When I started my journey towards a healthy lifestyle, I had no clue about how my life was going to change. I knew that I had to do something about exercise and began to walk 25 miles a week. I actually enjoyed it. I made up games with how I swung my arms and competing with other walkers even though they didn't know I was competing against them. My goal was to be walking when they quit that day. Music played a huge role in my enjoyment of walking. I developed a love for going out and walking almost everyday. I started jogging a little just to get my heart rate up. Every day, I jogged farther than the day before. One day, I jogged a whole mile and was shocked. On Thanksgiving 2009, I did my first 5k with my youngest daughter, Tiffany. The picture that is posted is of that day. I won a medal. I came in third place in my age group. I know, there were only three people in my age group. So, it began. I was hooked on running in events. I began to make goals and have run in over 30 races in 12 states so far including the Disney Half-Marathon and the Chicago Marathon. Tiffany has been my running buddy in those races. It has been fun. There have been injuries and challenges but it has been fun.
I believe that running is the main reason that I have maintained my healthy/fit lifestyle. It is fun! That is my suggestion for you if you are struggling with being healthy and fit. Find a fun exercise. Biking, hiking, walking, running, weight lifting, swimming, tennis, racquetball, basketball....there are lots of choices but find what is fun for you! Don't wait to do it. Investigate what is available in your area and get involved. Your health depends on it and it is fun. Do something fun!
