In the Beginning ...

These days most of us move at break-neck speed.  We run from work to home, to sport or shopping and socialising, and back home again. Meanwhile all the menial chores that need doing pile up. One of the chores that piles up would be our health and general well being.

The trouble with our health is that when things start to go wrong our bodies let us know and send gentle messages, most of which are ignored.  For many of us, myself included, we don't act until that gentle message has become a piece of 4 x 2 (a lump of wood) that well and truly gets our attention. The nudge becomes a shove.

So one morning you wake up and realise that not only do you feel awful but you look awful too and no amount of sleep, caffine, nicotine or even a blast with cold water at the end of your shower can make you feel better or energise you.  It feels like you have been out clubbing solidly for the last 2 years, although if you had been clubbing you might be tired but at least you had fun right?  And if you are being honest with yourself you have been feeling pretty lackluster for quite some time.

The question here is are you just suffering a case of good old fashion neglect and abuse brought on by your behavior; by this I mean specifically, poor diet, late nights, lack of exercise etc etc.  Or is there something else going on that could probably be easily fixed with a little TLC?

Think of your body as a house plant, one that needs regular care and attention, you know, watering, feeding with special plant food, sunlight periodically and even a trip outside on the odd occasion.

If, on the other hand you have been doing your best to take care of everything including your health and you still feel generally unwell, it may be time to take some action. You need to sit down and write a list of your symptoms and probably get a blood test to find out just what ails you.

For some, the hardest part is actually making the appointment to have the blood test done; I know it was for me.  In fact you should probably have a full check up, if you have time, or the quick once over, you know blood pressure, heart rate and full blood test.  You will be glad you did.  Most people are afraid of their results but for most it is usually just a few lifestyle adjustments and a vitamin deficiency.

You deserve good health.  Now off you go and get that blood test.  I'll see you on at the next blog.


Coach Lee xx