I've talked a lot about nutrition and weight loss, but this year my goal has changed. I don't usually make resolutions, but for 2012 my goal is to be in the best shape possible. I have really been enjoying working out these past 7 weeks. I think it's because my motivation is different then it has been in the past. My motivation came from wanting to get back to an old weight or to fit in clothes that I grew out of, but now I just want to be in good shape. I want to be fit. Everyday that I work out whatever exercise it is, I enjoy challenging myself, taking my workout to the next level, and pushing myself harder and harder each time. One thing I've learned is no matter how fit a person is they can always push to the next level. So that is what my exercises are now, just pushing and pushing. The bare minimum no longer works for me. There is not one person or one thing that is motivating me to do this. It's all for me. I want to go through this journey for myself. And that's how it has to be to last. Losing weight to fit into a dress or an old pairs of jeans will only last for a short time and I've experienced that. But me being on this constant journey keeps me motivated to never stop even if I do get into that dress or those old jeans.
I love this photo with the message because it describes what I'm currently experiencing. I've decided that working out, losing weight, and wearing smaller clothes is all really irrelevant. My life is better with exercise and no matter what's happening with work, family, or friends, this is an ecsape. And a good one! Happy Friday Everyone!!
