Driving my sister to school this morning, I had forgotten the high school days. While I was wearing a cut off tee and some old shorts, my little sis was wearing this adorable sundress and sandals. I caught myself thinking jeeze, this looks just like a fashion show...my father was right when he used to tease me about it! The girls and guys alike parading around in the newest trends, hoping to be noticed.
In reality however, these mannerisms transcend the age groups, not just high school and especially into the fitness world. We are all well aware that a large influence on the physically active is purly vanity, while worrying a bit about strength and performance here and there. But when it comes down to it, vanity reigns. We want to look better, be better, faster, and stronger than our peers and even those that we should not be competing with in the first place! What we must realize and commit to is the only worthy competition is to ourselves.
Be active and eat healthy to boost your wellness and quality of life. When people ask what you are training for, respond; life! Sure go ahead and let vanity contribute to survival, but understand that the importance of vanity will fade, and with that, your intensity about exercise and nutrition cannot. Be wellness minded not just appearance minded. This will help support you in the most vital 'fashion'. Stay healthy and strong, and in that vitality, be happy. Live long, live strong!
- Jannel
In reality however, these mannerisms transcend the age groups, not just high school and especially into the fitness world. We are all well aware that a large influence on the physically active is purly vanity, while worrying a bit about strength and performance here and there. But when it comes down to it, vanity reigns. We want to look better, be better, faster, and stronger than our peers and even those that we should not be competing with in the first place! What we must realize and commit to is the only worthy competition is to ourselves.
Be active and eat healthy to boost your wellness and quality of life. When people ask what you are training for, respond; life! Sure go ahead and let vanity contribute to survival, but understand that the importance of vanity will fade, and with that, your intensity about exercise and nutrition cannot. Be wellness minded not just appearance minded. This will help support you in the most vital 'fashion'. Stay healthy and strong, and in that vitality, be happy. Live long, live strong!
- Jannel
Jannel, so much depth and wisdom at such a young age, beautifully written :) Xo Denise
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ReplyDeleteExercise for Longevity. Too many people seem to lose grasp of that concept. The appearance will come with all the rest.
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Preach Girl. PREACH!!!
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