My Motivation to Work Out

Cute Girl at the Gym
I have been putting off my physical "condition" for several years now. Well, not totally. I did quit smoking January first 2007 and went vegetarian ... um, okay, I went total lacto-ovo pescetarian and definitely not vegan, but hey, it's my small part to save the planet and my own health. The dietary changes helped me keep my weight down after quitting smoking but I still suffered what appeared to be inches being applied to my waistline. No one who knows me would say that I was overweight but they would admit that the old tire around the middle has gotten a bit out of hand of late. I know it is just a matter of watching my diet, eating proper portions, cutting out on certain "bloating" foods and get some regular exercise. Of course, the getting regular exercise part is what I am struggling with. Everyone needs to have a goal or vision in mind that provides them with incentive and focus to stay on track. While researching exercise incentives I found the above instructional video that clearly detailed the necessary steps to stay motivated with any serious exercise regime. This insightful, dedicated and inspirational instructor has given me the motivation and "can do" spirit I was needing to commit to working out and getting rid of that old Michelin Man profile. I think I will begin with walking every evening and then quickly move to extreme sheep herding as my primary choices for exercise. I know I can be successful in my efforts ... That is, I will once I can stop watching my motivational video.