Have you ever tried a new exercise and thought: Can I really do this?
For instance, think of the first time you attempted box jumps or a variation of one. You stand there, eyes locked on the box, the height of it seeming a little more daunting the closer you get. The self-doubt and fear start to creep in, your heart beating a little faster, and a wave of anxiety hits you. Your mind starts making up scenarios where you don’t succeed, rather than thinking of a positive scenario where you stick the landing.
The fear is real. It’s the protective instinct kicking in, the part of your brain warning you about potential injury. But there’s also something else: the knowledge that growth happens when we push past our comfort zones. You then remind yourself that box jumps aren’t just about the jump itself, but the benefits that come from jumping.
Benefits of Box Jumps
Box jumps are a great exercise for building strength, power, and improving agility. More importantly, they’re great for increasing bone density! The impact of jumping helps to stimulate bone growth and strength, reducing the risk of osteoporosis over time, which is especially important as we age.
The thought of how this particular movement could contribute to your future health starts to take over the fear. The bigger picture emerges, helping you focus on the importance of the jump, not just the moment of hesitation before it.
You take a deep breath, plant your feet firmly, bend your knees, and push your body into the jump. Your feet land on the box and there’s a sense of pride and relief flooding over you. The heart is still pounding, but now it’s with excitement rather than anxiety. You feel energized, and that fear you once had seems small compared to the sense of accomplishment that fills you!
You stand there for a moment, catching your breath, with a smile on your face. That fear didn’t have the power to stop you. You’ve just proven to yourself that you can face discomfort, push through it, and come out stronger on the other side—not just physically, but mentally too.
At Longevity Nexum, we want to help you take the steps toward improving your health and longevity. If you’re ready to push past your comfort zone contact our Kinesiologists today 1-800-963-4409.
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