Waiting

It seems we are always waiting for something...

...to pay off a loan
...for school to start
...for that raise or promotion
...for summer to start
...for a new job
...to lose those next five pounds

It is easy to give up on things, to give up hope. But in those moments, God sends us just what we need. So don't give up hope.

Gotta make time

I am notorious for putting my health last, for putting housework, projects, and everyone else's needs in front of my health. Always using it for a crutch. Not today. Got the first coat of paint done in the bathroom and then headed to the city to walk through the park. All by myself. (That is how I prefer to walk.) It felt great to spend the time on myself, on my physical and mental health!

The ups and downs (literally!)

Ah, heath and fitness. I get so frustrated with myself. I know what I need to do to be healthier. And yet.... we fall into gluttony, laziness.

I will say that over the last few months, my mentality is changing. I need to feed my body - so it works well. I need to feed my soul - so it is at peace. I need to feed my brain - to keep it strong.

So for me right now, it is all about conscious choice. Staying active. Drinking water. Eating in balance. Simple lifestyle choices.

Still making progress!

I am happy to reveal that I am still making progress. I feel amazing. I am never out of breath, I love being active, am continuing to lose weight and tone, and it is showing. I've purchased new jeans - 2 full sizes down! I still have a long way to go, but I am doing it the right way - making smart choices, practicing moderation, and staying active.

Where to pick up?

Since leaving corporate America 3 years ago, I have slowly been regaining my life. Walking more, being active. The removal of the stress factor in my life has been unbelievable. And it's really starting to pay off. Having purchased a café in May, I am now finding myself on my feet 16+ hours a day. And the weight has started to come off. I've lost over 50 pounds since leaving corporate America, and am hoping to continue. The biggest reason is movement. Using my app, I've found that most days I take more than 15k steps. I am no longer winded... and I love that. My muscles are getting stronger, my body leaner. I've gone down 2 sizes in the last seven months. And it feels amazing.

Feeling good

A friend asked me how I was today, and my immediate response was "ok". But I immediately added. "No. Better than ok. I am exercising well and I feel GOOD!"

What a great feeling, to be feeding your body what it needs with food and exercise. Joints stop hurting, muscle aches go away faster, more energy, sleeping better. It's like a steam roller of good..... just getting better and better!

Starting fresh after an off week

Last week was a struggle. I struggled in workouts. I didn't eat well. I didn't drink my water! I have no idea why.... But I'm glad to know that having an off week doesn't mean it's over and done with. It simple means I need to give myself a new chance - starting fresh. It's so important to remember that I am making lifestyle choices - to feed my body what it needs, exercise my body to make it strong.