Running just for fun

I’m one of those people who actually enjoys exercising. Even if it hurts and I’m exhausted in the middle of it I keep going because it’s more than worth it. It makes me feel good inside and out, it gives me more energy and confidence, and keeps me honest about the lifestyle I choose to live (I’m not going to undo my hard work by chowing down on junk food).

I realize not everyone shares this opinion of mine but many can appreciate it. Taking care of your body prepares you for a higher quality of life.

While I’m pretty consistent about exercising, my husband and I are not consistent about doing it together. We go in spurts; one week we do it every day, the next week maybe once or twice, and the week after that we find so many excuses that we don’t go at all. We recently started running together and this time I hope it sticks.

There are advantages to working out together. It’s time spent together. It’s pain shared together. It’s accomplishments met together. It’s accountability and motivation to continue on when you want to quit. It’s fun because we do it together and it bonds us. We haven’t yet reach any distances that would impress the world but right now it’s not about reaching those distances. It’s about consistency and commitment.

So wives, pick an activity to do with your husband and try your best to carve out time to do it regularly. It doesn’t have to be high intensity but I would encourage it to be something that keeps you active. The physical and emotional benefits will bless your marriage (wink, wink!).