My Story Sixteen years ago I lost 100lbs. I began by walking and

then working out at a gym. I then sought out Weight Watchers and learned how to balance my nutrition.

Today I still practice this lifestyle, working out 5 sometimes 6 days a week, resting on Sundays.

I have since become a Fitness Instructor and a marathon runner.

I’d like to persuade you all to see how important being a good steward over your body helps you to be more effective for Christ.

A Healthy Lifestyle has Rewards A Healthy Lifestyle has many rewards:

It controls stress

Increases self esteem and confidence

Gives you more energy

Gives you an active body which aids in you sleeping well.

A Healthy Lifestyle has benefits Choosing to have a fit and healthy lifestyle has many

benefits:

It lowers the cost of Health Insurance and Life Insurance.

It gives you a stronger immune system which reduces the risk of Cancers.

It lowers the risk of mental disorders due to the fact that you tap into those happy chemicals that your body naturally make.

Deciding to Get Moving My light bulb moment

Dinner at home one night with my family

God spoke to me- Go for your walk the cleanup can wait.

Walking the neighborhood – 2 laps, 4 laps, working at a gym, then joining weight watchers.

Learning how to portion my food and what food I should eat.

Aids in other parts of Life Increases and improves memory

Better posture and strengthens your bones

Look Better- Healthy weight and better skin