12/12/2025
Exercise is a self-preservation & self elevation tool.
Overtime, I’m beginning to see habits as tools because their core purpose is to get you somewhere.
A tool by definition—is anything that helps you achieve a task more efficiently, more easily, or with better results than you could on your own. That’s exactly what exercise does.
It strengthens your bones, builds your muscles, and supports the kind of body that makes everyday life flow with more ease.
Think about something as simple as running errands or playing with your children. I recently came across a story of a mother whose son said to her, “Thank you for taking up walking, because now we can play basketball together.”
She was emotional because she knew how true it was. Just by walking consistently, her fitness improved, her energy increased, and suddenly she found herself excited to share moments with her son that previously felt out of reach.
I’m a product of physical fitness consistency, and the benefits become even more obvious whenever I’m around people who don’t prioritise movement.
Sometimes, I know the aesthetics of fitness overshadow the functionality but I want to always be the one who reminds us, that being fit is way more than aesthetics. It’s functionality. It’s longevity. It’s confidence. It’s quality of life.
It’s a life saver.
Just like the mother in this story, being physically fit often spills into other aspects of your life, like your relationships.
When your body feels good, you show up better, connect deeper, and participate more fully.
So today, encourage yourself to step beyond the excuses.
Take the first step toward building a body that works for you and supports the life you want to live.
Incorporate all forms of movement—cardio, strength, and flexibility. They each contribute something powerful to your wellbeing.
I chose this career intentionally because I believe deeply in the power of physical wellness. And every time I share messages like this, I do so with the hope that they reach the people who need them the most.
Your journey matters. And it can start today.