My family is pretty athletic and we all grew up playing sports. I was physically active from a very young age and was all throughout high school. Once I came to BYU my freshman year, I stopped playing basketball and I rarely went to the gym. I got completely out of shape. I have had some productive summers attending the gym since then, but overall I am always staying inside and never getting physical exercise. Many counselors I have talked to in the past have always stressed the importance of physical exercise. On top of it already being healthy for my physical body, it benefits our emotional health more than anyone realizes. It stimulates endorphins in our brain and we become more happy and uplifted.
So what? I have realized I am not as happy as I used to be and I think it could be my lack of physical exercise. I want to keep my body and emotional health at it's best, so I need to work out more.
Now what? I am going to start going back to 24 hour fitness again. My pass goes on for another year so I need to take advantage of that opportunity. I am going to start out going 3 times a week for an hour... then to 5 days. I think by making a plan and a schedule it will keep me on top of my goal.
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