“I’ve always believed fitness is an entry point to help you build that happier, healthier life. When your health is strong, you’re capable of taking risks. You’ll feel more confident to ask for the promotion. You’ll have more energy to be a better mom. You’ll feel more deserving of love” – Jillian Michaels
“Physical fitness is not only one of the most important keys to a healthy body, it is the basis of dynamic and creative intellectual activity.” – John F. Kennedy
I am by no means in my top physical form currently. I’ve never been a top athlete or have the sexist body. It’s important to know that your body does not have to be perfect. You do not have to be a perfect 10 or be featured in a fitness mag to reap the benefits of exercise.
Currently, people will come up with LOADS of reasons why not to do something. It’s easy. We can dismiss the activity or person with one tiny excuse. We stay in our comfort zone and keep going on our merry way. If it’s inconvenient, it’s not going to happen. That’s what occurs often in society now. Some typical excuses include: “I don’t have the time”, “It’s too inconvenient”,”it’s too difficult”, or my personal favorite – “why would I get sweaty on purpose?”
We’ve all been there. We know it’s important. We know we should be doing it. But, we comfort ourselves by rationalizing why it wouldn’t work. We don’t want to disappoint ourselves or others. But, life is not supposed to be 100% comfortable. It’s CRITICAL to do something you would not normally do to get the results you want.
Instead of making reasons why not to workout, think of some reasons why it IS a good idea.
- It feels good to get moving
- You think more clear after working out
- You get a sense of accomplishment by doing something difficult
- You have a better mood from working out
Of course, your body, mind, and emotions will become more healthy!
Are there other reasons you exercise? Share below! As Always, Eat, Move, and Improve!
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