Day 20 Tuesday
How did we do today? Did you get out there today and did at least 30 minutes of exercise? Did you drink at least 8 glasses of water? Did you eat right? Did you... did you.... ??? did you? haha
I think I made my point. Today I heard someone fairly close to me- or at least close in proximity say: "I do not care about _____________ (an event this person was using for motivation). I do not care if I'm in shape for it... I do not care if i get there and I'm 20 lbs over....if i look bad in a bathing suit... i don't give a $$%%^^^^^ lol "I feel good after I exercise, and so I will do it for that reason!"
That is exactly my point. It is always suggested to choose an event, a person.... something and use it as motivation. Like a cruise, because every time you think about that event, person, goal - it will hopefully drive you that much more to want to get out there and exercise. Maybe you will think about your 'motivation' as you are driving to a fast food place or eating that 'bad' meal or item.
*what you do not want to do, as my friend depicted, is obsessed over that goal because what I want you to understand and do is remember that you are exercising and eating well for your health and fitness and the goal, event, person is only a motivational vehicle you are using to help you get there. So, in essence, this friend that ended up exercising because 'she wanted to feel good' is exactly right and more power to her for doing so! (haha- that's exactly what i wanted her to do anyway)
The message is- to use any and all aids to your disposal. If having a goal is going to help you, do so. Don't obsess over anything... Remember that balance is key and a balance diet, and balance exercise program will ultimately get you a balance self-image and outlook on life!
Today:
Started with a 10 min jog to the gym- once there, 5 minutes of non-stop sit-ups
Legs:
Barbell squats
Squat push- machine
Calf machine raises
Single backwards lunges while holding weight straight above you.
Single hamstring flexion/ curls
Tomorrow:
Morning: Jog for 20-25 mins
Abs
Tomorrow is Wends - don't waste it! :)
Almost there people!!! Stay motivated- see you then.
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
Monday, December 5, 2011
30 day challenge: Day 19
Day 19th
Happy Monday everyone! How is everyone feeling? Well its monday and I think we have to be honest and assess the situation!!!!!
*I think that it is safe to say that many of us are still on track with the 30 days, correct?
Let's address some 'elephants in the room'.... I'm going to be very honest because I think this helps everyone.
I can see now that I have been exercising now for about 15 days (taking breaks on Sunday and thanksgiving- It has been a bit difficult keeping up with this blog for 15 days straight. Not because of the difficulty in writing it, but because I don't want to annoy people on facebook by putting the same post - or kind of post for 30 days straight. It gets repetitive and don't know if perhaps frustrating to look at... maybe its in my head- but could be happening.
So the realization is this, if something that takes me about 5 minutes of freestyle writing- becomes a hassle... how is an average person going to tackle 30 days of continuous exercise? That is the million dollars question!!!
I think that If i can figure this one out- I might become a millionaire! Well, for starters, my futile attempt to get people ready and motivated to exercise has to change to some degree. I brainstormed and came up with some stuff that might implement very soon.
Like: instead of everyday written workouts: I'm going to write down a weekly work out: both for weights and cardio- and post it on sundays! This way people know how to plan their week and know exactly what to do every day.
Also post videos of exercise on sunday- for the same reasons.
I'm in the process of writing a book- (i'm in the research phase- and learning different ways to keep people engaged, motivated, and putting together excerpts of how to's. This book is going to be very easy to follow- and one that you can reference and will tell you exactly what to do every day.
I'm not sure how long this book will take- i'm just having fun living the experience!
Through our 30 day experience ( I have learned something very valuable! That you do need to surround yourself with positive people and at least one other person that believes in you and will help you carry your goal/ conviction to the finish line!) In your case that person may very well be me! But who is carrying me????
The message is: Figure out what you want to do/ what goal you want to achieve/ anything and get a support system. They don't have to be with you 24/7 but they will be there that one time- when you need them most!
Today, i am that person! :) Lets get some rest and continue hard tomorrow! There is only one tuesday this week. Don't waste it! hahahaha seriously- promise yourself that you will work out for yourself tomorrow.
This week we the focus is CARDIO!! I'm adding cardio to all my sessions this week. Today I ran for 20 minutes. Tomorrow I will lift (LEGS and 20 minutes of cardio).
Add at least 10 minutes of cardio to your workouts- then move on to 15 and higher if you can. You will notice the difference quickly.
Stay motivated- take a look at my videos and let me know how you do tomorrow!
Happy Monday everyone! How is everyone feeling? Well its monday and I think we have to be honest and assess the situation!!!!!
*I think that it is safe to say that many of us are still on track with the 30 days, correct?
Let's address some 'elephants in the room'.... I'm going to be very honest because I think this helps everyone.
I can see now that I have been exercising now for about 15 days (taking breaks on Sunday and thanksgiving- It has been a bit difficult keeping up with this blog for 15 days straight. Not because of the difficulty in writing it, but because I don't want to annoy people on facebook by putting the same post - or kind of post for 30 days straight. It gets repetitive and don't know if perhaps frustrating to look at... maybe its in my head- but could be happening.
So the realization is this, if something that takes me about 5 minutes of freestyle writing- becomes a hassle... how is an average person going to tackle 30 days of continuous exercise? That is the million dollars question!!!
I think that If i can figure this one out- I might become a millionaire! Well, for starters, my futile attempt to get people ready and motivated to exercise has to change to some degree. I brainstormed and came up with some stuff that might implement very soon.
Like: instead of everyday written workouts: I'm going to write down a weekly work out: both for weights and cardio- and post it on sundays! This way people know how to plan their week and know exactly what to do every day.
Also post videos of exercise on sunday- for the same reasons.
I'm in the process of writing a book- (i'm in the research phase- and learning different ways to keep people engaged, motivated, and putting together excerpts of how to's. This book is going to be very easy to follow- and one that you can reference and will tell you exactly what to do every day.
I'm not sure how long this book will take- i'm just having fun living the experience!
Through our 30 day experience ( I have learned something very valuable! That you do need to surround yourself with positive people and at least one other person that believes in you and will help you carry your goal/ conviction to the finish line!) In your case that person may very well be me! But who is carrying me????
The message is: Figure out what you want to do/ what goal you want to achieve/ anything and get a support system. They don't have to be with you 24/7 but they will be there that one time- when you need them most!
Today, i am that person! :) Lets get some rest and continue hard tomorrow! There is only one tuesday this week. Don't waste it! hahahaha seriously- promise yourself that you will work out for yourself tomorrow.
This week we the focus is CARDIO!! I'm adding cardio to all my sessions this week. Today I ran for 20 minutes. Tomorrow I will lift (LEGS and 20 minutes of cardio).
Add at least 10 minutes of cardio to your workouts- then move on to 15 and higher if you can. You will notice the difference quickly.
Stay motivated- take a look at my videos and let me know how you do tomorrow!
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)