Obesity - The Simple Cause Of It


by Frank C - Date: 2007-04-02 - Word Count: 431 Share This!

As a person who takes exercise and a clean diet very seriously I feel it's important for us all to understand how real the issue of obesity has become. As we look around we see people of all shapes and sizes. Some appear to be in peak physical condition while others seem to be alarmingly overweight. Is it genetics? Some people would have you believe it is. I believe that the difference between being in shape or out of shape is simple. It comes down to nothing more than CHOICE. After all, that is what life is all about. It's choice, NOT chance that determines our life's outcome.

We've all at some point in our lives eaten fast food. When our turn comes, the moment before we place our order, we have a choice. And making poor food choices isn't just about fast food; it's about all the food we choose to put inside our bodies. But, when we stand there and order our #1 (reminding ourselves not to forget that for just a few cents more we can have the "jumbo" version) we are making a choice. It's as simple as that, and genetics my friends, have absolutely nothing to do with it.

It comes down to making a conscious decision of whether or not we care enough about ourselves and our loved ones to take the appropriate steps to achieve a healthier body. Yes, life will undoubtedly test us time and time again. Yes, we will want to eat whatever we want because we are stressed or unhappy or at times celebrating a success. However, knowing why and when we may become vulnerable to making a poor food choice is a key step in understanding that it's not by CHANCE that a person is overweight.

Now I'm not saying you can't occasionally go off the deep end and have a bad meal, but try it once a week for one meal instead of seven times a week for two meals. Be proactive and while you're at it be active. Go for a walk, go for a swim, and take initiative. You'll be amazed at how eating healthier and adding a little exercise will not only transform your body, but will completely renovate your mind.

All of us are capable of achieving greatness, but it will not happen by chance. We must realize and decide that we have a choice to look and feel the way we've always dreamed of. I encourage you all to make the right choice and follow through. I have and it has made all the difference in my life.


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Frank C writes on basic health and fitness related issues. You can learn more by visiting my blog, http://basicfitness.blogspot.com

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