Hello All!
Im back! Ive been a little bit of a slacker lately and I apologize.... I could give you a million excuses why I was lazy and didnt work out as consistently as I should.... but I wont. :) However, I did run 3 full miles today without stopping in 27 mins. Not great, but not too bad considering I havent ran in quite a while. (snaps for me!! ;) )
One thing I have found in the last week or so is that I am looking at things in a whole new light when it comes to exercising and eating. My beloved husband (bless his heart) and his helpful self, makes suggestions about what I should or shouldnt do or eat. Now in the past I have been offended and get mad at him for this.... but now, I no longer take it as an accusation. I know he is only trying to help and he helps me to actually think about what I am eating and how I am working out. Its like he is the angel on my right shoulder and I am the devil on my left shoulder! For example, today I was going to do my own workout while he was out running. Before his last 3 miles he came in the house and asked me if I wanted to run with him. I said that I didnt because I was going to work out by myself (probably an easier, less strenuous workout).... and he pushed me just the right amount (there is a very fine line there) and I decided to run with him. I think now that my self confidence is a little higher I am able to have a better outlook on things rather than think of them as an attack or feel sorry for myself.
So everybody out there who is discouraged and wanting to give up, grab a bag of chips, and quit..... dont! :) Think of everything as a challenge and keep going- remember this is for you- no one else. If you cant do it for yourself, you cant do it for anyone. Stay encouraged....and even if you mess up or slack off, get back on that horse! :D
Adios!
