How Fitness Helps You Do What You Want to Do
Although 2020 was a tough year for so many of us, it has given us the opportunity to re-think our priorities. Many people, now working remotely, have realized that they can actually live anywhere, and have opted to move out of the cities, to places that have more space, and are closer to family and nature.
And as the virus seems to be subsiding, and life slowly edging back towards “normal,” it might be a good time to revisit what’s on your “bucket list” of things you want to do at least once in life. So…
Do you want to see your grand kids get married?
Do you want to wear a dress you wore years ago but have outgrown?
Maybe you want to climb a local hill – or Mount Kilimanjaro.
We all have a list with items like these on it. Creating a bucket list is fun way to make plans or just daydream about what would make our lives more inspired and fulfilling.
And no matter what you’re planning to tackle on your bucket list, being fit will help you do it!
Let’s look at common reasons people over 50 decide to get fit or stay fit. What does each one inspire you to do? How can strength, endurance, and agility make those aspirations come true?
Here are 7 Reasons…
Grand kids. Nobody wants to be the “boring nana,” right? Millions of today’s grandparents play active roles in their grand kids’ lives. Bucket List Item: That can be as simple as getting on the floor to play – and then being able to get back up again.
Feel, Look and Move Better. Most of us want the benefits of exercise because we know it can help us to tone up, lose weight, and feel more agile. It’s no different for people over 50. Exercise improves your mood, your appearance, and your mobility. Bucket List Item: I want to look great at my 50th high school reunion.
Hobbies. Gardening and hiking are just two of the physically demanding hobbies that people enjoy and want to continue, regardless of age. Bucket List Item: Take a ballroom dance course to dazzle your partner.
Sports. Some people go to the gym because they like to work out. But for many, working out helps to keep them strong and flexible, so that they can do the other things they love to do. Bucket List Item: Play 18 holes at every course in the country.
Travel. The pandemic really will be over one day. And when it is, you want to resume checking off the places you’ve always wanted to visit. Bucket List Item: Take walking tours of the great European capitals and museums.
Mental Health. You might know that exercise is good for your body. But did you realize it’s also great for your mind, helping to build memory and ward off dementia? Bucket List Item: I want to win Trivial Pursuit with my younger family members.
Physical Health. Did you hear about the real “wonder drug” to help keep your body healthy? It’s called exercise!!! Movement is medicine, and fitness can helps us to avoid and to recover from common surgeries and illnesses. Bucket List Item: I want my doctor to take me off certain medications.
It really doesn’t matter what you want to do – or whether your goals are small or more adventurous. It’s my job to help you stay fit so that you can live life on your own terms for as long as you want.
Show me your bucket list and let’s get to work on it!
