Juliebw’s BodyBlog

Well how bad do you want that fit body, that healthy cholesterol level, that slim fitting black dress, or that high level of confidence? We all have different goals for why we stop at a bite of chocolate cake or set our alarm for 5 a.m. to get in our cardio sessions. The difference between those that schedule in their exercise time and those that allow every little thing to get in the way of their "me" time is how badly they want it.

 I know I want it pretty badly. I love how I feel after an intense cardio or weight lifting session. I like how strong I feel, how confident, how energized, and accomplished! It sets the pace for the rest of my 24 hours. I walk with an extra bounce in my step. My hair seems to look healthier, my makeup even seems to glide on better, as my skin is better prepared. I prefer how a plate full of lean chicken and asparagus feels over a greasy plate of french fries and a burger. My body reacts much nicer to the first option also. I like how great it feels to put on a new outfit and feel like a woman without worrying about whether a fat roll is going to show through or not. I like the way my calves look in a pair of sexy high heels. I like the reaction my husband gives me when I slip into that little extra nice outfit. I like the way my children can hug around my waist and I don’t have to worry about any extra folds of skin. So I ask you again, how bad do you want it?

 Do you want it bad enough to set that alarm a little bit earlier tomorrow morning? Do you want it bad enough to put yourself on your to do list? How about enough to plan your meals and skip the fast food restaurant this week? Or to stick to your goals and not order the drinks and dessert when your out with your friends? It is all about YOU, and what you want. No one else! This is the little bit of time you invest in your own future. That’s right, I meant FUTURE! Don’t use the excuse, "I’m only in my 20’s or early 30’s" The time you invest in your health now will determine your future. It’s not how we eat when were 80 that counts, it is while we are young that is predetermining how we live those Golden Years.

 So go ahead, sleep in that extra 20 minutes, feel guilty for the rest of the day for hitting snooze yet AGAIN! I will be up at 5 a.m. sweating to my IPOD and feeling great about it. I promise you I won’t feel guilty about NOT hitting snooze either. I will feel great when it comes time for that family Christmas Photo and that Little Black Dress Event! How about You?

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