My methods for incorporating mindfulness are a little bit unorthodox but definitely growing in popularity. As a nutrition and cannabis coach, my main priority is helping my clients find balance and sustainability in their life. For many people, including myself, staying focused at the gym is a real challenge. The lack of focus between sets also shows up in clients ability to recruit the intended muscle groups for a certain exercise. One of my clients has MS, and her motivation in the gym was our biggest hurdle. She is using cannabis to treat her MS symptoms, and we decided to try dose layering in an attempt to keep her focused during workouts. The inclusion of cannabis before her workouts has led to significant increases in her muscle strength and a huge reduction in her MS-associated symptoms. She told me, "it's because I feel like the world around me is quieter and I can focus on engaging the right muscles."
In workouts, I motivate clients to understand their form and what sensations they feel in their bodies, rather than just performing the exercise. They must be intentional with their movement. By doing so, it will strengthen the link between body and mind thereby enhancing the efficiency of the exercise.