Things have been very busy lately. I totally went past my last milestone of the newest streak–500 days–where right now I am at 557 days! My third official exercise streak.
I’ve done this before. My first streak lasted nearly 12 years–4,196 days–broken only by health issues beyond my control. After a week off, I started again, slowly, only to have my second streak end at 5 years, again, because of health issues beyond my control. And now, here I am, 557 days into the next one and going strong. Each of these streaks have taught me something different–about discipline, about listening to your body, and about what you can control versus what you can’t.
Life gets busy. Chaotic. Overwhelming. I’ve had days when work was stacked, clinic was draining, family was calling, or I was just plain tired. But I still moved! And I had my training partner to help push me, guide me, care about me–and just be with me!
Walk. Run. Bike. Lift. Repeat. It is all movement!
Sarah and I keep pushing each other. Use it or lose it! This isn’t about proving anything to anyone. It’s not about six-packs (and yes, I am talking about my abs–they are still there somewhere–just really insulated!), marathons, or personal records. It’s about showing up, even when it’s hard. Especially when it’s hard!
There will be times in life when your health–or life circumstances–pull you off the path. That’s what happened to me. and in those moments, grace is more important than grit. But once you heal…once you’re able…You lace up. You press start. You go again! It’s not about being perfect. It’s about being persistent! Keep moving everybody!
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day on Newest Streak: #557