The Universe is in constant motion. The galaxies are moving away from each other. The Milky Way, itself, spirals around for all eternity. The earth, our home, circles around the sun. If it were to stop, life would not exist. If movement were to stop we would not exist.

Everything is in a state of movement. Vibration is a form of movement. If you were to strum the stings of a guitar and watch it move or listen to the echo of a drum, that is vibration. All life has a vibration. Everything from the smallest rock to the largest animal vibrates. We as humans must be in constant motion to live. Our lungs and hearts are in constant motion. Our organs and our bones must move in someway to continue life. Movement is in all things.

The Universe was designed in such a way that stagnation and immobility is considered waste and begins the “death” process of decay. When the heart stops mammals die. Scientists are finding that lack of movement in the human body allows itself to open up to disease. Osteoporosis, for example, is caused by lack of nutrients and a sedentary life style. The number one way to battle this disease is to lift weights. For this strengthens bones density. The lymphatic system cannot move on its own. Unlike the cardiovascular system, it has no pump and depends on the movement of the muscles to help circulate lymph to aid in the healing process. Without movement and exercise we do not heal and recover as quickly.

The human body was designed for rigorous exercise and to be fuel efficient, burning as little calories as possible. Most of the heat that comes from our bodies comes directly from our muscles. Exercise and movement keep us healthy and fight the signs of ageing. Look at a weight lifter or a person who does yoga compared to someone who is sedentary and you will see a difference in many aspect of their bodies. One of them being healthy and tighter skin.

Movement of the body is essential in living a magickal life. The Native American Shamans believe that a powerful medicine man can gracefully hunt and work with the tribe as well as heal the sick. In all tribal societies around the world, the shaman was just as strong as the most talented hunters!

As a magickian who works with the dead I am constantly making sure that I live a healthy life style that includes rigorous exercise. This helps me stay connected with life and the cycles of the earth. If I were to loose this connection, I would soon venture off with the Shades that seek my aide. This would not benefit anyone. The ancient Greek necromancers were feared, not just because of their power over the dead, but because they looked as if they were soon to join them. Also, the Viking priests were quick to pick up the sword as they were the runes! As a magickian, if you continue your physical exercise as well as your magickal ones, you will see your powers grow beyond what you thought was possible.

Once, I was told, that a man could be either a magickian or a warrior. It was impossible to do both. To that, I say, keep your limitations if you will. I choose to do as I will, for nothing is impossible!