Barack Obama - Started His Inaugural Day With a Workout

I keep hearing that Barack Obama works out every day. I mean, every day. Throughout all of his campaign craziness, the man worked out. Right after the election, he hit the gym. Vacationing on the beach in Hawaii, he worked out. And today, just before he takes his history-making Oath of Office, The Today Show folks tell me our soon-to-be President of the United States worked out.

Here's what I've got to say about the man who commits to fitness just hours before he begins leading our country: Impressive. It makes me think the rest of us should reconsider our exercise excuses. Don't feel like working out? Too bad. Do it anyway. You won't regret it. So what if you've got a busy day ahead of you. Get up extra early and sweat. Guaranteed, it will help you cruise right through your day. Think about it this way: If the guy who is about to manage the madness of 50 states can find the time and energy to fit in fitness, then you surely can work a brisk walk, a refreshing run or a few lunges into your day.

Here's an idea: Take an exercise oath today. And let this January 20, 2009 be the first day of your new fitness term. I'm game. How about you?