I'm glad that having a fitness tracker makes it easy to see the number of steps made in a day. Throughout the years, I've been consciously trying to maintain a regular number of steps. It was usually at the 6,000-step mark. Depending on the activities scheduled for the day, it would determine if I would be able to attain my daily goals. Working at home and sitting in front of the computer make it difficult, though.

This year, my doctor advised me to try to reach a daily goal of eight to ten thousand steps. Thanks to daily household chores, I am happy to surpass the 10,000 mark, even if I'm just at home. I don't necessarily enjoy all of the household chores, but I do see the health benefit, so I've happily embraced the chores.

Climbing the stairs to the Chocolate Hills viewing deck in Bohol

I've previously spent time in the hospital due to high blood pressure. This is a condition that requires constant monitoring and care. I hope and pray that my daily exercises help me towards a healthy future.