Thought of the Jay!: Movember

Well, I survived Movember and my face is now back to normal. My month of facial hair beauty was quite a unique learning experience. The most prevalent lesson learned was that the stache is a powerful tool and should only be worn by the most manly of men. When you don a stache, you are no longer viewed as a mortal man - you are a Rock Star!

"BE PHYSICALLY ACTIVE: If you are not already doing some form of exercise, start small and work up to a minimum of 30 minutes of moderate physical activities most days of the week." ~Movember.com

Over the course of time, the world has had the pleasure of sharing space with some great moustaches: Hulk Hogan, Ned Flanders, Tom Selleck, Charlie Chaplin, Einstein, Super Mario, Groucho Marx, and Burt Reynolds. But for unknown reasons, the stache is no longer a mainstream look. Instead, the stache has more of a cult-like following along with the likes of the mullet and acid washed jeans. When one decides to grow the stache, they can not do so with half intentions, or the greatness of the look will consume you.

"EAT A HEART HEALTHY DIET: Fill up with fruits and vegetables, whole grains; include lean meats, poultry, fish, beans, eggs, and nuts; and eat foods low in saturated fats, trans-fats, cholesterol, salt (sodium), and added sugars." ~Movember.com

While growing the stache was fun, and it gave me something to talk about for the month, the main goal of Movember is to educate men about the health risks they face and to raise awareness of healthy actions they can take to prevent illness. While I'm sure I could have done more to promote those issues, I talked to enough people to feel I did my part. I think I may have even convinced a few people to participate next year!

"MANAGE YOUR STRESS: Stress, particularly long-term stress, can be the factor in the onset or worsening of ill health. Managing your stress is essential to your health & well being and should be practiced daily." ~Movember.com

Men's health is important not only during Movember but everyday! So men, don't forget to check your balls!