Invest in your health: Exercise

When it comes to investing in our health we often choose to ignore what obviously works. Take for example, EXERCISE…
Proper exercise is one of the best thing you can do for your health but not the only thing. It might be the ultimate investment opportunity. If you are willing to make the investment (commitment), you will have an abundance of energy, be more self-confident, you will feel and look healthier, more productive and discover a more joyous and fulfilling life. They are substance of high quality living and rewards that money cannot buy. You have everything to gain and nothing to lose, and still, many of us fail to act on this extraordinary opportunity. We simply choose to procrastinate or ignore the proven benefits of exercise.
Few reasons that sometimes inhibit our willingness to take a chance or make a change:
1. Fear of failure- take the first step and acknowledge the fear, then the next step will come easier. Once fear is acknowledged, it usually quiet down.
2. Indecision- this can be defeating, but doing “anything” is better than doing nothing. If you can’t decide on a particular exercise program, pick a few exercises and start with something simple. If you don’t like it, go on to the next exercise.
3. Lack of confidence- when you lack the confidence to start something new, take a deep breath and try to figure out why. Try to find out where to gain the skills you need or find someone with the right skills who can help.
4. Overwhelming task- the bigger the task, the more overwhelming it can be. Break the task aside into smaller pieces. Begin with short, simple exercises and slowly expand your routine. The absolute worse approach to exercise is to overdo it when first starting the program. Moderation is the key.
5. Unpleasant or boring task- exercise can really be boring or unpleasant. There are days when we just plain lack the enthusiasm and motivation to continue. It’s part of human nature. On days like that, focus on “why” you are doing it. There are many task we do that we may not like, but are necessary to live a productive life. Focus on the bigger picture.
6. Busy lifestyles- life just seems busy to find time for some activities. Exercise has to become part of your routine. It can’t be an option. Make it a high priority just the same as your career and other areas of interest.
To reap the benefits of exercise, you must agree to become a willing participant. It doesn’t matter if you start out just going one day per week; it is better than what you were doing before you made that commitment. Try out a different number of exercises to find something that you enjoy and which fits with your schedule.
Understand how to properly stretch. Do not just twist your neck to side or lazily reach for your toes to stretch. It is a recipe for injury.
Remember, as you embark on your journey (mission), you are investing in something near and dear to your own heart, life and a future of healthy living.