Fitness used to be for me working hard to be in the best shape so I would look good. Now that I am in my 40's fitness goes way beyond how I look, now it is about longevity. I want to be around to see my children grow up and to see their children. I want to share laughter, wisdom, and make many beautiful memories together. I feel so blessed to have 3 wonderful children in my life. I feel being a good example on how to take care of yourself is just one of the many gifts I can share with them.
As I watch T.V. and search the internet, fitness is usually marketed as something superficial, (you know the got to have sic pack abs, flat tummy, perfect busts, etc.) The industry is flooded with gimmicks and with infomercials that always have a nice price to pay for the gimmick.
Fitness means so much more than having the perfect body. It is about preventing illness, injury, life threatening diseases, and so much more. Fitness is about having more energy, emotional balance, strength, and flexibility to help you feel good, are just a few of the many benefits of fitness. It is unfortunate that PREVENTION doesn't sell nearly as well as weight loss.
The good news is Fitness is a choice, a right choice in life and one that you have complete control over your health. Take control of your fitness and you can take control of your life. Remember movement is life, movement heals, the more you move the happier you'll become. So breathe deeply, go outside and play in the sunshine and embrace each day as if it were your last.
Keeping Fitness Pure and Simple,
Sandee
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