Since Muscles are on the Inside, Is that What Counts?

 #51  12/19/2025


The best way to predict your future is to create it. Abraham Lincoln


Fit Tip: Forget the Aesthetic

Many, if not most, get into fitness in an effort to change their appearance. I do not think there is anything wrong with that as there are benefits such as increasing one's confidence. However, chasing the aesthetic should not be the only goal or the main objective. There are bigger and better reasons for working out and eating healthy. You have a responsibility to take care of the body you are given. You may also have kids or grandkids to chase around. Do you want to be the parent who plays soccer with your child or who pays to watch someone else practice with them? Do you want to finally travel to a sandy beach just to plop down and read a book, or are you gonna run in and swim in the ocean? 

You might not be as interested in doing active things, but I assure you, you will be interested in getting up a flight of stairs by yourself as you age. Finding purpose in something besides a certain look will better allow you to achieve a healthy, strong body. 


Just Getting Started?

Not sure where to begin in your health journey? Here is a post from August with your simple and actionable guideline. Trust the process and advance as you are able. 

https://durabledads.blogspot.com/2025/08/i-cant-carry-it-for-you.html


December Challenge: Start Before the New Year

Whatever you have been dragging your feet to start doing, do it this month. Set a goal; make it small and actionable. Be specific. Whatever your new habit is, can you continue it forever? Starting now, during the busy holidays is the best time to start. Life will always be busy, there will always be something to set you off the rails; start that new healthy habit now so you will be sure to continue it in 2026. 

Win the weekend!


Brad


Durable Dad Training

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