Why Be Healthy?

My story today is inspired by my beautiful daughter, Ava. She is constantly asking me why I want to be healthy. My response is...."To live FOREVER!" Then I explain that I want to be in the best shape that I can be. Also, working out has always allowed me to clear my mind. Working out is my time to think about my day, make plans, daydream, etc.

When it comes down to it my drive for health and fitness is completely for myself. I want to be happy with how I look and for that reason I get up early and work out every morning and go to judo or the gym at night. Yes, I might seem a little ACTIVE, but if I didn't do this daily I wouldn't feel like myself.


Most recently I completed the 21-Day Fix which allowed me to lose 10 lbs and drop a size.

This transformation provided me with the motivation to kick my work outs into high gear. You'll hear me talking about the 21-Day Fix a lot. It worked for me and it CAN work for you. Once you are mentally ready then it's time to do the work.

No, I'm not perfect. I try not to take the number on the scale to heart. I only weigh myself to make sure I'm staying on track. I do eat things I shouldn't and when I get off track I use the 21-Day Fix to get me headed in the right direction again. When it comes down to it I want to be happy with what I look like based on how my clothes fit and how I look in the mirror.

My kids see how hard I work. They'll work out with me and try to do the same things I'm doing. They see how I TRY to eat healthy. They also see me eat the bad stuff which just shows that I'm human. My hope is that I can provide my kids with a good foundation for their health and fitness. I want them to know that it is an important part of their lives.

Whatever your reason may be to work out, find a plan that works  for you. I hope that in some way I am able to MOTIVATE you!