"Age does not cause stiffness."*
According to Burras there are five key reasons why the body hardens and stiffens as we get older. None of these reasons has to do with the aging process itself.
1. Trauma
2. Repression
3. Stress
4. Inactivity
5. Contractive Movement
Burras explains each of these reasons in an article you can find on his website: JonBurras.com. Click on articles and find Aging Does Not Cause Stiffness - it is #13 on the list.
As you get older, do you have more stiffness? What do you think causes it? Do you think Burras' ideas about stiffness have merit? If you have questions, ask me in an email or in the comment section.
Thanks for exploring the mystery - Nicky Mendenhall
Image is from booklet that came with my model skeleton last year. I received permission to use it!
Good to know. I recognize trauma, stress, inactivity, contractive movement and I might add cold temps. I don't want to think about repression!
ReplyDeleteRepressing your repression - what a good idea.
DeleteI agree with adding cold temperature - another good idea!
Thanks so much for your comment - much appreciated! HOpe you are coping with the cold and that your yoga practice is helping.
This is so interesting. I went to the web site and read the article. (Looks as if there are lots of interesting article to read there.) It coincided with my decision to increase my yoga, so it was good affirmation. XX
ReplyDeleteGlad to be helpful!
DeleteThanks for letting me know. Good luck with your yoga practice.