So, we won’t lie, we think a trip to Disney World is great for whatever ails you. Let’s just say that when we’re in Disney World, our mental health improves by 100%, but it’s also a bit of a workout, too…PLUS an exercise in endurance (seriously, think about how you feel at the end of a week there).
Main Street, U.S.A.
BUT…did you know Disney World could also be the cure for something known as “dead butt” syndrome? Well, it can — and we’re going to explain what that is and how a Disney World trip can make it all better.
According to Forbes, “dead butt syndrome” is a very real thing. It’s actually called “gluteal amnesia” (but “dead butt syndrome is way more fun to say, right?). Basically, it happens when the glute muscles in your backside can’t quite do what they’re supposed to do. This generally can happen if you spend a lot of time sitting, which deconditions those muscles. And a lot of us have office jobs where we do just that, right?
Donald sitting
It makes sense. These muscles are like any other muscle in the body…if you don’t use them often, they begin to weaken. Weakened glute muscles can affect a variety of other body parts, too, including putting extra pressure on your joints and muscles in your lower back, hips, and everything below that. This could result in other injuries, balance problems, and hip joint wear and tear. Ouch.
BUT…there’s a way to cure it! Get OFF your butt and move around. Well, our favorite place to move around…a lot…is Disney World. Think about it…where else are you going to get tens of thousands of steps in EVERY day? It’s incredible the kind of exercise we’re all willing to do when we’re in the magic, right?
Walking around Disney World is good for you!
According to Women’s Health, walking is the best way to cure dead butt syndrome, but also the best way to prevent it. So the next time someone asks you why you’re going to Disney World again, just tell them that it’s for your health. No more dead butt!
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Thanks for giving me a legitimate reason for returning to Disney world constantly 😀