The Usefulness of Exercise
November5
Gertie:
There is an interesting article/blog post today in the NY Times about the usefulness of exercise when it comes to losing weight.
While I’m often limit my comment reading on major forums like the Times because it can make you hate the internet, if not all of humanity, the comments on this particular article are rather fascinating. There are a lot of familiar voices from people who have struggled for years with diet and exercise, as well as others discussing the health benefits of staying active and fit beyond numbers on a scale.
What do you all think?
Exercise didn’t help me lose weight, but I really like how it’s shaped my body. There’s no way I’d have the strength and definition I do today without resistance training. I think too many people focus on weight loss rather than the health (and cosmetic) benefits of exercise.
And I totally agree about reading comments on sites such as the New York Times. Ugh. Some people have NO filters!
I think a lot has to be said for genetics. Some people pulled a great genetics card and will likely remain slim for a lifetime with minimal effort. I pulled the “stay ‘thick’ with a tendency for ‘chunkiness’ if I don’t watch it” card. While I don’t think people should simply be resigned to being larger based of what their parents and grandparents look like, it will take a bit (or a lot) more effort.
Kate, I feel your pain. Don’t let a few days throw you off. You’re a Phenomenal Woman, Maya Angelou-style. It’ll get there. Time does wonders.
That being said, I just enjoyed two Dove mini chocolates with messages on the inside of the foil wrapper. The first said, “One’s best success comes after one’s greatest disappointments.” The second said, “Chocolate therapy is, oh, so good.” Thought it fit perfectly. Dove philosophy.