Definition

Well, I don't think I ever really explained the title and its underlying meanings. So I will attempt to do so right now. Fit, Fat, or Happy? Each is a state of mind and body. And for the most part, this grossly generalizes that fact. When I say Fit, it means that I, my body, is in raring good form. Weight is good, fat is under control, and I can perform my physical tasks at an exceptional level. Fat is just the opposite. Weight is a bit out there. The paunch in the mid-section is becoming prominent... again, and I under perform or do not participate in sports-related outings. Both of these assume that I am unhappy. Being fit generally constitutes sacrifices of time, food, certain activities, money, criticisms... especially from my wife, and the glares I loath because I again carry a 5% body fat. I know there is more to life than just being a cycling, running monster. Being fat constitutes mental anguish over not being able to ride or my outward appearance, time is owned by other responsibilities, guilt beyond reprose, criticisms, clothing choices, and knowing I have to eat better.

So that leaves happy. I've found that I am happiest in the in-between. Eating whatever I want but keeping my portions down and understanding the consequences of eating chicken skin (mmmm, chicken skiiiiin). Working out and doing sports not to be fit, but to enjoy the time or blow off a ton of stress that would otherwise lead me to "fat". This is just the balance of the two extremes.