Today’s daily prompt came from the New York Times. Thank them for sending me down this rabbit hole.

What does getting older mean to you when it comes to how you look? *

Reframing what once would be normal situations with new normals that are exciting and fulfilling.
However as long as I’m able to shake my ass on the dance floor and at concerts I’m still right side up and not underground.

Once upon a time training for a 13.1 miles on foot may have been the goal, now we look forward to SUPing on fresh water, looking for turtles and otters.

Playing soccer was not only for fun, but a reason to train harder in the gym. Now we focus on fostering knowledge and a spirit for humanity through coaching and officiating the game.

Lifting for muscle mass has shifted to lifting for mobility and better range of motion.

Meditation, yoga, massage are now just important to my reset as my training was to my growth.

Do you have a self-care routine? *

Since I’m still stepping on a soccer field after 40 years, there is definitely a maintenance routine to keeping me on the field and chasing the athletes.

Dog walks 2 times per day, 365 days a year

Resistance Training 5 days a week. Lift heavy weights with the proper mechanics so I don’t get buried by the weight of life.

Peloton and Place rides 3 days a week.

Yoga at least once a week.

Monthly massages.

Foam rolling as needed.

What does self-care mean to you?*

Take time to get outside, break a sweat, connect with nature, practice breathing, meditation and flexibility daily so life doesn’t ever bury me. Make the tough decisions that will allow me to function at a higher level for as long as possible. Share my story with my friends, family and neighbors and share the experience with those that are around me that want to embrace life and not worry about the unknown.