Fitness and Food!

Fitness, being fit, working out, and being active is what I am all about. I have found so much success in my life as I have continued to be active and make my health a priority in my life. Many people have looked at what I do (the many marathons, hours training, triathlons, weight lifting, etc) and think I am NUTS! Well, I guess I am, because I love it. Here is my WHY:

I love being active because it gives me energy. What? Working out is supposed to make you tired though? Well, yes and no. When I exercise regularly I have more energy and motivation in my day to accomplish everything on my To Do list, but at the end of the day I am exhausted and I sleep well.

I love being active because I feel good. Not only does it help me feel good physically, have energy and feel strong, but I also feel good about myself. When I exercise I have accomplished something, that goal for the day is done and I can feel a sense of accomplishment. Feeling good about myself helps me to be happy and to be a happier, and better wife.

I love being active because I can involve my family. By running and walking daily I get my time out with Reese and doing what we both love. We get to go to the park and play, I get to chase her and she chase me. Nothing is better than being able to keep up with the little ones. Although I don't have children, Reese is my child I get to play at the park with, chase around, and try to drain her energy so we can cuddle at the end of the day. Being active has brought new activities that Nathan and I can enjoy together. We can go for runs, bike rides, hiking and fishing. We can enjoy each others favorite activities and find new ones to do together.

I love being active because I get to really enjoy life. I have the freedom to eat that cupcake I've been craving and NOT feel guilty. Yes, if I eat the whole box I will, but portioning it right I can enjoy it and not regret it. I can enjoy the simple things of life, the sun rises and sun sets, the beauty all around me and do what I love.

Why do you like to be active? Have you not yet found your why? Are you looking for a new way to find joy in exercise?

I would LOVE to help you find activities you love to do, because nothing can beat the enjoyment of a workout so it doesn't feel like work.