A healthy lifestyle is not an easy thing for everyone.
Yeah, we all have our struggles.
The hardships people go through are all different and unique to every person in several ways. One thing is for sure, though, and it is the fact that being “healthy” or “fit” can be the hardest challenge for some of us.
Whether it is you or not, you will see it every day and hear about it every day. Someone suffering from obesity over here, another dealing with Type II Diabetes over there, one trying to handle cardiovascular disease on a daily basis, or even just someone who simply is not happy with who they see in the mirror.
I’m not here to tell you that life can be hard because you already know that. I AM here to tell you that life is what you make it and it can be an amazing ride. You have no idea how much living a healthy lifestyle and exercising regularly can impact your life entirely.
We’ve all heard the phrase, “Strength in numbers” more than likely at some point in our lives. While everyone will have a different interpretation or application of this phrase, I believe it can apply to a healthy lifestyle being successful.
The more positive influential factors you have supporting this healthy lifestyle the more powerful it will become. A regular workout regimen, a healthy and sound diet, a decent amount of sleep every night, a trainer/coach who knows what they are doing, and family and friends who are in your corner for support; these are some of the positive influential factors I was talking about that will build your chance of success in regards to leading a healthy lifestyle and seeing the amazing outcome it can have on the REST of your life.
See!Strength in numbers.
So, life can be hard. However, we now know that life can be what you make it as well and you can make it a pretty incredible experience.
There will be times where you want to quit your workout.
You just can’t stand to do another rep and are tired of your muscles burning and your lungs crying.
You might question why you’re even doing this and contemplate dropping it all right there.
But in this moment, you must remember all of the positive things that come from your suffering in the gym and dedication to your healthy lifestyle:
The friends you make from working with others.
The sense of accomplishment you feel by making it to your goal.
The great example you’re setting for your children and the rest of your family.
The INSPIRATION you give to those who are struggling.
The amazing way living healthy makes your body feel…
And, of course, the great changes you have seen in your body.
Remember that fighting to be healthy is worth it.
So, yes, life can be hard. Working out and eating well can be hard. Dedicating yourself to lead a better quality of life can be hard. But, in the end, you have to PERSEVERE.
-Coach Sean