Growing up, I wasn’t the kind of person who loved being active. In fact, I dreaded anything that had to do with exercise. PE classes? Torture. Sports? Not my thing. If you asked me back then, the only “sport” I was good at was playing chess.

Most of my time was spent doing things that didn’t involve breaking a sweat—watching TV, cross-stitching, reading pocketbooks, or studying. I liked being still. Quiet. Comfortable. But that comfort came at a cost.

Over time, I started getting sick easily. I felt weak. Tired. I remember thinking I was probably the sickest one in my family. I prayed to God constantly, asking for healing. I wanted to feel better, to have energy again. But the truth was, I wasn’t taking care of myself. My diet was poor, and I never moved my body. I kept saying, “I’m so tired. I have no energy,” but I didn’t connect the dots.

Then one day, something just clicked. It was like a lightbulb went off in my mind. I realized: I kept asking God to heal me, but I wasn’t even doing the basics to care for the body He gave me. That thought hit me hard—and from that moment on, I knew something had to change.

So I started small. I adjusted my diet. I introduced movement into my daily routine. It wasn’t easy at first, but I stayed committed. And slowly, things started to shift. My energy came back. I stopped getting sick as often. My mind felt clearer. My spirit felt lighter.

Now, in my 30s, I feel healthier and stronger than I ever did in my teenage years. I can walk 4–5 miles a day, no problem. I actually look forward to exercising because it’s become more than just a physical routine—it’s spiritual, too.

My workouts have become sacred time. I listen to sermons, worship music, or podcasts. I pray. I reflect. It’s my quiet time with God while also honoring my health.

I’m not just doing this for my physical body anymore. I’m doing it for my heart, my soul, and my relationship with God. And the difference? It’s life-changing.

If you’re feeling stuck, tired, or overwhelmed—maybe it’s time to ask yourself the same question I did: Am I really taking care of myself the way I need to? The smallest changes can lead to the biggest breakthroughs.

Healing doesn’t always happen overnight. But with faith, intention, and a little movement—it’s possible.

Me in Indiana Dunes 🙂