In preparation for today's start, I had planned to go to a group fitness class with my husband last night. And, as with many of my good intentions, the evening simply did not play out like that. Instead, we were both so exhausted from work that we took a nap until 7:00p. Then, a few friends came over to watch the football game, we ordered Papa Johns pizza, and sat on our asses in front of the TV all evening (at least I refrained from having the gin & tonic I really wanted).
This is just one example of my fitness "efforts" over the past four years. Pathetic. I make excuses for not going to the gym- I wanted to nap and hang out with my husband- then expect to get in shape or lose weight. It's not realistic, but I tend to lie to myself. In my head, I'm thinking, "Well, I meant to go to the gym. That's the first step." But, if I don't take the next step, nothing is going to change and I'll continue to lose muscle and gain fat. I think, "Okay, I didn't get there today but I'll go tomorrow." It's time for me to stop procrastinating.
The change starts today. I'm going to make my health a priority in my life. I'm not going to keep lying to myself and thinking that I'll get in shape without putting in the work. I only live once and I want to live this life healthy and happy (I think I have the happy part down pat).
Cheers to a healthier TODAY!
xox En