We all have fears. Spiders, snakes, storms, the dark, heights, and for some; discomfort. Discomfort is not a "fun" thing, but to be fearful of it or any form of it, is to miss out on life! People who are afraid to feel pain, miss out on intimate relationships, exciting adventures, excellent opportunities, and...good fitness.
The beginning of an exercise or running program is always the hardest, because your body is not in shape and is not used to moving so much. The great thing is, that if you just press on, and stick with it, the exercising actually gets more and more comfortable, and eventually it can become downright enjoyable! BUT, you have to go through the "getting in shape" part first, and that is where most people quit.
Step out into the unknown. Challenge yourself; push yourself. Your body is capable of so much more than you realize. But if you stay "safe" and never push yourself out of your comfort zone, you'll never realize its potential.
There is a difference between discomfort and shooting pain, however. Pushing yourself when you feel like quitting is one thing; pushing through shooting pain in a specific area should not be done! If you feel like you have strained something, or have what feels like an injury, STOP what you are doing. Rest, ice, and take a couple of days off.
If you don't have an injury, go for it! Don't let the fear of pain hold you back; it's not all it's cracked up to be.
Take control of your body; it's controlled you long enough.
***Those with heart conditions or other serious health issues, should follow a physician's instructions for exercise.
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