Fifty and Femme

Hi Everyone-I hope today finds you happy and enjoying the beginning signs of spring. How are you doing on planning exercise in your day? How about setting your goals? Hopefully, we have you up and running anticipating warmer spring days and activities in the fresh air. Spring break starts for us this weekend and an extended family reunion on the beach. Hence, the Yikes!! Swimsuits with my darling daughters and nieces, who are all in their 20’s and 30’s with their cute 20 and 30 year old bodies!! Oh well, what can a 56 year old female do to compete with that?! Nothing, absolutely nothing, but just enjoy them and myself as well. Would I want to be their age again??—-No way! However, looking like them would be nice, but what’cha gonna do! What I am going to do is call in my support system. Someone who appreciates me for me. You can do the same thing with your exercise partner. Find someone who is willing to exercise with you-let your enthusiasm motivate them or visa versa. Look to family, friends, coworkers, etc. If you are having a difficult time finding someone to exercise with you, look for someone who will support your efforts. They have your best interests in mind and they will encourage your efforts. Stay away from those who will sabotage your efforts. I mean really, who needs them?! Maybe an explanation for your choice to live a healthy lifestyle will encourage them to join you. At the very least, help support you. OK, three more days until I am in my swimsuit. How about a little encouragement??!! I need it, but what the heck, I am going to enjoy myself regardless of how I look. Hope you all enjoy your spring break as well. I will let you all know how it all went. Happy Exercising, Kathy