More than anything, feeling less depressed lately has been because of the exercise I've been doing. I've known for a long time the benefits of regular exercise from a lot of reading on the topic and just talking to people that do. But there's a big disconnect when it comes to knowing something and then doing something. I think that's where many of us fall down. We know what's good for us, but we have a hard time putting it into action. But once you've had a taste of the reward from being diligent with something, it's easier to keep going with it. On the days I don't exercise, I really just don't feel as good as the days I do. And the days that I do exercise, I feel stronger physically and more balanced mentally. A huge part of me is asking myself "Why didn't you do this YEARS ago???" Well...I am a believer in things happening for a reason and certain things entering your life when you're ready for them. So maybe it was just time.
Today I shared my workout video, called the 30 Day Shred, with a friend down the street. She's someone I met many years ago and even though we just live a few houses from each other, we've lost touch. I caught up with her recently and discovered that she enjoys working out at home. I thought she would love the video, so I took her down a copy and put it in her mailbox.
By the way....how does one start exercising and actually GAIN weight? lol
Does blogging count as exercise? How about reading a blog? I have to click the mouse 4 or 5 times to get here...and you're right...it usually makes me feel sooo much better : )
ReplyDeleteYes it must...writing and reading should count for at least 1000 calories burned right? lol
ReplyDeleteMuscle weighs more than fat....I'm sure it's all the muscle mass you're building....lol...
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