Somatic Exercises Plan for Women Over 40

Q: What are somatic exercises?

They are gentle, mindful movements that are performed slowly with a focus on internal sensation. The goal is to improve the communication between your brain and muscles to release deeply held tension.}

Q: Is this considered a workout?}

No, it's better described as a therapeutic practice or a moving meditation. The focus is on awareness and release, not on building strength or cardiovascular endurance.

Q: What is the "mind-body connection"?

It's the two-way communication between your thoughts and feelings (mind) and your physical sensations and functions (body). Somatic exercises help to strengthen this connection, leading to better overall health.

Q: How can these exercises help with stress and anxiety?

By encouraging slow, mindful movement and deep awareness, somatic exercises help to down-regulate your nervous system, shifting you out of a stressed state and into a state of calm and relaxation.

Q: How long are the sessions?

Our sessions are designed to be short and accessible, typically ranging from 10 to 20 minutes, so you can easily incorporate them into your day.

Q: I'm not flexible at all. Is this for me?

Yes, absolutely. This practice is not about flexibility. It's about gentle movement within your own comfortable range of motion. It's suitable for all bodies and fitness levels.

Q: What's the difference between this and stretching?

Stretching focuses on elongating a muscle. Somatics focuses on changing the "resting level" of tension in a muscle by communicating with the brain. It's an internal release rather than an external pull.

Q: How does Reverse Health offer these exercises?

The RH app includes a library of guided video sessions for somatic exercises that you can access anytime, allowing you to build a consistent mind-body practice at your own pace.

Reconnect With Your Body, Release Your Stress

Explore your benefits

Deepen Mind-Body Connection

Our program teaches you to tune into your body's signals, fostering a stronger connection between your mind and physical self.

Calm Your Nervous System

These gentle, mindful movements are a powerful tool for women over 40 to reduce stress and activate the body's natural relaxation response.

Improve Body Awareness

Enhance your proprioception (your sense of where your body is in space) to improve posture, movement, and overall physical confidence.

How to Begin Your Somatic Practice

Step 1

Take the quiz

Answer our quick quiz to receive a personalized Somatic Exercises program designed to deepen your mind-body connection.

Example of quiz

How often do you feel disconnected from your body due to stress?

Yes, I do it regularly

I've done it before

I've never done it before

Step 2

Download the app

Step 3

Discover the app

A library of guided somatic exercises
Routines to calm the nervous system and release tension
Mindfulness and breathing techniques
Community access with over 70,000+ supportive members
Journaling prompts for self-reflection

Listen to Your Body's Wisdom

Somatic exercises teach you to tune into your body's internal signals, helping you to release stress, improve posture, and move with greater ease and awareness in your daily life.

Posture & Awareness Log

Become more aware of your posture and how you hold tension throughout the day.

A Tool for Better Sleep

Use these gentle routines before bed to unwind your body and mind for a restful night.

Nervous System Reset Guide

Learn simple techniques to shift your body out of "fight or flight" and into a state of calm.

Daily Stress Level Journal

Monitor how this practice helps you manage daily stress and calms your nervous system.

Mind-Body Routines

Access guided video sessions that feel like a moving meditation for deep relaxation.

Success stories

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Testimonials depict real users but are not typical. Individual results may vary. Consult a healthcare provider before starting any diet or exercise program.

Tune In to Your Body's Innate Wisdom

The Power of the Mind-Body Connection

In our busy lives, it's easy to become disconnected from our bodies. We often hold stress and tension in our muscles without even realizing it, leading to stiffness, pain, and a constant feeling of being on edge. Somatic exercises are a powerful antidote to this. They are not about performance or pushing your limits; they are about perception. The practice involves performing small, slow, conscious movements while paying close attention to the sensations within your body.

This mindful approach directly engages your nervous system, helping to calm the "fight or flight" response and activate the "rest and digest" system. By doing so, you can effectively release subconscious muscle tension, improve your body awareness (proprioception), and restore a sense of harmony and ease between your mind and body. The Reverse Health somatic program guides you in this gentle exploration.

Your Toolkit for Inner Calm and Physical Ease

Our program offers a curated library of somatic exercises designed to address common areas of tension, such as the back, neck, and hips. These guided video sessions feel like a moving meditation, leaving you feeling centered, relaxed, and more comfortable in your own skin. They are the perfect tool to unwind after a stressful day, prepare for a restful night's sleep, or simply check in with your body.

The RH app provides you with on-demand access to these transformative routines. We believe that true wellness is holistic, which is why we offer these mind-body practices alongside our nutrition and fitness plans. By incorporating somatic exercises into your routine, you are not just managing symptoms like pain and stress; you are cultivating a deeper, more compassionate relationship with your body. This is a cornerstone of the supportive, integrated approach offered by Reverse Health.

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