Start Where You Are: Embracing a New Health and Fitness Regime, TODAY
The time is to get started is now — always.
“Start where you are, use what you have, do what you can.”
- Arthur Ashe
In the realm of personal development, few quotes resonate as profoundly as this one from Arthur Ashe. It encapsulates the essence of taking action, no matter the circumstances. When it comes to health and fitness, this philosophy is particularly pertinent. Often, we find ourselves waiting for the “perfect” moment to begin a new regime — whether it’s the start of a new week, month, or year. However, the truth is, there is no better time than now.
I was reminded of the quote recently during a hike while on vacation. I was sweating profusely, regretting that my annual intention to get in shape for summer had failed. The inner-debate over when I might eventually take myself in hand raged as I considered when I might finally get back to getting in shape.
This essay explores the merits of starting a new health and fitness regime immediately and provides five practical steps to help you live more healthily and lose weight. It’s advice to myself as much as to you, dear reader.
