Staying in shape at 40's

To be in shape and looking good in your 40’s is alot of hard work. They say “no pain, no gain”. It’s true especially for those who are vain. It’s blood, sweat and tears to stay in shape and look good. What more if you’re in your 40’s and a couple more years you’ll be hitting the 50’s mark.

My husband always tell me I’m obsessive about my looks. Personally, i think it is good to have that attitude because it is what motivates me to stay in shape and healthy.

Looking good has a positive effect in every person. I don't sit on my laurel feeling overly confident that I would stay slender at 98lbs especially now that I'm just 3 years away from 50! Our body changes so fast once you hit 40. Gone are the days when you can eat a pound of M&M's and all the junk food that you can ever imagine without having to worry about your weight.

To stay fit and look good has a high price tag to it whether you go under the knife or just simply doing your favorite sport or going to the gym. Putting the money issue aside, I think one important factor is finding time and having the right attitude to do whatever is necessary to stay fit. It's hard though especially if you're married and working full time. Everyday, I try to squeeze at least an hour to go to the gym. Most days I end up going at 9pm and by then I'm all beat up and I struggle running on the treadmill.

Last month, I decided to join the running team in our office. And the goal is to run at the Pasadena Marathon this November. Oooops!, let me make that clear...I'm not running the whole marathon; not even the half marathon....only the 5K run. This is something that I've been wanting to do and I'm quite excited and a little too anxious about it. Hopefully, I do good with my training and, finish the race!

Wish me luck!