Experts say staying active is one of the most powerful ways to protect your health. But it turns out that how you exercise may depend on who you are.
Published:March is a time when many people start to rethink their health, especially as we focus on heart and overall wellness. Experts say staying active is one of the most powerful ways to protect your health.
But it turns out that how you exercise may depend on who you are. From working to relationships, personality plays a role in everything we do and experts say that includes how we exercise. “If you go to the gym, you see totally different kinds of people,” said Steffen Brandt, a fitness trainer and owner of Body Street Winter Park.Experts say finding a workout that fits your personality might help change that!“They push their limits,” Brandt explained. “They want to make sure that they do all the postures in the right way.” Research shows introverts often prefer structured, predictable workouts that can include solo gym sessions, swimming laps, hiking, or other independent activities.“You gain energy by interacting with somebody,” said Brandt. A study found that extroverts are more likely to stick with workouts that offer a social setting, boosting motivation and accountability.“I call it gym anxiety. People don’t know what to do, and they feel like everybody’s looking at them,” explained Brandt. The key is finding a routine that feels safe and manageable. Studies show they’re drawn to workouts that reduce anxiety, like mindful practices or high-intensity interval training.If you’re a cautious beginner, or if you’re someone who hesitates because you’re unsure where to start, experts say that’s normal. Starting with low-pressure movement, like walking or stretching, can build confidence and momentum over time.Nights of Lights dates permanently changed in 3 to 2 voteFormer JEA chief of staff tells City Council committee employees are ‘scared for their job’JSO searching for 21-year-old man accused of fatally shooting 2-year-old at apartment complexHelp spread the word about AI scams targeting service membersFamily identifies 2-year-old boy killed during dispute at Westside apartment complexMechanical issue causes JTA bus to catch fire on Arlington ExpresswayAnother dry day in Northeast Florida. Here's a Monday weather update.Road-rage shootout leaves 1 dead, police searching for 2nd driverLoved ones mourn 'happy baby' after 2-year-old fatally shot during domestic disputeCuban immigrants in Jacksonville call for action as island faces widescale blackoutThe Block Jax owner working on solutions to parking chaos that spilled into neighboring lotsThe Block Jax owner working on solutions to parking chaos that spilled into neighboring lotsAI Can not spell Ortega. It is a beautiful river and great on a west wind day. EnjoyBlind Clay County fourth grader finds new world in Braille booksWalk the Talk: Epilepsy Alliance Florida hosts awareness walk at Jacksonville Zoo0:50Gators, Hurricanes begin quest for national title; Bulldogs end season in first roundMan killed in Ponte Vedra double shooting remembered as ‘life of the party’Father says his daughter was detained at Blue Cypress Park teen takeoverInside new family-focused venue The Block Jax on city's SouthsideThe first day of spring is here! Michelle gives a look at the temperatures into the weekendIran internet blackout leaves Jacksonville families anxiously waiting for word from loved onesUnredacted arrest warrant reveals new details about double shooting in Ponte VedraDaughter of Ponte Vedra double shooting victim urges harsh punishment for accused killerA teen told a 79-year-old man he’d clean his driveway. Then he took him to withdraw over $10kA teen told a 79-year-old man he’d clean his driveway. Then he took him to withdraw over $10kResidents say it doesn’t prevent accidents after deadly Atlantic Blvd. crash
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