Sometimes life gets a little crazy. We take on extra tasks at work, or we have family issues arise, or we get a new puppy, or any number of other things. We get stressed. We feel like there’s not enough time. And we seriously consider skipping our workouts.
Let’s do them anyway. Here’s why.
First, it’s the oxygen mask thing. We have to take care of ourselves in order to do all those other things we are supposed to do. If we neglect our health, we aren’t going to last long enough to finish that important project or help that kid or train that puppy. Sometimes that might not feel all that motivational because, really, it would be nice if someone else dealt with those things; fortunately, I have another good reason.
Endorphins. When we work out, our body feels better and our brains do, too. We get all those natural feel-good chemicals flowing and we end up less stressed out, more cheerful. We may not be able to take things out on our coworkers or family or pets, but we can certainly take stuff out on the weights; they don’t mind.
For bonus points, we also get stronger when we work out. Strength is a useful skill for many tasks in the gym and in the wider world.
Go play.
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