The Benefits of Biophilic Design
As we spoke about last week, biophilia is about how natural environments to help us feel good. But what is natural.
Well, natural can mean a few things and Coulthard goes through some of these.
Serratus Anterior - The boxer’s muscle that’s not just for boxers
The boxer’s muscle (serratus anterior) is not just for boxer’s. It helps us reach overhead which means when it is tired and weak it can result in back, shoulder and neck pain. Sitting and repetitive exercises like tennis or swimming can often lead to these muscles being tight and weak. These mobility, self-massage and yoga exercises can help.
Short-term Memory - Other Uses
Our short-term memory has several everyday uses. It helps update us on what has changed, it stops us standing at an open fridge confused and helps us keep track of conversations. Learn more here.
The Benefits of Exercise – Improved Self-Esteem
Self-esteem is our opinion of ourselves and people with high self-esteem value their achievements and like themselves. Research has found a relationship between exercise and improved self-esteem. It is thought that exercise directly improves self-esteem but also helps to improve body image, perceived physical fitness, skill-building and resilience which all contribute to improved self-esteem.
What is Natural?
As we spoke about last week, biophilia is about how natural environments to help us feel good. But what is natural.
Well, natural can mean a few things and Coulthard goes through some of these.