There's a stationary bike in the gym. Upon first inspection it looks like the "lazy bike". The seat is low and the peddles move nearly directly in front of you. I've seen people use this bike previously and wondered, 'Why bother? Doesn't seem to be doing anything'. Big misconception!
I've renamed this bike the "Bike of Death". It feels like any second it's going to snap your knees in half. Proudly I can say I have made tremendous health improvements. My body and mind are strong, getting stronger each day. But this bike has nearly got me beat. An hour on the treadmill? Two? Nothing in comparison to ten minutes on the "Bike of Death".
Guess I'll have to keep working to slay that beast.
Goal for Tomorrow: It's 5 miles!
Saturday, January 30, 2010
Friday, January 29, 2010
Day 39: Seeing the Truth
It's been 6 days since my last post. 6 days since the actions of another threatened to ruin my journey for good. Sounds crazy doesn't it?
I have always been the care taker. Attempting to take care of everyone problems and ignoring my own. I've come to believe the reason for this is not to be generous to others but in actuality to be sure I never have time to face myself.
The point of this journey has not just been to accomplish said goal(s) but to look deep inside myself and work on what causes my lack of follow through, thereby causing my lack of joy. It's time to see the truth. I have no control over others. I can only control my choices. Anything beyond that is pointless. My body, my life, my reactions. The end. Easier said than done.
On an up note: For the first time in my life I do not have hypertension! Still a little high but the doc says once I quit smoking it'll be normal. It's never, ever been close to normal. Amazing! My husband and I got prescriptions to help stop smoking. The down side is that they are so costly I haven't figured out how to pay for them. I've been giving serious thought to things I may be able to sell. Still thinking.
Time to pack it up and head to the gym. My training has been lax at best and I have some making up to do.
Today's Goal: Put the past behind me and move forward.
Tomorrow's Goal: Rinse and repeat.
I have always been the care taker. Attempting to take care of everyone problems and ignoring my own. I've come to believe the reason for this is not to be generous to others but in actuality to be sure I never have time to face myself.
The point of this journey has not just been to accomplish said goal(s) but to look deep inside myself and work on what causes my lack of follow through, thereby causing my lack of joy. It's time to see the truth. I have no control over others. I can only control my choices. Anything beyond that is pointless. My body, my life, my reactions. The end. Easier said than done.
On an up note: For the first time in my life I do not have hypertension! Still a little high but the doc says once I quit smoking it'll be normal. It's never, ever been close to normal. Amazing! My husband and I got prescriptions to help stop smoking. The down side is that they are so costly I haven't figured out how to pay for them. I've been giving serious thought to things I may be able to sell. Still thinking.
Time to pack it up and head to the gym. My training has been lax at best and I have some making up to do.
Today's Goal: Put the past behind me and move forward.
Tomorrow's Goal: Rinse and repeat.
Saturday, January 23, 2010
Day 33
I thought my life had finally come to a place where I could truly focus on me. The reasons for throwing all my energy into others had ceased. A new town, perfect for a new start.
Too confused to sort it all out now. Temptation to throw in the towel ever present. I am broken. My newly found confidence has been tested beyond anything I could anticipate.
But it is not up to anyone else - my happiness that is - it really has nothing to do with anyone or anything but my own body, my own mind and my own spirit. I hope to take the events of the last few days and move them into the box marked "past". To leave them behind and move forward. Someday looking back to say, "I made it through".
Too confused to sort it all out now. Temptation to throw in the towel ever present. I am broken. My newly found confidence has been tested beyond anything I could anticipate.
But it is not up to anyone else - my happiness that is - it really has nothing to do with anyone or anything but my own body, my own mind and my own spirit. I hope to take the events of the last few days and move them into the box marked "past". To leave them behind and move forward. Someday looking back to say, "I made it through".
Friday, January 22, 2010
Day 32
It took a few days but I finally broke. No exercise yesterday coupled with Taco Bell and ice cream. This morning my legs and fingers are swollen from the crap that went in my body. I really need to find balance between eating well and having some junk here and there.
The problem is that I really don't want the junk. I feel so alive when I eat right and exercise. Something else entirely takes over, quietly whispering at first, screaming before I listen. And this morning I'm paying the price. The good news is that over the past month whenever I give in to this voice my body has a bad reaction which in turn makes it easier for me to quiet the voice the next time.
What am I going to do about it today? Today I'm going to pick up where I left off. Instead of taking a 'rest day' (according to the training schedule) I'm going to do yesterday's 3 miles + strength training. Today I'm going to be sure to eat extra greens and drink extra water to help boost my energy back up and clean this grease and sugar out of my body. Today I am not going to sit around and feel guilty about yesterday. Today is here now, yesterday will not defeat me.
Today's Goal: Onward!
The problem is that I really don't want the junk. I feel so alive when I eat right and exercise. Something else entirely takes over, quietly whispering at first, screaming before I listen. And this morning I'm paying the price. The good news is that over the past month whenever I give in to this voice my body has a bad reaction which in turn makes it easier for me to quiet the voice the next time.
What am I going to do about it today? Today I'm going to pick up where I left off. Instead of taking a 'rest day' (according to the training schedule) I'm going to do yesterday's 3 miles + strength training. Today I'm going to be sure to eat extra greens and drink extra water to help boost my energy back up and clean this grease and sugar out of my body. Today I am not going to sit around and feel guilty about yesterday. Today is here now, yesterday will not defeat me.
Today's Goal: Onward!
Thursday, January 21, 2010
Day 31
Up before six this morning. I didn't want to be but a little voice told me, "Get up. You have a lot to do today". I shouldn't have listened because now I'm up, exhusted and unmotivated. Just needed another 45 minutes or so.
I've been thinking about my doctor's appointment on Monday. Can't wait to see what he has to say about my recent activity. Hoping the blood pressure has lowered enough he doesn't want to talk about medication again. I'm not going to take it. We take too much medication to glaze over the real issues. Some things are within our control but we choose to pretend the symptoms are the diagnosis.
Much prefered going to the gym before New Years. The equimptment is often sticky now from other people's sweat. I know the resolutions are to blame. It's almost been a month though so much of them will drop off soon. Those who don't will have earned the right to leave their sweat on everything. Sticking with an excercise program is easier said than done.
Today's Goal: Get in there, sweat or no sweat.
I've been thinking about my doctor's appointment on Monday. Can't wait to see what he has to say about my recent activity. Hoping the blood pressure has lowered enough he doesn't want to talk about medication again. I'm not going to take it. We take too much medication to glaze over the real issues. Some things are within our control but we choose to pretend the symptoms are the diagnosis.
Much prefered going to the gym before New Years. The equimptment is often sticky now from other people's sweat. I know the resolutions are to blame. It's almost been a month though so much of them will drop off soon. Those who don't will have earned the right to leave their sweat on everything. Sticking with an excercise program is easier said than done.
Today's Goal: Get in there, sweat or no sweat.
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Day 30: Woopie!
I can hardly believe I made it to day 30! This in itself is worth a celebration!
A lot of exciting things for me today. Had a job interview. I think it went well. Got a hair cut - much needed might I add. Made an appointment with the Dr. on Monday to discuss quitting smoking! I'm on my way!
Because of the busy schedule I decided to put my miles in the evening. Let me just say it's much, much easier in the morning. My energy level is much higher than and the temptation to 'half-ass' it much lower. Good news is I gave it my all and when I felt I wanted to quit, upped the ante. All in all it was a great day!
Tomorrow's Goal: 3 miles and strength training.
A lot of exciting things for me today. Had a job interview. I think it went well. Got a hair cut - much needed might I add. Made an appointment with the Dr. on Monday to discuss quitting smoking! I'm on my way!
Because of the busy schedule I decided to put my miles in the evening. Let me just say it's much, much easier in the morning. My energy level is much higher than and the temptation to 'half-ass' it much lower. Good news is I gave it my all and when I felt I wanted to quit, upped the ante. All in all it was a great day!
Tomorrow's Goal: 3 miles and strength training.
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
Day 29: Goodbye Old Friend
Over the past few weeks I've pretty much given up on red meat. Not because experts say it's not good to consume much of it, not because it tends to be higher in fat and calories but because it makes me sluggish. When training your body to continue on for several miles at a time "sluggish" doesn't work so well. Without even really giving it much thought, red meat has been replaced by beans and chicken and eggs.
Last night however I decided to grill steaks - which, by the way, rivals ice cream on my 'If you could only eat one food for the rest of life' list. Much to my surprise my taste buds weren't as receptive to it as usual. Neither was my body. "Sluggish" has now been replaced by "ball of lead" followed shortly thereafter by "gut wrenching pain". I think it may be a while before I attempt the red meat again.
Today's Goal: 3 miles, per the training schedule.
Last night however I decided to grill steaks - which, by the way, rivals ice cream on my 'If you could only eat one food for the rest of life' list. Much to my surprise my taste buds weren't as receptive to it as usual. Neither was my body. "Sluggish" has now been replaced by "ball of lead" followed shortly thereafter by "gut wrenching pain". I think it may be a while before I attempt the red meat again.
Today's Goal: 3 miles, per the training schedule.
Monday, January 18, 2010
Day 28
4 weeks behind me now! A lifetime of happiness in front! Today I'm somewhere in between. Not stuck really, more in route.
After making my big announcement I am struggling with old habits. The Idea Girl has spent her whole life coming up with big ideas only to announce them to the world, get a pat on the back for coming up with "such a great idea!" and feeling fulfilled enough with that to drop it. The challenge here is change that behavior and accomplish the big idea. Now that my plan is widely known I have to fight the urge to be temporarily satisfied with the pat on the back.
First step: Become a Follow Through Girl. Second step: Merge the Idea Girl and the Follow Through Girl. Thus creating someone who can bring to life all of these (or at least some of these) great ideas! Imagine just how far I can go!
Week 2 of the 1/2 marathon training begins today. It took me three weeks to prep my body just to begin week one. Honestly I could have used four. This new schedule offers a new a variety of tasks growing more and more challenging every two weeks. Hoping that I continue to grow stronger each day so it doesn't kill me. If it does, please know I died doing something I loved and thank heaven, not from obesity!
Goal for Today: Stretch and Strengthen.
After making my big announcement I am struggling with old habits. The Idea Girl has spent her whole life coming up with big ideas only to announce them to the world, get a pat on the back for coming up with "such a great idea!" and feeling fulfilled enough with that to drop it. The challenge here is change that behavior and accomplish the big idea. Now that my plan is widely known I have to fight the urge to be temporarily satisfied with the pat on the back.
First step: Become a Follow Through Girl. Second step: Merge the Idea Girl and the Follow Through Girl. Thus creating someone who can bring to life all of these (or at least some of these) great ideas! Imagine just how far I can go!
Week 2 of the 1/2 marathon training begins today. It took me three weeks to prep my body just to begin week one. Honestly I could have used four. This new schedule offers a new a variety of tasks growing more and more challenging every two weeks. Hoping that I continue to grow stronger each day so it doesn't kill me. If it does, please know I died doing something I loved and thank heaven, not from obesity!
Goal for Today: Stretch and Strengthen.
Sunday, January 17, 2010
Day 27: Look Ma! No Hands!
Anyone whose been a treadmill in shall we say, "less than perfect" shape knows the challange of substaining control of their body. Something about the movement under your feet throws you off balance just enough to sway you from side to side and lunge you forward and back. It is nearly impossible to stay on that belt without hanging on for dear life. Part of your new routine must include practice keeping your body straight, your legs moving and letting go.
Sundays according the 1/2 marathon training schedule are the distance days. They start at 4 miles gradulely building from there. Being that I live in Washington, a state known for incouporative weather, I did mine on the treadmill. Hands free might I add! It took me nearly a month but finally I have built the strength to use that thing the way it was intended! And let me tell you this, it's a hell of a lot harder without the training wheels!
Goal for Today: Get a good night's sleep baby, tomorrow it begins again!
Sundays according the 1/2 marathon training schedule are the distance days. They start at 4 miles gradulely building from there. Being that I live in Washington, a state known for incouporative weather, I did mine on the treadmill. Hands free might I add! It took me nearly a month but finally I have built the strength to use that thing the way it was intended! And let me tell you this, it's a hell of a lot harder without the training wheels!
Goal for Today: Get a good night's sleep baby, tomorrow it begins again!
Saturday, January 16, 2010
Day 26: My Secret Revealed!
Wanna know the big secret? I opened up to my friends and family via email just morning. This is what it said:
Dear Family and Friends,
I've been keeping a secret from you. I wanted to be absolutely certain that my intentions were true, my head in the right place and my body was prepared for the challenge before I put it out there. For 26 days I've kept this largely a secret. It's time to let it out and include you in on the biggest thing I've ever done in my life.
Anything is possible. If you believe it, work for it, really, really want it, you can make it happen. I've always believed that - for everyone but myself that is.
A good friend of mine, who has changed her life completely over the past few years, came to visit. She shared with me something she was getting ready to do and I found myself instantly envious! I wanted to participate too - so badly! The excuses started rolling in and almost defeated me. 'You can't do that. You would never do that. You're not that kind of person.' But I wanted to so bad. I just spurted it out "What if I did it too?". She was fine with that. I didn't commit at first, telling her I'd have to make absolute certain I was really up for it. After all, this would be truly the most remarkable thing I've done.
Finally I had enough! 30 + years is far to long to wish you were somebody else entirely. I started to ask myself, "What don't you like? How can you change it?" For the very first time I began to answer all those questions in complete honesty. For the very first time I began real action toward reaching my true potential.
So what's the big secret? 26 days ago I began training mentally and physically to participate in the April 11th Whidbey Island 1/2 Marathon! That's right folks, Jody Vail will be completing 13.1 miles of roadway and a lifetime of long awaited change!
Please understand what this has meant to me. It is about challenging myself to be a better, stronger, healthier me. Someone I can proud of. Someone I can be comfortable with. Someone I actually love. For the very first time in my life I have an idea I am following through with. With each day that passes I become stronger. I have stopped hiding behind excuses and begun to break down my barriers.
As a part of this journey I've begun to blog. Putting it all out there in complete honesty. My triumphs, my failures, confronting my demons. Anything and everything I go through along the way. You can follow this journey at http://gypsyjody.blogspot.com/. And I hope you will! We have a tendency to always be there and get excited about the negative things that happen in each others lives. It's my hope we can all get excited about something positive and I can gain the support of my family and friends.
Today's Goal: Accept this is now my truth.
Dear Family and Friends,
I've been keeping a secret from you. I wanted to be absolutely certain that my intentions were true, my head in the right place and my body was prepared for the challenge before I put it out there. For 26 days I've kept this largely a secret. It's time to let it out and include you in on the biggest thing I've ever done in my life.
Anything is possible. If you believe it, work for it, really, really want it, you can make it happen. I've always believed that - for everyone but myself that is.
A good friend of mine, who has changed her life completely over the past few years, came to visit. She shared with me something she was getting ready to do and I found myself instantly envious! I wanted to participate too - so badly! The excuses started rolling in and almost defeated me. 'You can't do that. You would never do that. You're not that kind of person.' But I wanted to so bad. I just spurted it out "What if I did it too?". She was fine with that. I didn't commit at first, telling her I'd have to make absolute certain I was really up for it. After all, this would be truly the most remarkable thing I've done.
Finally I had enough! 30 + years is far to long to wish you were somebody else entirely. I started to ask myself, "What don't you like? How can you change it?" For the very first time I began to answer all those questions in complete honesty. For the very first time I began real action toward reaching my true potential.
So what's the big secret? 26 days ago I began training mentally and physically to participate in the April 11th Whidbey Island 1/2 Marathon! That's right folks, Jody Vail will be completing 13.1 miles of roadway and a lifetime of long awaited change!
Please understand what this has meant to me. It is about challenging myself to be a better, stronger, healthier me. Someone I can proud of. Someone I can be comfortable with. Someone I actually love. For the very first time in my life I have an idea I am following through with. With each day that passes I become stronger. I have stopped hiding behind excuses and begun to break down my barriers.
As a part of this journey I've begun to blog. Putting it all out there in complete honesty. My triumphs, my failures, confronting my demons. Anything and everything I go through along the way. You can follow this journey at http://gypsyjody.blogspot.com/. And I hope you will! We have a tendency to always be there and get excited about the negative things that happen in each others lives. It's my hope we can all get excited about something positive and I can gain the support of my family and friends.
Today's Goal: Accept this is now my truth.
Friday, January 15, 2010
Day 25: Trading in Sugar for the Sweet Taste of Victory!
I feel strong. Can't believe it's me me following through! The changes I've made in the past 25 days are truly remarkable.
Yesterday's 3 mile walk turned into 4. Done with astounding ease. 25 days ago I couldn't have done that without feeling as those my legs would fall off or that my lungs and heart might burst. Today I feel a sense of pride knowing I have finally taken the initiative to change my body, my mind and my life.
So many diets behind me - all which ultimately lead to failure. So what's the difference today? Today I stop making excuses for not following through. Today I stop lying to myself and hiding the truth of my situation. I am fat. I have been inactive. Until recently, I have done nothing to change the things about me I don't like. Always sitting in the sidelines wishing I were someone else. Someone better, someone stronger, someone more comfortable in my own skin. Today I celebrate being 25 days into becoming all of that.
Today's Goal: Stay out of the rice crispy treats I made for my husband. Nothing will taste better than sweet, sweet, victory!
Yesterday's 3 mile walk turned into 4. Done with astounding ease. 25 days ago I couldn't have done that without feeling as those my legs would fall off or that my lungs and heart might burst. Today I feel a sense of pride knowing I have finally taken the initiative to change my body, my mind and my life.
So many diets behind me - all which ultimately lead to failure. So what's the difference today? Today I stop making excuses for not following through. Today I stop lying to myself and hiding the truth of my situation. I am fat. I have been inactive. Until recently, I have done nothing to change the things about me I don't like. Always sitting in the sidelines wishing I were someone else. Someone better, someone stronger, someone more comfortable in my own skin. Today I celebrate being 25 days into becoming all of that.
Today's Goal: Stay out of the rice crispy treats I made for my husband. Nothing will taste better than sweet, sweet, victory!
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Day 24: Turning a New Leaf
I've have tried very hard to think of the changes I've been working on as personal growth - not weight. For me it's much, much, deeper than just being overweight. That being said, I do feel it's important to celebrate this little milestone: I LOST 10 POUNDS!!!!!
Whew! That felt good to acknowledge!
Going for a 3 mile walk today with a friend of mine who lives in town but I never see. Should be a good way to catch up. Think I'll let him in on the little secret I've been hiding. The one you'll have to wait for.
Today's Goal: Acknowledge my acheivements thus far.
Tomorrow Goal: Rinse and Repeat.
Whew! That felt good to acknowledge!
Going for a 3 mile walk today with a friend of mine who lives in town but I never see. Should be a good way to catch up. Think I'll let him in on the little secret I've been hiding. The one you'll have to wait for.
Today's Goal: Acknowledge my acheivements thus far.
Tomorrow Goal: Rinse and Repeat.
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Day 23
I am on an up swing. I've committed myself to doing something bigger than I could have ever imagined. You'll have to wait a few more days to get in on what that thing is exactly. By the end of the week I'm announcing it to my friends, family and the cyber world. Couldn't have come at a better time either.
Last week tested my ability to Follow Through. All the emotions that have stopped me in the past rearing their ugly heads. This is a new week now. I time to pick myself up and push on. A time to prove to myself that Follow Through,even for me, is possible.
Added weights to my daily routine. More difficult then ever because I haven't done that since my shoulder injury a year and half ago. It took about a year to get to the point that I could move it without pain. Now it's time to stop babying it and start stregthening it. A little at a time, a little at a time.
Goal for Today: Take time to tell myself that all things are possible. And listen!
Last week tested my ability to Follow Through. All the emotions that have stopped me in the past rearing their ugly heads. This is a new week now. I time to pick myself up and push on. A time to prove to myself that Follow Through,even for me, is possible.
Added weights to my daily routine. More difficult then ever because I haven't done that since my shoulder injury a year and half ago. It took about a year to get to the point that I could move it without pain. Now it's time to stop babying it and start stregthening it. A little at a time, a little at a time.
Goal for Today: Take time to tell myself that all things are possible. And listen!
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
Day 22
Mission accomplished! Feeling guilty about last week. Trying to stay focused. I cannot change yesterday only make better decisions for this moment on. Off to a good start. Just have to learn to trust in myself and continue to grow into a stronger, healthier, better me.
Today's Goal: Follow Through, Follow Through, Follow Through.
Today's Goal: Follow Through, Follow Through, Follow Through.
Monday, January 11, 2010
Day 21: Three Weeks So Far!
I went North to spend some time with my Aunt. Just what I needed to not jump ship and add this little project to my stack of unfinished deeds.
I feel renewed! Finally someone to talk to about the food issues I've been having. It's not very common you talk to someone about something like that and get just the respone you need. Not "you've got to get with the program" not "a little never hurts". Just encouragement to continue forward and tips to help get me through. Mind tricks and tricks with food.
Best tip for sugar lovers: Cook some apples on the stove top with cinnamon and a little clove. Cinnamon helps regulate blood sugar and heating up fruits draws out their natural sugar. Stopped me from eating chocolate cake my husband brought home!
So onward it is!
Goal for Tomorrow: 3 miles.
I feel renewed! Finally someone to talk to about the food issues I've been having. It's not very common you talk to someone about something like that and get just the respone you need. Not "you've got to get with the program" not "a little never hurts". Just encouragement to continue forward and tips to help get me through. Mind tricks and tricks with food.
Best tip for sugar lovers: Cook some apples on the stove top with cinnamon and a little clove. Cinnamon helps regulate blood sugar and heating up fruits draws out their natural sugar. Stopped me from eating chocolate cake my husband brought home!
So onward it is!
Goal for Tomorrow: 3 miles.
Thursday, January 7, 2010
Skipped Day 17, Now it's Day 18
Attitude problem persisting. Having some trouble concentrating on my goals. In fact I've wondered if it's the old me rearing her ugly head. When my husband went through treatment they taught us two weeks is a tough time for addicts. I'd lay money down the same is true for my situation. After all the brain wants what it wants regardless of the body's needs.
I'm going to go run it off. Tired of feeling this way. I need to beat the idea girl back into submission before the follow through girl is lost forever. Be back later with, hopefully, a more positive post.
I'm going to go run it off. Tired of feeling this way. I need to beat the idea girl back into submission before the follow through girl is lost forever. Be back later with, hopefully, a more positive post.
Tuesday, January 5, 2010
Day 16
Yesterday I felt triumphant! Today I just feel mad. Not sure why but I'm pissed off supreme.
I got in a little over three miles today. That should make me feel great! Maybe just a bad day. Think I'll turn in early so a new day comes faster!
Oh! and I remember my vitamins.
I got in a little over three miles today. That should make me feel great! Maybe just a bad day. Think I'll turn in early so a new day comes faster!
Oh! and I remember my vitamins.
Monday, January 4, 2010
Day 15 : Taking the Long Route
Day 15! Two weeks into becoming a follow through girl!
There's a corner grocery near my home. If you go one way it's five blocks away, if you choose the other it's a mile. I walk there occasionally to buy ciggarettes - other demon to confront another day. This morning I choose the long route. I came back drenched from the pouring rain and full of accomplishment. Not in walking a mile. If you've read my blog previously you'll know that's at least half the distance I walk each day. But in making the choice to walk the mile instead of the few blocks. The choice to follow through.
Week 3 I've decided to take on a few more daily goals. 1. Take my vitamins. 2. Think of food in terms of fuel. Decide what bennifit it holds for my body instead of 'this makes me skinny, this makes me fat'.
I realized this weekend that if I begin to think of this follow through project as a weightloss project I get discouraged. If the focus is kept instead on feeling stronger, healthier, leaner each day I have already accomplised more than the day before. Bringing me one step closer to releasing the inner me.
Today's Goal: Feel good about my accomplishments thus far.
There's a corner grocery near my home. If you go one way it's five blocks away, if you choose the other it's a mile. I walk there occasionally to buy ciggarettes - other demon to confront another day. This morning I choose the long route. I came back drenched from the pouring rain and full of accomplishment. Not in walking a mile. If you've read my blog previously you'll know that's at least half the distance I walk each day. But in making the choice to walk the mile instead of the few blocks. The choice to follow through.
Week 3 I've decided to take on a few more daily goals. 1. Take my vitamins. 2. Think of food in terms of fuel. Decide what bennifit it holds for my body instead of 'this makes me skinny, this makes me fat'.
I realized this weekend that if I begin to think of this follow through project as a weightloss project I get discouraged. If the focus is kept instead on feeling stronger, healthier, leaner each day I have already accomplised more than the day before. Bringing me one step closer to releasing the inner me.
Today's Goal: Feel good about my accomplishments thus far.
Sunday, January 3, 2010
Days 12,13 & 14
Part of being just an idea girl are the endless excuses in the way of you and your goal. "I can't go to the gym today, I have company". Guess what? Company doesn't have to come first! You can choose yourself for an hour out of your day and devote the rest to them.
Yesterday I made my in-laws wait for me while I finished up on the treadmill. Then again while I finished my streches and cleaned up. Then again before dinner while I took an additional walk to prepare for the extra calories dinner had in store for me. Do you know the consequences? I have more respect for myself. They have more respect for me. And my father-in-law decided to take a walk with me. So take that excuses - you're out the window!
Day 14 and I'm better by leaps and bounds. This is one idea I'm not giving up on!
Goal for today: Get to the gym before the in-laws get here today.
Yesterday I made my in-laws wait for me while I finished up on the treadmill. Then again while I finished my streches and cleaned up. Then again before dinner while I took an additional walk to prepare for the extra calories dinner had in store for me. Do you know the consequences? I have more respect for myself. They have more respect for me. And my father-in-law decided to take a walk with me. So take that excuses - you're out the window!
Day 14 and I'm better by leaps and bounds. This is one idea I'm not giving up on!
Goal for today: Get to the gym before the in-laws get here today.
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