Acceptance
I started this path to fitness in response to a break-up–what motivation (LOL). However, now that I see results it’s almost as if I am having trouble accepting the “new me”. Apparently looking good is not enough, I have to remind myself that I feel great and that it’s wonderful to be able to breath better w/o the extra weight. Each time I am tempted to eat junk, I have to remind myself, it’s not worth it. And finally for every intense weight training session, I have to say, “Bruno (my trainer) will hurt me if I don’t finish this set”–just kidding about the last statement. I need to tell myself something besides “you can do this” as the weight gets heavier and the sets get harder–I’m fresh out of ideas for motivation when my muscles are tired and I’m in pain.
The fitness journey is not easy, but I am grateful for my progress and I am also glad that my workouts are no longer mediocre.
February 19, 2008 at 4:30 pm
I think the mental part is the hardest to overcome at least for me. Attack attack attack it and you’ll be victorius. Vinny
February 19, 2008 at 4:44 pm
JC, you can always remind yourself that if it were easy to look as good as you do, then everyone would. No it is not easy, but it is worth it. You look amazing for 23, let alone 40+ (as you put it). Smile, You have done and I am sure you will continue to do it. God Bless. Brian
February 22, 2008 at 2:05 pm
Hey J,
Looking good is not enough, but it helps. The new you is more on how you feel inside. Do you feel new inside? You should be very proud of your progress. You are looking good Sis. Its not an easy journey, but I have found that the rough journeys are the ones that make you a better person after you complete them. "You can do this" is not enough for me either. BUT writing in my blog and getting feedback from you and some others are good for me. I feel like someone is cheering me on and relating to me. WE CAN DO THIS, OK?