It's no secret that I enjoy working out. The type of workout doesn't matter really. I enjoy running, lifting weights, B.illy B.lanks tae bo and the elliptical. I've even been known to do a little yoga. As I was working out the other day, I started thinking.... "Why do I workout?" or more importantly, "Who do I workout for?"
First, I workout for me. Frankly, it makes me feel good. If I'm moody or feeling frustrated, I workout. If I'm annoyed and everyone/everything seems to be getting on my last nerve, I workout. If I'm all happy & chipper, I workout. So I guess you could say it's a mood stabilizer of sorts.....or just keeps me in the good mood I'm already in. I'm sure there's some scientific study that shows some sort of chemical something or another regarding exercise and temperament.
Secondly, I want to feel good physically and look good. Let me clarify that this girl will never be a size 2, and I'm okay with that....more like realistic, but anyway! I want to maintain a healthy size for me. I really hate how the media portrays how every woman and girl should be super skinny and model thin. Or what's even worse for me, a celebrity mom is back to her pre baby size 2 weeks after giving birth. I know what's realistic for me and that's truly all that matters...... I can tell if I've gone 3 or 4 days with no exercise. My body just feels..... well, blah! I'll feel like I've gained 10 lbs even though I know good and well I haven't.
Third, I'll admit that I workout for my husband. I want to forever be "hot" to him. I don't need my husband's approval but I want it. I want him to be proud of the way his wife looks.... the mother of his two kids. Does this make me a bad person? I'm sure some women think so but I don't. Time moves on and we all change.... if I can "help" my appearance by working out, so be it!
Lastly (and certainly not least!), I workout for my boys. They love, love and love being outside. Always on the go! If keeping myself healthy by exercise makes me a better mom, I'm all for it! And by better mom, I mean in good health and up for whatever my boys might want to do.... now and in the future. By leading a healthy lifestyle, I'm helping ensure I'll get to see my children grow into adults and beyond..... things happen I know but I can increase the odds in my favor by choices I make.
Do you workout? Why? I'm interested to hear. I have friends who love exercise.... friends that love to run.....and there are those I know and love that don't even like the word. HA! Talk to me! :)
8 years ago
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I am sporadic about working out. I am always active, but not always 100% focused on a workout. I do always choose the stairs, even if I'm holding my heavy kid and a full totebag. :)
I'm a junkie, too. I have to run or my life might as well be over. I do it for all the same reasons. I owe it to my man to look good and I want my daughter to grow up knowing that health is SO important and you have really owe it to yourself to be physically active. I have a lot of friends who prefer to just watch calories and they stay slim but I feel like they are missing out on this amazing life force that is only found in exercising. BUT we are all different, so maybe there are people that don't need it like I do! It is almost like a "high." I cannot get enough.
xoxo
I work out for me, it keeps me sane. I am particularly in love with running because I never thought it would be something I would get into and now I'm proud of myself for how far I've come with it. I also love nice long walks. I do work out for my husband too because, like you said, I want him to feel proud of me as his wife. I know he would find me attractive no matter what but still, I want to look and feel good too. I also want to set a good example for my boys, and I hope one day we will run races together...or get up on weekend mornings and run together. :)
I use to be all about working out but in the last few months fell off the wagon. I'm getting back into it though. But you're right... you have to do it for you!
These are all the reason I need to start working out again!!!
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