Today is a new day, a new beginning. It has been given to me as a new gift. I can either use it or throw it away. What I do today, will affect me tomorrow. I cannot blame anyone but myself if I do not succeed. I promise to use this day to the fullest by giving my best, realizing it can never come back again. This is my life and I choose to make it a success.
In grade school, we had to repeat this pledge every morning after the Pledge of Allegiance. At the time, it was just something we had to say, but I find it pops in my head from time to time and takes on new meaning each time. After 28 years of a mediocre life, I know that I am the captain of my ship. I know that success is not handed to me, but I must work for it -- and work hard. I am a mother, wife, student, and part-time employee. I want to succeed in each of these roles, and in the role of leading a healthy lifestyle. Mentally, I'm there -- I'm game, but there always seems to be some set back. I always let me get in the way of my success. I want daily exercise and clean eating to be a part of who I am and what I do. I have had many runs of success with this, but I am ready to adopt this as a new lifestyle. For so long, I put off exercise because I wasn't motivated, I wanted someone or something to motivate me. Then, I realized that I am my only motivation. I can read the most amazing story or watch an incredible video that brings tears to my eyes and touches my heart, but that doesn't get me off the couch and into action. The only thing real motivation is refusing to settle for mediocre, refusing to be comfortable in the ordinary, but working each day toward extraordinary. Eating right and exercising isn't just about me, it is about my family. I want to set an example for my daughter to follow. I want to inspire others. Now, most people will look at me and say, "Oh, you aren't fat" or "You don't need to lose weight" but it is this attitude that has America sitting on the couch. This isn't about the number on the scale or the size of my jeans. This is about a feeling. This is about being able to run without getting winded. This is about eating a meal and not feeling like a slug. This is about being healthy. This is about maintaining a healthy heart and digestive system. This is about feeling comfortable in my skin. This is about looking in the mirror and loving the person I see. This is about fueling my body and taking care of it the way God intended. Today is a new day and I choose to use it. I hope you will follow me on my journey. Although I am mentally in the game, a support system is always nice. Perhaps you are tired of failing too? Let me know. Comment, follow, email me. Let's get fit. Let's get healthy.
Yesterday, in the mail I received the Beachbody program TurboFire. Now, I haven't had much success with at home videos. In fact, I did about a month of P90X and while the results were amazing, I gave up. I did about 3 weeks of Insanity, but gave that up as well. I am not a dancer, but that certainly doesn't stop me from trying in the comfort of my own home. Lately, when feeling sluggish, I have been going on YouTube and pulling up rap/country line dances and "learning" them. I have so much fun moving to the music! Then, this program went on sale for half off and I jumped on it. I've never done it, but it looks fun! It has fun music and is supposed to make you sweat! I'm currently getting over a stomach bug and don't feel quite at 100% so I may not start for another day or so. I tried yesterday, but only got about 2 minutes in before I became ill. I'm starting this blog for me, as a place to journal everyday about the foods I'm eating and staying accountable with my daily workouts. Perhaps no one will even see this, that is fine. But if you do, and if you want to follow along, welcome!
Keep Calm and Succeed!
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