One of the biggest challenges facing our society is obesity. May is a good month to combat that because it’s National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. Being active is an important aspect of living a long and healthy life and combating obesity. Before running for Congress, I had started running half marathons and training for a full one, and I’d never felt better. Whether you walk, run or play sports, being active is something that clears your mind and is fun and enjoyable. And being active is an important part of staying healthy and fit – for both young and old. There are so many ways to stay fit: walk around your block, go biking around your neighborhood, or take a hike through a local park. And, if you’re out in west Texas, the Big Bend and Davis Mountains have lots of mountains to climb. If you’re up for it, Guadalupe Peak is the highest mountain in Texas, and it’s a national park. I used to think that I would be young forever, but as I get older, I understand why it’s easier sometimes to just sit and do nothing. My knees hurt. My feet hurt. But, like many of you, I have incentive. I want to live to see my son grow up, and to meet my grandkids. So, it’s become more meaningful to me to encourage everyone to stay fit, to be active, and to spread the word about how important it is to keep going. We can’t sit down and do nothing – that’s when we start to waste away. Physical activity helps strengthen your bones, and your muscles, and will lower risk for chronic diseases – all important for living a long and healthy life and for playing with both old and young at heart. Last thing, recently, the Robert Wood Foundation and the University of Wisconsin named Presidio County in West Texas as the healthiest county in the state. Congratulations to Marfa and Presidio and all the communities in Presidio County. And, for the rest of us, let’s catch up to Presidio County. It’s never too late to take your health into your own hands.
Posted on: Sat, 24 May 2014 01:10:00 +0000
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