Every day, I workout first thing in the morning.
I am committed to my physical fitness, health and overall well-being. I know that keeping myself in shape requires dedication and work. I benefit from my efforts by feeling energized, maintaining a proper weight and avoiding health issues. While my peers have undergone multiple surgeries and are required to take a variety of prescription medications, I strictly see the doctor for an annual check-up and take nothing but natural vitamins. I’ve noticed that many of my friends have slowed down and been forced to give up hobbies they enjoy. I still take my kayak out on the lake, ride my bike, hike, play tennis and tackle home improvement projects. I enjoy gardening, traveling and playing with my grandkids. However, I am not always eager to exercise. There are nights of insomnia that result in my feeling exhausted in the morning. I sometimes wake up with headaches, stiff joints or sore muscles. There are busy days when I can’t find enough time in my schedule to accomplish everything. No matter the excuses, I never skip my workout. I know how easy it would be to fall out of the habit. My exercise sessions are a priority. Not every workout is satisfying or maximizes potential benefits. I can sometimes use uplifting music to get myself motivated. I can frequently get inspired by following along with a workout video or an exercise app on my phone. Now and then I go for a very slow run or devote a lot of time to my warm up, stretching and the cool down. However, the majority of workouts are rewarding. I get my heart pumping, work my lungs and manage to get sweaty and out of breath. I push myself to be stronger, faster and have more stamina.