However, when I consider all the benefits of working out, it definitely helps me find my motivation. There are many ways to work out beyond just running, but for right now that is my avenue since I don't have a gym membership currently. I figure if I can prove to myself to develop a workout routine and stick with it, then maybe I could justify getting a gym membership because if I'm paying for it, I'm gonna need to use it! I have also discovered this awesome organization/app called Charity Miles, which gives me yet another reason to run. I run because it makes a difference. It may be small, but if everyone contributes a small difference....that small turns into a BIG.
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| http://www.charitymiles.org/ |
I know it's tough to find time to workout during our crazy life schedules that we cram full of everything we possibly can until we are too exhausted to even think about changing into our athletic shorts and nike kicks. Despite life's craziness, I have set the goal for me to run every day this week. While that may not seem like a big deal to some, it is a HUGE deal for me. I am determined to develop a routine to stay in shape! Start by setting a small goal for yourself and find someone to hold you to it. My husband, Bo, has agreed to do the same, so we will check in with each other to see if we are staying true to our goal and not making excuses.
I've created a list of some of the amazing benefits that come from working out. When I bear these in mind, I realize how much it impacts my life and it motivates me to want it MORE!
- improves health on multiple levels
- strength (physically, emotionally, and spiritually)
- sense of accomplishment
- desire to eat lots of healthy food, which has additional benefits
- great time to burn off steam and think
- sets example for others around you of what you can do if you put your mind to it!
- able to do activities that require a lot of strength and endurance
- body that feels so ALIVE!
