During Lent, as Catholics, we're supposed to give something up, or make a sacrifice of some sort. In previous years, I've given up rice, meat, coffee, the typical stuff like that. This year, I didn't know what to give up. Then I had the idea to do something a bit different. If the whole point of making a sacrifice is create a hardship for yourself that will, in turn, make you a better, stronger person and bring you closer to God, then my idea is more or less in line with that point. Instead of giving something up I do on a consistent basis, I'm going to do something additional on a consistent basis. And I think it's a good one: I will go to the gym every day of Lent. I know it doesn't really sound like a hardship, but for me, it is (it definitely won't be easy). I know it's something I should be doing already, but I'm not. When I make up my mind about something, I stick with it. This should (and will) be no different. I really hope I can continue it once Lent is over.

edit:
Ah, screw it. I'm giving up soda & alcohol, to go along with the whole going to the gym everyday thing.