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Health & Fitness

Make the Time

If you have been putting yourself on the back burner, it's time to stop. Don't think that when "X" happens, then I'll have time for me. As soon as "Y" is over, then I'll go to the gym. Right now is the perfect time.

Make the Time

We live in a busy, busy world.  We are always rushing from one thing to the next.  If you are like most of us, you have a long to-do list and a long list of people or things that need your attention.

If you have been putting yourself on the back burner, it’s time to stop.  Don’t think that when “X”  happens, then I’ll have time for me.  As soon as “Y” is over, then I’ll go to the gym.  Right now is the perfect time.  You will be a much better partner, son/daughter, employee, parent, etc. if you are healthy, fit and strong!  Place high value in yourself and make your health and wellness a priority.

Our website (MyStrongerSelf.com) and fitness studio walls (and classes) are full of success stories of busy people who have improved their health and fitness.  Most show a dramatic change in their body, some document improved health with a decrease in medication, and all report much improved fitness and energy.  You owe it to yourself to enjoy the multitude of benefits from regular exercise! Here's just a few:

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  • Improve mood by stimulating brain chemicals that may leave you feeling happier and more relaxed.
  • Boost energy.  Exercise delivers oxygen and nutrients to your tissues to help your cardiovascular system work more efficiently giving you more energy to go about your daily chores.
  • Sleep better.  Regular physical activity can help you fall asleep faster and deepen your sleep.  More energy and better sleep?  Who doesn’t have time for that?
  • Have fun.  We have a variety of fun classes, instructors, and members at My Stronger Self.  So many of our clients comment on how surprised and pleased they were when they first joined and found the members so friendly, supportive and encouraging of each other.  As well as muscles, many great friendships have been built inside our fitness studio! 
  • Combat health conditions and diseases.  No matter what your current weight, being active boosts good cholesterol and decreases unhealthy triglycerides.  It also can help you prevent or manage a wide range of health problems, including stroke, metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes, depression, some types of cancer, arthritis and falls.

Bottom line:  Exercise is a great way to feel better, gain health, and have fun.  Put yourself high on your priority list.  Don’t let your current physical condition keep you from walking in the door.  Just start where you are and move forward.  You are worth it.  Start now.

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