Sore Muscles But a Happy Mind

Today one of my fitness buddies invited me to check out her new gym. Our plan was to do a two hour workout. The first class we took was spinning. I'm used to this cycle workout and enjoyed being on a newer model of stationary bike.

Then we did an hour long boot camp. This is a mixture of cardiovascular work and weight lifting. This was something new for me and I'm sure I'll be sore tomorrow. The workout is pretty much nonstop. The challenge was adjusting to different range of motion while exercising. Muscles I'd forgotten about, reintroduced themselves.

The class was a great reminder of the importance of having variety in our lives. While I'm in good shape, the boot camp showed me that there are still aspects of fitness where I can improve. This lesson can also apply to our professional lives. Learning a new skill is a great way to exercise your mental muscles. Often you can find yourself in a bit of a rut. Challenging yourself with something new stimulates your mind and keeps you sharp.