If not now, then when?

I work in health care, and every day I’m in the hospital I see things that never should have happened…I’m new to it, but I’d estimate that 75% of conditions I’ve seen there could have been prevented.  It’s all about the little everyday choices we make, the results of which accumulate over years and years…I think about these poor people (in particular type two diabetics that haven’t taken/didn’t know how to take good care of themselves) when I need some inspiration to work out or eat right.  I was lucky to grow up in a family that could afford good food and had an interest in nutrition and exercise…not everyone gets a good start and by the time some wake up to the reality of their situation it’s too late.  Before getting into healthcare I had no idea that there are thousands of people who have lost their limbs, mobility and quality of life because of uncontrolled diabetes and a sedentary lifestyle.  I feel sad for them but so very grateful that I can wake up in the morning and get myself out of bed and drive to the gym. I don’t take my ability to use the stairclimber for granted anymore (or to bathe myself, go for a walk, to see clearly, or do any of the things I love to do).  Those of us who are not stuck at home or in a hospital bed because of chronic illness are so "lucky"…but keep working your butts off to keep it that way!

Anyway, I had a particularly draining week and it’s tempting to stay here on the couch and TALK about doing something good for myself…but off to the gym I go.  Time for shoulders….

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