What’s Your Story?
by Douglas Fowler, Founder and CEO
My story starts in the morning, rushing out the door to work after 2 1/2 cups of coffee and a half-eaten breakfast. If I had time, I might pack a lunch (sandwiches, chips and soda for the most part); if not, then any fast-food joint would do. Dinner would be anything that would fill me up after a long day. Then off to bed, with no exercise to work off dinner or freshen up my mind.
It was this routine that landed me in the hospital emergency room one September day, with all the symptoms of a heart attack. “This cannot be happening to me,” I kept saying to myself as the doctors worked over me. My mind was reeling and in full denial: “My heart is fine, I shouldn’t be here; I’m only 37 years old; I’m in great health!” After a series of tests I was released, glad to be going home with nothing more than a severe case of heartburn.
But the events in the emergency room had shaken me up. I vowed then and there to take a serious look at my own life and what I needed to do to become more intentional with my wellness. I began with something simple: a daily walk. I soon took control of my diet, learning what I needed to eat to maintain good health. Over time, with the support of friends and family, I even challenged myself to participate in a few local fitness events.
Then it dawned on me: “It’s not that difficult to be healthy!” All it takes is a personal commitment to get you motivated, and some helpful partners to keep you accountable. It seemed so simple. Why couldn’t everyone do it this way, I asked?
My answer was to create CAMP21 Health Fitness, to give help to those who want better health but may have trouble sticking with it, or even getting started. I encourage you to take a serious look at your own well-being and ask yourself if you’re happy with where you are. Remember, It’s never too late to get healthy.
So, let’s talk about you. What’s your story?