I have noticed that on the mornings where I do some exertion before anything else—a run, some yoga, etc.—that my ability to "receive" and process the things that come at me is so much better. It feels like there's a waiting room, whereas otherwise, whatever comes at me gets a 1:1 response.
Have you found weightlifting to be specifically beneficial, or is that just your morning workout of choice?
It is more beneficial than cardio in raising my base caloric burn, though I also like running and hiking when I can!
It takes less time each day than cardio for giving me the kind of focus and calm improvements I want.
It has a much bigger impact on physical appearance as well. Something I've learned is that more muscle mass really does translate to more respectful treatment from basically every other human in your life.
I have noticed that on the mornings where I do some exertion before anything else—a run, some yoga, etc.—that my ability to "receive" and process the things that come at me is so much better. It feels like there's a waiting room, whereas otherwise, whatever comes at me gets a 1:1 response.
Have you found weightlifting to be specifically beneficial, or is that just your morning workout of choice?