionate steps to get started." --Kelly G. Wilson, Ph.D., Professor Emeritus, University of Mississippi, Author of Mindfulness for Two, Things Might Go Terribly, Horribly Wrong, and The Wisdom to Know the Difference
"At long last, a book that compassionately addresses the real and often debilitating reasons that so many of us resist physical movement. From low self-esteem to high anxiety, from lack of space to obligation overload, Katy Bowman and Diana Hill leave no obstacle unturned as they clear the way for anyone and everyone who has ever wanted to get moving, but found themselves flummoxed -- whether by resistance, uncertainty, distraction, or dread. A great guide for anyone longing to live in a healthier body-mind, and a fine professional toolkit for coaches, trainers, and psychologists who want to help others accomplish that goal with greater ease." --Pilar Gerasimo, Author of The Healthy Deviant and Founder of Healthy Deviant U.
"[A] refreshing and empowering resource for anyone struggling to move more. Katy Bowman and Diana Hill skillfully transform guilt and resistance into joy and sustainable habits, making this a must-read for individuals and health professionals alike." --Leigh A. Frame, PhD, MHS, Chief Wellness Officer, George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences
"This book has a perfect answer for every preconceived notion or excuse that may arise when it comes to exercising. It s