Slow down. Your body and your brain will love you for it

In a world where fast and hard is the norm for athletes and other movers, there are some very good reasons to slow down instead.

You may think that sweating and breathing hard is the measure of a good exercise program. That your progress depends on it.

Running a marathon. Lifting weights. A demanding yoga practice. All have their place. But slow movement may be a better strategy for you.

Slow movement does something that fast movement cannot do. If you want to learn a new skill, heal your body. If you want to sit and stand better. If you . . .