THIS is the issue as we age. We sometimes think we need go harder and harder or else our muscles will atrophy over night and we will suddenly lose our physical shape. The truth, for our over all health, can be just the opposite.

The hard part is changing our mental attitude about exercise. Exercise isn't intended to beat us down until we can hardly move. It's instead intended to keep us active so we can enjoy life a little longer. Take a couple days off, even 3. Just try it. I know it's not easy and I speak from experience, but try it. During those couple days off notice how much easier everything is because you exercise and ENJOY that feeling. When you get to your routine you will be refreshed and ready to go.