Gratitude has often been encouraged by spiritual leaders throughout history. Today scientists also confirm the benefits of gratitude. Through research, the scientifically-validated benefits of gratitude have become better understood. Research shows how keeping a regular gratitude journaling increases one’s happiness. It also helps decrease inflammation in one’s body. Each study offers insights into how a […]

We’re only halfway through November, but it may feel like we’ve skipped the month entirely with all the “early Black Friday” sales going on. We’ve moved directly from “Happy Halloween” into “Happy Holidays.” Each year, it seems, the commercialism of the holiday season is pushed upon us earlier and more invasively. Believe it or not, […]

Body Moves is going to SPICE THINGS UP  on November 17 in a collaborative event with ALLSPICE. AllSpice Culinarium is a Des Moines-based specialty cooking store that opened in Coralville last year around this time. Located at Iowa River Landing in Coralville, AllSpice offers a variety of spice blends, oils, and vinegar along with other […]

WHY DANCE? After all, are there any “real” benefits to dancing?  Isn’t it just a fun activity? Well, yes, it is a fun activity, but yes, it also offers some truly wonderful benefits. Here are some of them: PHYSICAL HEALTH BENEFITS Improves heart and lung health Builds bone and muscle strength Increases aerobic capacity Helps […]

HAPPY NOVEMBER!! We are excited to enter this holiday season along with you, but stop for a moment and consider how you typically end the year. With the same vitality? Too often stress creeps in and steals our joy. This year be proactive in your choices — from staying hydrated to getting plenty of rest […]

MOVEMENT + MUSIC = MAGIC A recipe for success! Many of the Nia principles are based on triads. Visualized as an equilateral triangle, it emphasizes the equal value of the different components. At Body Moves, even as our name emphasizes, we advocate for movement (daily!), but we also recognize the importance of music.    You […]