30 day challenge: Day 20

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.