So, I am aware that it is a constant chore for those of us who are not having to scramble for our next meal to have to watch what goes in our body versus how much is worked off and how much is useless excess that is stored in-situ in our fat deposits.

And, I know that having to watch what one eats and balance that with how much one exercises the body and keeps it in a state of fitness beyond simple stretching is an effort unto itself. However, that is where my awareness of what is needed to tackle this part of existence head-on ends.

Let me explain.

Every time I go to the gas station to put gasoline in my vehicle I am reminded of this issue, both as I pay attention to the putting gasoline in my vehicle process, and as I watch those around me as I wait for my vehicle's gas tank to fill up. And sometimes I see people that remind me of the entire issue and how perplexing it is to try to get a grasp of at times.

Again, let me clarify.

I have what is considered a sportier vehicle, and according to the owners manual I'm supposed to be putting premium gasoline in the vehicle to ensure that it stays in prime operating condition. Anything less than this jeopardizes the actual condition of the engine and the exhaust system overall. Gunk buildup, inferior operating results, knocking, pinging, rattling, increased emissions, and voiding of the vehicle's warranty are all possible outcomes of not adhering to the recommended fuel type being used in the vehicle.

Now, let me ask you, how many millions of people have vehicles that are similar to mine and they choose to take similar more intensive care of them as I do by adhering to the vehicle manufacturer's recommended fuel usage type? I'd bet millions of them do likewise.

But, how many of these same vehicle owners don't even give their own bodies the same type of care and consideration? Again, millions, I'd bet.

Specifically, how many of these vehicle owners take that nice sportier vehicle they just filled up with gas and immediately drive on over to the adjacent fast food drive-up window at the local neighborhood artery clogging outlet and order one of those 3/4 pound triple decker, double cheese, quadruple bacon monstrosities layered between sumptuous processed white bread buns? Millions, I'd venture to guess again.

It's kind of confusing isn't it, this behavior that is, right?

We are all making numerous decisions each and every day about what we put into the organic vehicle we have been blessed with for up to 90 years or so. But, what type of decisions are we making to best take care of this vehicular work of beauty that is carrying us to the next world as long as we are able to hang out in it? Again, as I'm seeing more and more every day, many of us are doing a pretty lousy job of taking care of this vehicle, this vessel, that we are temporarily housed in.

Overall, we're taking better care of the vehicles we BUY and then throw away only a few years later, than we do with the vehicle we were BLESSED with through birth on this physical plane.

It truly doesn't make sense to me.

Now, let me state again, that you're not going to go to dictionary.com and see my picture popping up when you ask for the definition of 'fitness'. Why not? Because I too know that it is troublesome at times to make proper decisions as to how to best take care of this vehicle we motor around in, by foot, every day.

But, it does come down to how much we are willing to continue to decide each and every single day, and moment, as to what is the best way to fuel this personal vehicle, and how to best maintain it.

Maybe someday we'll begin to realize that this is the vehicle we should be focusing on taking the utmost care of, not the metal man-made box we ride around in every day.

So, the next time you ride around in your own vehicle, or the bus, or carpool with other people, think about this subject. Look at the people in other vehicles. Think about what you see and about the discrepancy you mostly see surrounding the vehicles being driven, and the drivers of those vehicles.

Next time you go to the carwash, or drive by a car repair shop, remember how the owners of these cars are probably taking better care of their vehicle, and focusing more on that on average, then their own bodies.

Interesting observation, isn't it?

Now, what about you and your future vehicle maintenance plan? Are you at the top of the priority list, or is the moving metal box you use to ride your butt around in comfort at the top?

Don't worry, don't feel guilty if the prioritization is a little bit funky right now. Just be sure to re-prioritize, quickly, if necessary. And stick to THAT maintenance plan...or risk voiding your body's warranty.

Perhaps permanently.

And, remember, that vehicle you own most likely won't exist in 40 years, but you most likely will...if you choose wisely. Now.

Good luck.

Written by Andre Best
President, Ultimate Results, Inc.
http://www.andrebest.com
'Learn About Life From Another Perspective'

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