Zarina del Mar wants people to know: prioritizing their health does not have to be a time-consuming, labor intensive experience. A dedicated movement specialist and author of 3D workouts, Zarina del Mar is sharing her signature steps to centering health and wellness in a way that fits the individual, without grinding it out at the gym. Her process empowers people to take steps towards better health in a mere 10 minutes per day.
Zarina del Mar contends that contrary to what is perhaps conventional wisdom, “it’s not necessary to go to the gym every day. It’s important to use your body…and perform daily maintenance, just like you would with a car.” Incorporating a slow and steady approach, Zarina del Mar’s process encourages introducing a few healthy habits to everyday life with her simple, effective system.
Daily 10-minute workouts
Oftentimes, lifestyles and careers today tend to keep people sedentary, with many professionals stationary at their desks for the majority of the day. Zarina del Mar wants to introduce just ten minutes of movement into the day to restore functionality and reinvigorate muscles, while overall improving a sense of well-being. These micro changes are easily integrated into the workday, with a brief 10-20 minute walk during work breaks, or just after lengthy commutes. Mindful movement sprinkled into regular, daily life can make all the difference.
Switching gym-based strength training with mindful 3d movement
For many people, a gym membership is costly and prohibitive. In Australia, the average cost of a gym membership is around $70 a month. Zarina del Mar understands that getting to the gym can be difficult for busy adults. Her process incorporates smart body-weight-based workouts that are simple yet effective. Whereas typical gym mantras insist that “no pain = no gain,” Zarina del Mar challenges this notion, creating movement-based workouts that incorporate mindfulness and a sense of ease. Rather than a punitive experience, these workouts are designed to create a sense of care and connection with the body.
Shaking up the posture on the hour
For those who find themselves frequently sedentary, Zarina del Mar’s habit-based program encourages regular movement “snacks” every hour. These intentional, mini movements and shifts in position and posture help keep the body in motion. Recognizing that a brief walk is not always feasible, Zarina del Mar offers other short workouts to fit into daily life to help activate the brain and regain a sense of control over movement. Practitioners have dubbed this habit the 3S system for smart, short, and simple.
Nutrition to feel better from the inside out
While Zarina del Mar recognizes that fitness is hardly one-size-fits-all, she does offer some nutritional recommendations in her program that can be beneficial to many. She introduces an easy to remember nutritional method described as the 3x4x25 system. The acronym encourages practitioners to consume three meals per day, four hours between each meal, and a modest 25 minutes to mindfully enjoy each meal.
Building a better bodily connection
Throughout all of the steps, Zarina del Mar reiterates the importance of creating harmony with the body. Oftentimes, modern sedentary lifestyles can hinder this connection. Zarina Del Mar’s process aims to improve the overall sense of well-being.
Centering pleasurable movement
Energy levels tend to ebb and flow based on an individual’s well-being. Zarina Del Mar advocates mindful movement, engaging in activities that feel good in the practitioner’s body. Staying aware of the positive sensations further energizes the practitioner, cyclically encouraging more movement.
Now is the time
While simple, these steps can be incredibly effective. Zarina Del Mar wants to help people feel their very best now. So why wait? Get moving to feel better, incorporating mindful habits that improve wellness today.
Healthcare disclaimer:
This article is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for professional medical advice. If you are seeking medical advice, diagnosis or treatment, please consult a medical professional or healthcare provider.
