In times of crisis, your health becomes a powerful asset. As God's Prepared Warriors, we are called to be physically and spiritually prepared to handle any challenges that may come our way. In a disaster or SHTF event, maintaining good health and fitness is essential not only for survival but for helping others as well. This blog is one that hits real close to home for me.
Personal Reflection
Why? Because this has been a thorn in my side for most of my life. I used to weight almost 400lbs. Our health is so important. We only have one life. Let's do it right.
The Practical Side: How to Get Physically Prepared
When facing uncertainty, a strong and healthy body can make all the difference. Here are a few ways to start building up your physical health now.
Strength Training and Endurance: Build muscle strength and endurance with activities like weightlifting, bodyweight exercises (push-ups, squats), or resistance bands. This can help you handle physically demanding situations, such as lifting heavy objects, moving swiftly, or enduring long days.
Cardiovascular Fitness: Maintaining good cardiovascular health is critical for stamina. Try incorporating walking, jogging, cycling, or hiking into your routine, even if just for a few minutes a day. Cardiovascular fitness helps ensure that you can move quickly and endure prolonged activities if evacuation or sustained physical work is required.
Functional Mobility: Focus on flexibility and balance exercises, such as yoga or simple stretching routines, to avoid injury. Mobility exercises can help prepare you for uneven terrain or situations that demand agility.
Nutrition and Hydration: Fuel your body with the right nutrients, and practice staying hydrated. Stock your pantry with nutritious non-perishables, and learn how to prepare balanced meals from your stockpile. Eating well now will improve your health long-term, making your body more resilient in times of stress.
Practice Wilderness Skills: Incorporate hikes and outdoor excursions where you practice carrying a backpack, setting up camp, or even foraging for food. These skills will be invaluable in a true emergency situation.
Personal Reflection:
"Honestly, there’s a lot you can do when it comes to prepping your health, but remember: do what you can and take it one step at a time. Don’t overwork yourself, as pushing too hard can lead to burnout or even injury. Instead, focus on setting S.M.A.R.T. goals—Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound. Start with small, manageable goals that build your strength and endurance gradually. This way, you can create sustainable habits and avoid setbacks while preparing yourself for whatever lies ahead."
The Spiritual Side: A Strong Heart and Mind
Physical preparation is only one part of the equation. Spiritual strength will keep you anchored and focused when times get tough, and maintaining a healthy connection with God strengthens your resilience. Here’s how to focus on spiritual health.
Daily Devotionals and Prayer: I will say this till the day I die, Spending time in God’s Word is like exercising your spirit. Verses like Philippians 4:13 ("I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me") remind us that God is with us in every challenge. It strengthens your mind and if God has done it before in your life your mind will remind you that he will do it again!
Mindfulness and Peace: Anxiety and fear can weaken you, but practicing peace through prayer and mindfulness keeps you mentally fit. Prepare your heart by practicing gratitude and turning to God when you feel stress, knowing He is your ultimate strength.
Serve Others: Building resilience spiritually can mean looking outward. Offering help to others in small ways, whether through volunteer work or just offering a comforting word, can strengthen you and those around you. Serving others reinforces that your strength isn’t just for you—it’s a way to live out God’s love.
Trust in God’s Plan: Our physical preparedness can only go so far; ultimately, we place our trust in God. Strengthen your faith in God’s sovereignty, knowing that He guides our path even in uncertain times.
Taking control of your health now—both physical and spiritual—is key to being ready for the challenges of tomorrow. Being physically prepared can give you the stamina and resilience to handle emergencies, while spiritual preparedness will guide you with hope and purpose.
Start now by integrating health and fitness routines into your life and seek God as you prepare. Through preparedness, you’ll not only survive but be ready to serve and support others as God's Prepared Warriors.
Fernando
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