So, let’s focus on the health-fitness connection. Fitness supports overall good health. That is not to say that a fit person will not get sick. Anyone can fall ill at any time.

Fitness supports your body’s daily performance, and it reduces the toll that time can take on the body. The point that I hope to convey is that we all need to take a risk on fitness. You can never lose. It’s a win-win!

If you feel like you are losing your fitness aspirations, you may need to re-evaluate your approach to fitness. For example, if you go to the gym every day, walk on the treadmill for an hour, and notice minimal physique changes, you may need to change your approach. The treadmill is a good cardio exercise. Cardio exercises improve lung functioning, heart functioning, and overall vascular wellness. If you desire to increase body muscular strength, you should consult your doctor.

If you are not sure what fitness entails, please research. When I researched improving muscular strength, I looked at the daily regiments of body builders. Now, I don’t aspire to be a bodybuilder; however, I gained a whole lot of insight on what it takes to transform the body.

My research also led me to supplements. I do take a daily vitamin and biotin; however, I am not investing in other supplements. My focus is on eating well, sleeping 7-8 hours a night, stretching daily, and working out my upper twice a week and lower body three times a week.

If you allow yourself, you may fall in love with working out.

And if you do, it will be a life changing event that you will not regret

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Power of Fear vs Rewards of Risk

Why is fear generally stronger than risk? When the rewards of risk can be great? One could say it’s wisdom guiding you. One could say it’s fear of failure holding you back. It does depend on the situation.

So, let’s focus on the health-fitness connection. Fitness supports overall good health. That is not to say that a fit person will not get sick. Anyone can fall ill at any time.

Fitness just helps your body perform each day, and it reduces the toll that time can take on the body. The point that I hope to convey is that we all need to take a risk on fitness. You can never lose. It’s a win-win!

If you feel like you are losing your fitness aspirations, you may need to re-evaluate your approach to fitness. For example, if you go to the gym every day to increase your fitness level, and you only walk on the treadmill for an hour and notice minimal physique changes, you may need to change your approach. The treadmill is a good cardio exercise. It improves lung, heart function, and overall vascular strength. If you desire to increase body muscular strength, you may need to consult your doctor for an approved weightlifting regiment.

If you are not sure where to begin, I suggest you research. I looked at the daily regime of some bodybuilders. I don’t desire to be a bodybuilder; however, I gained a whole lot of insight on what it takes to transform the body to a desired level. Also, I am not looking to invest in a bunch of money on supplements. I am focusing on eating well, sleeping 7-8 hours a night, stretching daily, and working my upper and lower body 5 times a week

Please do your research. Talk to your doctor. If you allow yourself, you may fall in love with working out, and it will be a life changing event that you will not regret!

Contemplate:

• Are you looking for a new direction in life?

Just as a car needs maintenance so does the human body. You cannot drive a car forever and not expect it to quit on you. You cannot rip and run every day and expect the body to remain healthy and fit.

I have a dear friend who plays tennis. She’s a spectacular tennis player, who is dedicated to the sport. We are both experiencing muscle atrophy. Our bodies are deteriorating due to our lack of strength maintenance.

It’s what one may call “a self-inflicted wound”. We both understand what’s going on, but for some reason, we prefer to remain in a state of denial.

For me, I resisted getting in shape because the hill was too steep to climb. When every aspect of your body needs attention that’s not a simple task. It takes the time and dedication. It means you must place caring for yourself as a priority.

For many, finding time for yourself is challenging and maybe not desirable? Depending on how long you have neglected your body, you may feel like the journey is too much to bear. It’s like opening the door to a messy car. Where do you start? First, I would clear the trash off the floors.

When you make the mental decision to commit, the body will follow. Remember, the body cannot achieve what the mind does not believe.

Contemplate:

• How does your body feel?
• Is it time for maintenance?

We all know that we should eat better. Rest more. Exercise regularly. Stretch daily. But do we truly understand ‘why’.

In 1983, a dear friend suggested that I lose weight. I was insulted. My feelings were hurt, but I didn’t show it. I just smiled in acknowledgement. I could not grasp that he was correct.

In 1988, another friend told me that I needed to know when to “push back from the table”. He also shared that “I have never seen anyone eat the volume of food that you eat”.

In 2008, a doctor told me that I was experiencing atrophy. She sent me to physical therapy where I completed several muscle strengthening sessions. I continued the physical therapy exercises until I felt better, and then I stopped. I should not have quit. I should have maintained, continued, and strengthened my strength level.

It’s 2022. I regret my lack of knowledge in my earlier years. Now, I do recognize the importance of body strength, weight management, and muscle atrophy.

If only I could turn back the hands of time…

Contemplate:

• Do you understand your body’s strength?
• Do you understand your body’s opportunity areas?