I'm not terribly happy that I just used a Kesha(I refuse to put a $ sign in there by the way) reference as the title to my blog post. Especially since I don't think carrying a bottle of Jack around in your handbag is the key to a healthy and youthful lifestyle.
But at any rate, part of my determination to make the most of my younger years is to really and truly get in shape. And I really mean it this time. Not my typical "I have to get ready for swim suit season" that results in a monthly round of ab exercises from April to June and then just not caring anymore. I have known for a long while now that I'm not healthy. I may be at the right weight for my height, but I am not anywhere near actually being in shape. You know how I know this is true? When I run around with the kids in the multi-purpose room I get winded VERY VERY quickly. What kind of role model am I?
So my mind is set to exercise atleast 3 times a week. We got a Kinect a month or two ago and just recently bought Your Shape. Its a great game with personal training and gym games and it keeps track of your progress and calories burned. That coupled with Dance Central and I should be on my way to being able to handle going up a single flight of stairs without feeling like I'm having a heart attack.
That's an exaggeration, but still, I always forget how good I feel after I work out. Those endorphins are no joke. And its nice to know I can get them by doing something other than eating a can of chocolate frosting. Which also brings me to my second decision to try to eat a little better. I do alright overall, especially compared to my other half, but there's always room for improvement. See frosting comment above.
I know the key to feeling young in your older years is based on how active you are. If I want to set myself up for a healthy life later on its time to take responsibility for myself and make me into the best me I can be. Corny? Maybe. But you can't deny the truth in it.
Ready? And, break!
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