Getting healthy and strong

I've started working out again. Mainly I'm lifting weights and riding the stationary bike. It feels good to be taking care of myself. My goal is to get down to between 150 and 155 pounds and to build muscle. My current weight is 163 pounds. I've also started paying closer attention to the things I eat. In the past I ate a lot of junk food. Now I'm trying to eat lots of fruits and vegetables and eat less processed, pre-packaged foods.


I have to say, this is also having a result that I didn't expect. I'm feeling more in control of my life. Maybe it's the endorphins that are released from exercise. Or maybe it's the fact that I'm taking an active role in taking care of myself. But I feel a lot better about things. This is something I should have done a long time ago. I don't know why I waited so long to get back into working out regularly. I'd like to look into taking up a martial art. But first I need to decide which one to study.

The idea of getting into shape and getting healthy is exciting. I'm glad I finally decided it was time to take control.