{"id":62620,"date":"2024-08-13T13:27:42","date_gmt":"2024-08-13T13:27:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=62620"},"modified":"2024-08-13T13:27:42","modified_gmt":"2024-08-13T13:27:42","slug":"the-best-somatic-exercise-program","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/the-best-somatic-exercise-program\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Somatic Exercise Program for Beginners: How to Begin with Somatic Workouts"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/the-best-somatic-exercise-program\/#What_Are_Somatic_Workouts\" >What Are Somatic Workouts?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/the-best-somatic-exercise-program\/#Which_Somatic_Workout_Is_Best\" >Which Somatic Workout Is Best?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/the-best-somatic-exercise-program\/#The_Best_Somatic_Exercises_for_Stress_Relief\" >The Best Somatic Exercises for Stress Relief<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/the-best-somatic-exercise-program\/#Do_Somatic_Exercise_Programs_Really_Work\" >Do Somatic Exercise Programs Really Work?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/the-best-somatic-exercise-program\/#Where_to_Start_with_Somatic_Exercises\" >Where to Start with Somatic Exercises<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/the-best-somatic-exercise-program\/#What_Is_the_Number_One_Best_Somatic_Exercise\" >What Is the Number One Best Somatic Exercise?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/the-best-somatic-exercise-program\/#Is_There_an_App_for_Somatic_Exercises\" >Is There an App for Somatic Exercises?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/the-best-somatic-exercise-program\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/the-best-somatic-exercise-program\/#Can_I_do_somatic_workouts_on_myself\" >Can I do somatic workouts on myself?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/the-best-somatic-exercise-program\/#How_long_are_somatic_workouts\" >How long are somatic workouts?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/the-best-somatic-exercise-program\/#Can_you_do_somatic_exercises_in_bed\" >Can you do somatic exercises in bed?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/the-best-somatic-exercise-program\/#Summary\" >Summary<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fast, intense workouts that leave you sweating and out of breath aren\u2019t the only workouts that provide results\u2014sometimes what you need more than an extreme workout is slow, somatic movements that target your mental and emotional health rather than just the physical.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A somatic exercise program is a valuable and beneficial addition to your daily routine if you\u2019re looking for better balance, less stress, and less tension.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1843&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Best_Somatic_Exercise_Program\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-1-5.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019ve never done somatic exercises before, don\u2019t be overwhelmed\u2014somatic exercises are quite easy to perform for everyone. In this blog, we\u2019ll go over what somatic exercises are, where to start with them, and some of the best somatic exercise programs for women and men.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_Somatic_Workouts\"><\/span><b>What Are Somatic Workouts?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Somatic exercises focus on the mind-body connection. This method doesn\u2019t focus on how much you move but on how you<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> feel<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> when you move. Somatic exercises use the mind-body connection to help determine and listen to your body\u2019s signals in regard to pain, discomfort, or emotions. As it focuses on internal feelings and emotions, it can be used to help improve mental health (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/somatics#origins\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your health goes beyond just having a toned body; you should also focus on your mental health, balance, and posture. Somatic workouts can prove to be effective in helping your body get rid of physical and emotional tension, in addition to improving balance and strength and reducing pain (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.prevention.com\/fitness\/workouts\/a46993501\/somatic-exercises\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). This is why adding somatic workouts to your exercise program can be very beneficial.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The amazing thing about somatic exercises is that anyone can do them. You don\u2019t need to be super fit or strong, and you can do them without equipment and in the comfort of your home.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_Somatic_Workout_Is_Best\"><\/span><b>Which Somatic Workout Is Best?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are several types of effective somatic workouts and what the best somatic workout is for one person is dependent on preference and needs. While somatic workouts are typically low-impact and not highly intensive and their focus is on the mind-body connection, they typically don\u2019t burn a lot of calories. However, somatic workouts can still help with weight loss in other ways.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The mind-body connection is a powerful tool for weight loss. The mind plays a strong role in weight management. When you <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-movement-exercises\/\">deal with stress<\/a>, it takes a toll on you mentally, emotionally, and physiologically. Chronic stress can trigger the release of hormones such as cortisol, which can then result in an increase in appetite and cravings for high-calorie foods (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S0306453006002010\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, high cortisol levels can promote the storage of fat in your body, specifically the belly area, as well as disrupt your sleep patterns. All of these factors, caused by stress, can cause hunger cravings that make it more difficult to maintain a healthy weight, let alone lose weight (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/neurofit.app\/blog\/posts\/somatic-exercises-to-help-with-weight-loss\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Therefore, the best somatic exercise program for weight loss is one that specifically reduces stress.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-yoga-for-weight-loss\/\">Somatic Yoga for Weight Loss: A Guide for Beginners<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=1843&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Best_Somatic_Exercise_Program\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-53987 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/somatic-movement.png\" alt=\"Best Somatic Exercise Program\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/somatic-movement.png 1920w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/somatic-movement-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/somatic-movement.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/somatic-movement.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/somatic-movement-1636x920.png 1636w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Best_Somatic_Exercises_for_Stress_Relief\"><\/span><b>The Best Somatic Exercises for Stress Relief<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the best somatic exercises for lowering stress and worry is progressive muscle relaxation (PMR). This works to tense and relax each muscle in your body, starting with your head and working down to your feet, which makes it one of the best somatic exercise workouts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Here&#8217;s a step-by-step guide on how to do the progressive muscle relaxation:<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Get comfortable.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Find a comfortable position in a quiet area where you can either lie down or be seated in a chair.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Focus on your breathing.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Inhale deeply through your nose, hold for a few seconds, and then exhale slowly through your mouth, focusing on breathing <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">in<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> while you\u2019re tensing your muscles and <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">exhaling<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as you release the tension.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Tense up.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Start at the top of your body and tense up your head and face. Keep holding the tension for five seconds, and then release all of the tense muscles in your head and face as you exhale.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Tense your upper body. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After you release the tension in your head, move on to tensing up your shoulders, upper back, and chest area. Again, hold your breath and tense for five seconds before releasing.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Continue downwards. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Continue the process of tensing and releasing your muscles, working your way down from your head, arms, torso, legs, and feet, holding each muscle tensing and inhaling for five seconds.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Finish strong. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you\u2019ve gone through your entire body, you\u2019re ready to complete this exercise. To end, simply <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tense up your entire body<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> all at once, holding for five seconds, then end by completely relaxing and releasing all your whole body muscles while exhaling. Repeat this process several times until you feel very relaxed (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.brooklynsomatictherapy.com\/blog\/somatic-techniques-for-stress-and-anxiety#:~:text=Start%20by%20tensing%20up%20your,upper%20back%2C%20and%20chest%20area.&amp;text=Continue%20this%20process%20moving%20from%20your%20head%20to%20your%20feet\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Whether you\u2019re looking to simply pep up your fitness routine, jazz up your diet with mouth-watering low-calorie recipes or want to get your act together and significantly drop that number on your scale \u2013 BetterMe app has got you covered! <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=1843&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Best_Somatic_Exercise_Program\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Improve your body<\/a> and revamp your life with us!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Somatic_Exercise_Programs_Really_Work\"><\/span><b>Do Somatic Exercise Programs Really Work?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While more research and studies are required on how effective somatic exercise programs are, they\u2019ve been known to help people by improving symptoms. People who regularly perform somatic exercises find that they\u2019re more flexible, able to move more freely, and better able to balance. There is also evidence that flexibility and mobility are beneficial for supporting a healthy aging process and helping reduce the risk of injury (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.everydayhealth.com\/fitness\/what-is-somatic-stretching\/#:~:text=People%20who%20regularly%20practice%20somatic,you%20better%20manage%20overall%20health\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Somatic exercises have been known to significantly lessen stress and even help with chronic pain and trauma healing (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.onepeloton.com\/blog\/somatic-movement\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). In addition, <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/list-of-somatic-exercises\/\">somatic exercises<\/a> can significantly reduce stress and improve your sleep, which is incredibly important to your overall mental and physical health (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/blog\/somatic-therapy\/#:~:text=There%20is%20research%20to%20back,reduce%20stress%20and%20improve%20sleep\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Start_with_Somatic_Exercises\"><\/span><b>Where to Start with Somatic Exercises<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the great things about starting somatic exercise is that practically anyone can do it; it doesn\u2019t require much strength, flexibility, or time. Somatic exercises are different from other forms of exercise as they focus on raising bodily awareness through slow and controlled movements, rather than focusing on burning calories or strength training. The goal is to improve people&#8217;s understanding of how their bodies react when they\u2019re stressed or tense.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best somatic exercise program for beginners is to start with a somatic body scan. The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-therapy-exercises\/#:~:text=And%20Overall%20Health-,Body%20Scanning,Continue%20this%20process%2C%20until%20you%20reach%20your%20head..,-Progressive%20Muscle%20Relaxation\"><b>body scan<\/b><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is a great beginner somatic exercise that\u2019s easy and helps you become more in touch with your mind-body connection. You can do the body scan by lying down or sitting in a comfortable chair and mentally scanning your body from head to toe, purposefully trying to identify areas of tension and discomfort. If you find an area of tension, focus on that area for a few moments while breathing until you feel your body relax and find relief (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.myjuniper.com\/blog\/somatic-exercises-for-weight-loss\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=1843&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Best_Somatic_Exercise_Program\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-61438 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Somatic_7.png\" alt=\"Best Somatic Exercise Program\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Somatic_7.png 2560w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Somatic_7-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Somatic_7.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Somatic_7.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Somatic_7-1636x920.png 1636w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_the_Number_One_Best_Somatic_Exercise\"><\/span><b>What Is the Number One Best Somatic Exercise?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is no single best somatic exercise program, as it varies for each person according to their needs and preferences. Some of the most popular somatic exercises are<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-yoga\/\"><b>somatic yoga<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and Pilates, martial arts, walking, dancing, body scans, and progressive muscle relaxation (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.myjuniper.com\/blog\/somatic-exercises-for-weight-loss\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the most beneficial\u2014and easy\u2014somatic exercises is mindful breathing. Mindful breathing is known to help reduce stress, calm the central nervous system, improve sleep, and uplift the mood (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/mindfulnessexercises.com\/6-mindful-breathing-exercises\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). As it\u2019s simple to do and accessible to most people, this is a fundamental practice in many somatic and mindfulness-based therapies.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best somatic exercise programs for healing are those that focus on releasing trauma and stress from your body. Trauma can store itself in your body, so performing somatic exercises that help rid your body of stored emotions and trauma can be incredibly helpful for those who have had previous traumatic experiences, whether in childhood or adulthood (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/psychcentral.com\/lib\/somatic-therapy-exercises-for-trauma\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). We can feel the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/effects-of-childhood-trauma-in-adulthood\/\"><b>effects of childhood trauma in adulthood<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> if we don\u2019t address it and work through it properly. Somatic exercise is a great tool to help pinpoint your trauma and release it from your body(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.monakirstein.com\/somatic-therapy-exercises\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re new to somatic exercises, it would be incredibly beneficial for you to use some helpful resources to guide you through the process and exercises.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read More: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-stretches-you-can-do-in-bed\/\">Somatic Stretches You Can Do in Bed<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_There_an_App_for_Somatic_Exercises\"><\/span><b>Is There an App for Somatic Exercises?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the best resources and tools you can easily use for learning and growing in somatic exercises is an app that helps educate you on different somatic exercises. Try <\/span><b>BetterMe: Health Coaching app<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The BetterMe app provides users with a large variety of resources regarding many aspects, but particularly somatic exercises. The app offers several free somatic exercises for weight loss and somatic exercises to release trauma that you can incorporate into your workout regime.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to BetterMe\u2019s somatic exercises, users can also find a large library of articles on somatic exercises and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/therapeutic-exercises\/\"><b>therapeutic exercises<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and subscribe to the health coaching aspect on the app.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=1843&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Best_Somatic_Exercise_Program\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-62077 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/somatic-yoga.png\" alt=\"Best Somatic Exercise Program\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/somatic-yoga.png 1920w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/somatic-yoga-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/somatic-yoga.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/somatic-yoga.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/somatic-yoga-1636x920.png 1636w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><b>FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_do_somatic_workouts_on_myself\"><\/span><strong>Can I do somatic workouts on myself?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can do somatic workouts on your own in the comfort of your home (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.charliehealth.com\/post\/somatic-exercises-for-mental-health\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). These somatic movements mostly focus on slow, thoughtful, and gentle movements, which can easily be done alone (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/compassionify.com\/somatic-exercises-for-anxiety\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). However, you can always seek out a somatic therapist if you desire.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_are_somatic_workouts\"><\/span><strong>How long are somatic workouts?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Somatic exercises don\u2019t need to be long to be effective. In fact, it only takes five to 15 minutes per day of somatic exercises to experience the benefits they have to offer. They are best done in the morning, but you can do them at any time of day (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/somatics.org\/shop\/guides\/catstretch.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_do_somatic_exercises_in_bed\"><\/span><strong>Can you do somatic exercises in bed?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, you can do somatic exercises in bed. Sometimes that is actually the best place to do them, as the more relaxed, lazy, and peaceful your body feels while performing somatic movements, the better (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/theworkoutwitch.com\/blogs\/news\/didnt-have-a-release-while-doing-somatic-exercises-heres-what-you-can-do#:~:text=You%27ll%20want%20to%20carry,do%20your%20daily%20somatics\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1843&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Best_Somatic_Exercise_Program\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-1-5.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Summary\"><\/span><b>Summary<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Somatic exercises, which emphasize slow, mindful movements and the mind-body connection, are gaining recognition for their mental and emotional health benefits. Unlike intense workouts that focus solely on physical exertion, somatic exercises aim to improve balance, reduce stress and tension, and help with weight loss by addressing internal sensations and emotions (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/neurofit.app\/blog\/posts\/somatic-exercises-to-help-with-weight-loss\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). These exercises are accessible to everyone, regardless of their fitness level, and can be performed without special equipment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Among the most effective somatic exercises for reducing stress and supporting weight loss are progressive muscle relaxation workouts, which involve systematically tensing and relaxing the muscles from head to toe. This method helps alleviate physical and emotional tension, which contributes to overall well-being. Beginners can start with simple exercises such as body scans to enhance bodily awareness.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re looking for an addition to your weight loss and fitness regime, incorporating a somatic exercise program could be quite beneficial. The wonderful thing about somatic exercises is that they\u2019re easy for anyone to do. You need minimal to no equipment, and it only takes five to 15 minutes of somatic exercise a day for you to start seeing its benefits.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Fast, intense workouts that leave you sweating and out of breath aren\u2019t the only workouts that provide results\u2014sometimes what you need more than an extreme workout is slow, somatic movements that target your mental and emotional health rather than just the physical. 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