Persperation or Inspiration?

This morning Matt and I set out to go for a run to find that the wind was blowing harsh and cold. I read that it is good to vary the intensity and scenery of your runs so we decided to do an easier run around the neighborhood. All was well until we turned around to head back towards our apartment, for we realized the wind had been blowing to our backs and now we got to face it full on.

For those reading who do not know, I am a solid believer in the LDS faith; the true church of Christ restored on the Earth. I have never been good at reading scriptures in the morning though have always believed it to be the most important time to do so. I have found that when I follow the Words of Wisdom fully (http://www.lds.org/topics/word-of-wisdom?lang=eng for more information), I am able to follow other commandments that I had previously struggled with. It is so much easier to read the words of God in the morning before I set out for the day when I have taken the time to rise early and take care of my body.


Everyone has someone in their life that has helped inspire them, mine is my dad. He is an incredible man. He gets up at 4am every morning to work out and is in the best shape of his life while going on 50. When I was young we would go together at 5am most every morning, he would run and I would ride my bike. This, though seemingly small, helped charter the course of my life to help me want to be more fit, like my dad. In turn, this has helped my husband want to be more fit and we have both found immense joy in taking care of our bodies because of my dad's determination. 

I hope to help inspire someone who does not like to run or exercise. It's not always the easiest or most enjoyable thing but once you have done it, you'll find you were glad you did so. Being sore is better than being sorry.