Exercise

A recent study seemed to prove
That city folks are thinner
Than their suburban counterparts,
But don’t make food the sinner.

It’s lack of exercise to blame:
In cities, people walk.
If someone strolls down country lanes,
It would be cause to gawk.

But doesn’t matter where you live,
A gym exists – so try it!
You’ll see improvement quicker than
If you couch-surf and diet.

For exercise makes you alive;
You’ll feel like a spring chicken.
Your blood pumps from your heart to head;
The endorphins are kickin’.

Just walk or jog or take a class,
Or work on a machine;
Perhaps a swim will float your boat,
Or try a trampoline.

Instead of getting in your car
Or in an elevator,
Ride your bicycle or hike:
Become a health crusader.

Excuses will flow easily,
But they should be deflected;
Once exercise is in your blood,
Bad habits are neglected.

Pretty soon, I guarantee
Your exercise routine
Will be a part of who you are,
While saving gasoline.

So take a stand and make a start:
If not, you’ll really rue it.
Your life’s potential’s in your grasp;
It’s up to you – so do it!