The benefits of gratitude – Why giving thanks is important for fitness, health, and life.

With Thanksgiving approaching, it occurred to me that one of the themes underlying many of my previous blog posts has been gratitude.  At its core, Legally Fit is about my appreciation for this life that has been transformed and saved and giving thanks to those who support my journey along the way.  Being grateful motivates me to share my story with the hopes of paying it forward to anyone who might benefit from my experience.  Approaching this holiday week, it also made me think about gratitude in another way – specifically, the benefits of being grateful.