How many of you would leave your car parked in a driveway for months at a time without giving it a crank? How many of you would drive your car for 10,000 miles without changing the oil or brake pads; without rotating the tires or checking the coolant? How many of you would knowingly fill up your tank with dirty, polluted gasoline?
We all know what would happen to our vehicles under these conditions. They would inevitably break down and be completely non-functional.
Our bodies, much like vehicles, need proper maintenance and care to stay active The human body is the greatest machines ever created; more intricate and complex than even the most expensive and advanced cars on the market today. Our bodies are the vehicles of life; they are irreplaceable, and we only get ONE.
We place such a huge demand on our bodies every day and expect for it to perform at a high level. However, do you ever find yourself questioning why you don’t have enough energy? Or why you feel so sleepy? Or why you don’t sleep well at night? The answer to all of these questions is because you are not taking care of the BASIC maintenance that your body NEEDS in order to function.
Give your body regular physical activity, and regular maintenance. This includes stretching, foam rolling, drinking plenty of water, and consuming natural and living foods. Do so before your “check engine” signal starts flashing. If it happens to light up, don’t ignore the signal. Listen to your body before it breaks down.
I love that most CrossFit gyms are old garages. It just seems so fitting!!!
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