Most of us start a diet and fitness program as a way to look healthier. We want to lose weight, lose fat, build muscle, and generally improve our appearance. We tend to notice only after chasing a buff body the "side-effect" of not just looking better but feeling so much better as well. But what about our long-term health? Living healthy not only improves our quality of life in the present, it also decreases the odds of developing many ailments and diseases in the future. If you are looking for motivation for sticking with your healthy lifestyle, consider it a maintenance program for your long-term health.