This is part of a series I’m writing called Motivated Mondays.  In order to be able to provide service to others including animals, we need to feel good about our bodies and keep them healthy.

One of the best books I real last year was called “The Obesity Myth: Why America’s Obession with Weight is Dangerous to Your Health.”  Author Paul Campos discusses the many myths concerning obesity.  Two points that struck me and made me hopeful were the importance of exercise and a new look at what is normal weight.

Much like animals, human beings can have a broad range of healthy weight.  For example, a woman who is 5’8” may be healthy whether she is 130 or 210LB’s.  Her health will be determined by her level of activity and mussle tone.  It is the people at the extreme who are at risk–individuals who are severely underweight and those who are severely overweight. 

According the Campos, the most important indicator of health is remaining active.  If you are not already doing something (like a quick walk) three times a week, figure out when and how you can slide them in your schedule.