Obsessions

"We are run by our compulsions. Obsessions have power. Harness that power."
- Natalie Goldberg

Ever since I was 15 years old, I have been obsessed with exercising. I can spend hours talking about the subject and never get tired. My eyes commence to shine every time I speak of it. I have stimulated my mother and some friends to adapt to this healthy lifestyle. My mother has lost over 35 pounds and she feels very content with what she has achieved. Sometimes my father sees me exercising at 2:00am and he tells me that I am crazy and that I should go to sleep. It is so funny to see him get mad at that hour, but I usually ignore him and continue my workout. Some of my friends are addicted to alcohol and other drugs. My drug is exercising. When you release endorphins while working out, they interact with receptors in your brain that help you appease your perception of pain. Another function of endorphins is acting as sedatives in response to neurotransmitters. The endorphins bind to the same neuron receptors that pain medicines bind to. The jolly feeling triggered by endorphins is constantly compared to the effects of morphine. Regularity in exercising is essential. It has been scientifically proven that working out helps reduce stress, boosts self-esteem and improve sleeping habits among other health benefits. I could not survive without exercise. It gives me the strength, the attitude and the stamina that I need to fulfill my daily duties, encompassing my studies and chores. I have a membership in the YMCA gym, and I own most of the beachbody programs. These programs include plyometrics (jump training), Kenpo Karate, Core Synergystics, HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training), Yoga, Pilates, anaerobics, resistance training, weight training, Capoeira, among others. I also enjoy running in El Parque Central. I can write about fitness and exercise perpetually, but I will not torture anyone.