Tennessee Association of Recovery Court Professionals
Tennessee Association of Recovery Court Professionals
Recovery Support Through Working Out: Chatting About How To Implement Fitness and the Benefits
Recovery Support Through Working Out: Chatting About How To Implement Fitness and the Benefits
Recovery Support Through Working Out: Chatting About How To Implement Fitness and the Benefits
Tuesday 11th January 2022
Bryan Owens shares how Crossfit and Yoga have benefited participants in Shelby County's recovery court, highlighting fitness as a tool for sobriety.
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Get the buttons here!Sweat and Sobriety: How Fitness Fuels Recovery
It was just a great movement and just a group of guys just going in there. And you're doing that to push and expel carbon dioxide out your body. So you get to see like how this is effective in regular day to day life and how to like slow down, like anxiety, the stuff that builds up.
Ever thought about how a good workout could aid in addiction recovery? In this episode, Bryan Owens from the Shelby County General Sessions Recovery Court in Memphis shares how integrating Crossfit and Yoga into recovery programs has transformed lives. Bryan dives into the journey of implementing these fitness routines and the remarkable changes he has witnessed among participants.
He also touches on the inspiration from The Phoenix, a National Sober Active Community, which aims to create safe spaces for those battling substance use disorders to exercise and connect. Bryan's firsthand experiences highlight the mental health benefits and sense of community that fitness can foster in recovery settings. Whether you're curious about how to start a similar program or just interested in the intersection of fitness and sobriety, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice.
Tune in to discover how breaking a sweat can be a game-changer in the journey to sobriety.