I often get asked by patients, not only how I find the time to exercise, but why do I exercise? By the end of each day, the answer becomes easier. This weekend was a perfect example of that.
First, on saturday, there was the State Cross Country meet in Sioux Falls. Here Nick is competing, and for a 9th grader on varsity, does very well. The weather was perfect, and I did a lot of running just to keep up in order to take pictures. Then when this was done, it was back in the car to go home and make it to the school in order to see my girls at the annual TUCKS dance, which they have been planning for months.
We got back in time to be able to take pictures quick before the grand march and presentation of all of the couples. The girls were very happy that we got back in time for this.
So why do I exercise? I have too many things to do and see in regards to my kids. I want to be around for a long time and be a part of their lives, and participate in those activities. I want to be healthy enough to be around for them. These are some of my main driving forces, the things that keep me motivated and enthusiastic about my health, and my daily exercise. I am staying in shape, and feel better, but the bottom line is I am doing this for my kids and my family. Hopefully they will be stuck with me for a long time. I, and they, would not want to have it any other way! Have a good week coming.
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 1487
