Quit Being a Lazy Bum
I’m saying this to myself not you (though maybe if I could run on the beach like this chick I would be more motivated). I’m confident YOU ALL are full of motivated awesomeness! I’ve said several times now this year that I need to get re-motivated and back on track with eating and exercise. In fact, I’ve said it since January and its now June. Wait…..make that July. I am so incredibly lazy I started this post in June and am now finishing it in July. What is wrong with me?
It sounds pathetic to say last year at this time, I was amazingly on track and committed when it came to health and fitness. Then I broke my ankle in September and the holidays came, and now it’s June July and well it’s all been downhill. I’m still far from where I want to be, should be.
I do enjoy exercise and I feel better eating healthy food versus foods bad for you (though I admit Hint of Lime tortilla chips are mighty tasty) and exercise is a huge stress reducer for me. I have been running, not as much as I would like, but I have still been able to hit the distances I want. I’m just heavier than I should be and it’s annoying that I am still in good shape but I don’t like how I look.
Time is one factor the last few months that has held me down. I know that you have to make time for exercise but between jobs, and kids activities, and life, it’s been much harder these last few months than ever to stick to a routine. And for me, routine is crucial.
I also know for me having a goal or something to shoot for is also helpful. I have a reason to be in tiptop shape next July and the earlier I start getting back on track the better. Plus it’s much easier to have slow and steady progress than trying to lose 10 pounds and firm up to the size 4 I was last summer if I start now. Not in April of next year.
Today is a new day and since I am thoroughly tired of looking and feeling like crap I think my renewed focus will last more than one day this time. I was relatively good in regards to diet over the weekend so I wouldn’t feel so depressed when I got on the scale today and now armed with this info of where I am starting from, I have set some mini goals and I know I can do this!
What keeps you motivated toward your health and exercise goals?
Photo Courtesy of Rachel Baranow
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