Firm Bodies

What does it mean to live a Firm Bodies lifestyle? Generally it means you eat healthily, you engage in a moderate exercise program,
you don't smoke, you limit alcohol consumption, and you maintain a normal weight. Sounds simple, doesn't it? Not really?

For most people, trying to balance an active lifestyle with a healthful lifestyle may seem impossible due to time constraints, job and
family commitments or just simply lack of motivation. Maintaining your health does not mean living miserably.Living a health fitness
lifestyle generally means eating right, participating in a moderate exercise program, limiting alcohol consumption, not smoking and
maintaining a normal weight. It may sound daunting to most people who are limited by job and family commitments, time constraints
or simply lack of initiative. Making sure your body is in good health does not mean you must be a slave to food and exercise. Small
changes in lifestyle can have a big impact.

Eating right does not have to be a chore. Simple changes you can make while on your next visit to the grocery store can get you on the
right path to eating better. Small substitutions like eating more fruit and veggies and eating less refined and processed foods over time
saves calories and adds nutrients to your diet. Don't force yourself to shelve your entire diet and start with something restrictive. Feeling
deprived leads to failure. Go slow and enjoy each new item you add to your diet.

Exercise does not have to be a dirty word. If you lead a sedentary lifestyle, start slow and increase your activity level as you reach small goals
you set for yourself. It may be just using the stairs at work instead of using the elevator. Over time, you might decide to walk for part of your
lunch break. Finally, you might want to join up a fitness center to add to your progress. Go at a pace you are comfortable with and enjoy.

Remember firm bodies don't happen overnight. Don't get discouraged by slow progress.