Enjoying your workout

This is my first post, so I will keep this short and to the point. So many times, when I find myself working out, whether on the track running or in the pool swimming laps, I end up looking at my watch and thinking about when am i going to be finished . I have been stopping myself and realizing,that when I am in the pool or on the track or lifting weights .. that this is quality time I am spending with myself. This time we have exercising should be an enjoyable experience, giving us a sense of accomplishment, making our bodies stronger as well as bringing peace and clarity to our minds.Now,when I swim,I dont think about how much longer I have to go, or when am I going to be finished, I enjoy the feel of the water and I realize what a great privilege it is to be able to be swimming.When im on the track,instead of counting laps and looking at my watch, I take in all of the beauty that is around me. We should all enjoy the process of exercising, for it is one of the greatest gifts we can give ourselves.