Dear Joshua
The Paris Marathon was yesterday and while I really haven't done any sport in the last 3 months (winter and all that) I was inspired to get back into some running again when I watched it (now I need to put the sports gear on and do it). I do also think it might help be another option of relaxing me in the evening after work. Does the body really need movement like this or desire it (I sit in a chair all day long and have gotten lazy). I've also thought about joining the new gym which is opening and looks big and cool - but a bit expensive.
Kate
Dear Kate,
When inspiration comes, you can be sure that it is for your highest good as long as you are in a positive emotional state of being. If you're feeling good and you feel inspired to do something, then that inspiration is part of the overall plan to move you towards that which you ultimately desire. Now, if you feel inspired out of guilt, then that's another story. You must always move toward that which is interesting, exciting, fun and pleasurable. If you're doing something just because you think you should or must be doing it, out of some negative state or emotion, then this is simply a reaction to a fearful thought. If you take action in this state, you might end up regretting the action because it is not aligned with what you want.
Exercise is certainly part of the requirements of the body just as air, water, sleep, and food are. However, the exercise must be within the framework of what the body needs and craves. If it is too rigorous, you'll want to quit. If it's too passive, you'll get bored. Find something that you find pleasing and rewarding and that will be just what your body needs.
Joshua
