Making It Happen

To be successful at anything, consistency is the key. I can't show up at Church once a year and expect to live a Christian life. I can't write once a week and expect to be a writer. I can't go to a 12th Step Meeting "when I can" and expect to recover. I can't exercise only when the sun shines if I want to be in shape. I have to make regular efforts at the things that lead to my growth for improvement to take place. This means commitment and routine. Once I develop a routine, these things soon become a habit.



How do I know? Because this is how I've experienced change in my own life.

Exercise--for Fun

Exercise has to be fun for me to be interested. Last year, I found water aerobics. I always considered this to be a class for seniors that was too easy for me. I was wrong. Water aerobics is very challenging and enjoyable, with the right instructor. Basically, you are doing aerobics in the water, but it is low impact on your joints because of the water and at the same time it is twice as much impact for your muscles. Our instructor uses different music and routines every week. If you live in downriver Michigan, check it out: the classes are held at Southgate Anderson High School and in Riverview. Lisa Henri is the instructor's name.