Who knew? Dedication pays off!
I swam 1,400 yards today. It was in a pool, not open water, but it's making me a little less anxious about my upcoming triathlon. So, it's paying off in that way, but that's not he only way.
My brother was s serious swimmer in high school. I wasn't. I was telling him via IM today how good my swimming is getting. He's envious - he wants to swim more. Anytime you can make you sibling envious about your way of life, it's good.
My schedule is so much better now that I've committed to this exercise program. I get up at six, have a good breakfast, BART down to the gym, workout, and head to work clear and refreshed. I also get to start my mornings with my wife.
The last thing is probably the most important, though. My actions are having clear positive effects. It's not hard, really. Decide what you want to add to your life, make some changes, and work it into your life. Dedicating yourself to good actions pays off.