Rather than reiterating the resolution idea, my series is going to revolve around building a better me. I last talked about janky nails in an effort to dig deep, but now I'm going to talk about exercise. Or rather lack thereof. My nails, by the way, have been painted ever since that post, although I have to do them about every other day since they chip so much. Still working on technique and longevity!
When I found out I was cancer-free last summer after three years and two rounds of it, I promised myself I would work hard to value my health and treat my body, well queso but true, as a temple. Easier said than done.
After years of lethargy, I found it wasn't easy to snap out if it and get going. I still would take a nap every day if I could and usually log about 10 hours of sleep a night. Silly as it sounds, Cholula was a huge impetus for getting me up. It was a steady progression from jumping on the bed to cuddle, nudges, kisses, pawing in the face, and eventual whining that would wake me up even after that longest of nights out at the same time every morning. Tamale, on the other hand, looks at me with the disdain of a teenager when I try to get her up for the dog park. As soon as I start brushing my teeth, she takes over my warm spot on the bed and beckons me to come lay back down.
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In order to make it to the gym, I need to either be fully prepared the night before and deposit Tally at daycare as they open their doors at 7 am or squeeze in a workout before taking her to the dog park at 6:45. You see why I usually sleep in right? Why don't I run? Don't you remember, I'm made of glass and am far too delicate for such activity. That reminds me, I have an outstanding x-ray referral from falling over while walking my dog. WALKING. Total klutz.
So my goal for the upcoming weeks is to make time, three days a week, to get to the gym before work. It will be horrible and require too much planning, but to deny myself the value of exercise after the blessing of health would be the most selfish thing I could imagine.
How do you make time for exercise? Is it a priority in your life that you keep a commitment with? Any favorite ways to work it in? Good luck to all of you with a similar goal for 2012!
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I also love my sleep but I managed to get myself out of bed for a morning workout a few times in a row and then it became so much easier. Good luck!
What a GREAT goal for yourself!!! Proud of you for being your own advocate in choosing a healthier life. You can DO it!
Love your blog, though I don't write one myself! I have been doing the Jillian Michaels 30 Day Shred... its only a 20 minute workout a day, so totally managable. Quick and challenging and definitely makes you sore!
last year was my big year to start being healthy and going to the gym. it helps to have accountability with someone - not that they have to go with you - more just that you need someone to encourage you.
i go to the gym 3-4 days a week. i think it's important to just get in a routine as soon as possible and sticking to it. also, changing it up. as you keep going, you'll get stronger so making sure to keep pushing yourself to try new things/harder things at the gym. try different classes and such! i find when i do classes, i push myself harder (because someone is hollaring at me to get my butt in gear).
good luck don. keep us updated on your progress. you know where to find me if you need some encouragement :)
I cannot make it to the gym before work. I just love sleep. However, I think it is easier to stick to a schedule in the mornings because how many mornings are you really going to be like "oh I have plans at 6 a.m. I can't go to the gym"... when in reality, if you try going to the gym after work you really may end up with dinner plans or a date or something. I have been working out at night because I moved back to my small town with no social life, so it works for me right now, but you seem to have a cooler life than me! The My Fitness Pal app is helping keep me motivated right now. I usually quit pretty quickly whenever I re-start my going to the gym routine. By this app makes me accountable to other people because they can see if I exercised or if I went over my calorie goal. And I have actually been doing the at home dvd of The Dailey Method. I like it better than sweating to death at a gym!
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