5 Things ‘Naturally’ Fit People Do [List]

For those of us who didn't grow up active, this is hard to imagine. It's almost like we associate exercise with punishment. 'I ate that pizza so now I have to run 7 laps around the track.' It doesn't have to be like that.

It's an acquired taste but it makes sense. There's nothing wrong with doing a workout or activity that makes you happy. If running on a treadmill doesn't make you happy, don't do it. Go for a walk, ride a bike, jump on a trampoline, skip through the halls at work, if it makes you happy - do it!

What works for one person, might not work for you.

I discovered last summer that I LOVE running. When I started I couldn't even make 1/2 a mile. Now I can run a 5k like nothing, on a good day I can get 10 miles down without feeling like death.

Imagine a world where you stopped dieting all together, okay now do it.

This is going to be cliche` but it's a lifestyle change. Eat as clean as you can, it doesn't mean you're depriving yourself, it just means you're taking care of the most awesome tool you'll ever have, your body!

Don't just do it for a couple weeks, make the commitment like you would if you stopped smoking. The only difference is if you're in the mood for some sweet and sour chicken (my weakness), have some.

You're working more on your self control than you are with a diet.

I'm kind of a lone wolf when it comes to working out, but I use the fit people at my gym to motivate me.

People who eat clean, or people who like to be outdoors can really help you.

Since I don't know many people in the area; I've joined a bunch of groups online that encourage clean eating. It's hard to pass up some of the awesome food they post on Facebook, and it's all clean!

My favorite is Nerd Fitness, simple instructions written in a fun way.

You need the energy, you need to repair muscles, you need sleep! 7 or 8 hours is what you want to aim for.

And don't worry about working out every day, you need time for your body to rest.

This is the most important, no one is perfect.

This goes back to what I wrote about letting yourself have that sweet and sour chicken, or that day off.

Don't binge, but a good balance is important.

Just kill a cookie dough ice cream flurry? No worries, just get back on the horse and ride!