Hitch Fit Living Magazine Volume 5 - March/April 2016 | Page 47
I believe one ultimate goal in life is to be happy. A life that is fulfilled, happy, healthy, and full of love.
We try new things, some work, some don’t. We go through ups, downs, and every direction in
between. Often times we forget what makes us happy, we stray on roads that don’t serve us, and we
come back home to make sense of it all and try something new. Sometimes we are blind-sided with the
unexpected and left picking up the pieces, not knowing which way to turn. It is a never-ending journey
and I believe a task is to simply get 1% better, every single day and trust that you can handle whatever
comes your way and do it.
The one thing I have found to never lead anyone astray, is taking care of your HEALTH. Yes, this
means taking care of you BEFORE anyone or anything else. It does not mean you are negligent in
other areas of your life, it means you’re taking ahold of your life and putting yourself first. So where
do you begin? I encourage you to take a step back and prioritize your life, putting health on the table.
Ask yourself these questions:
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Are you exercising regularly?
Are you eating a nutritious diet?
Are you fulfilled and happy?
If you are doing those things already, great! Keep going, stay persistent, and striving towards
transforming with your health as your vessel.
If you are not taking care of your health currently, there are many ways to change that! A one hour
workout is only 4% of your day and the results are astounding. Even 10 minutes a day is where you can
begin! Do you need support? Do you need encouragement? Do you need guidance? Do you need a kick
in the rear? Ask yourself what you need to help you get on the road to healthy habits and then get up,
ask for help, and get started. The biggest win is simply showing up. Because when it comes down to it,
no one cares about your excuses, we all have them, it’s about stepping outside your comfort zone and
getting connected with people who have overcome the same obstacles you see standing in your way!
YOU were put on this earth for a reason, YOU are important, and YOU can do it! Change can be scary
and unpredictable; however, there is no need to make it complicated because people are here to help
guide you! Open up, reach out and make yourself a priority. The right people and places will come
your way. Trust me, I promise you, you will be amazed at what comes back to you.
Alyssa Johnson is a Hitch Fit Transformation Trainer at the downtown location. Contact her for
training at [email protected] or visit www.HitchFitGym.com .