Hey there...
So today is the first time I've ever written a blog at 7 in the morning!!! Truth be told, I am NOT a morning person. I get up in just enough time to make my bed, shower, get dressed, untwist my hair and go to work. Remarkably, I can do all of that in about 40 mins if I'm rushing... Granted, I also like 7 mins from work LOL!!! (I love it!)
Anywho, we are about halfway through the fitness challenge and I really want to hit my goal. Well truthfully, I just want to see more results overall and I know that in order to do that, I gotta do something more. I currently do FIT camp 3 days a week (Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays) and I currently do NOTHING all of the other days lol. It's not intentional! Tuesdays I have praise team rehearsal, Wednesdays bible study, Fridays...........nothing (ha!), and Sunday is church and homework. My evening schedule is kinda set at this point so the only logical way to get in more exercise is to do something in the morning. **Please reference the first paragraph here** I LOATHE getting up early...it's just so not ME!!!! lol.
But what happens when you decide to change YOU?? That's what I decided last week. I decided I wanted to add something additional into my routine. I want to do something different with a high expectation of the results. And so, I decided that I had to do something in the morning. It was the only way to fit anything additional into my schedule. I started looking for area boot camps that did morning sessions...kickboxing sessions...anything. Well I found a few but they were pretty pricey for what I was trying to do. I needed to find something other than just going to my apartment gym and running on the treadmill without costing me an arm and a leg. When I determined that my options were too much money or started too late in the morning, I reminded myself that jogging outside was FREE (HELLO SOMEBODY!!!!). So channeling my inner +Hope Reid, I got up this morning and headed out for a light jog.
I am by no means a runner folks...I actually don't really like it too much lol. But, I don't mind jogging outside. It was a good way to start my day. I did a little under a mile and a half in about 20 mins. It's exactly what I need to add some additional exercise to my routine.
My point is this...at some point, you're going to have to step outside of your box and do something a little different to get results. If I, yes even I, can get up in the morning for a little run, SO CAN YOU (lol)!!
You can DO THIS!!!
Thanks for reading :)
SN: Rochelle, I haven't forgotten you....next post >>>>>>>> CRAVINGS!!!! :)
Hahaha!! Love it! Thanks April. I hated getting up so early too, but I've gotten used to it. And with my busy schedule, that's the only time I can really get it in. It forces me to go to bed a bit earlier too( getting up a 4:30am, I'm ready to pass out by 10pm). You're inspiring so many people April. Maybe you can check out a Black Girls Run! group in your area. Having a running buddy helps (for accountability and when it's dark out ...safety first).
ReplyDeleteI'm changing it up for the summer too. I need to channel my inner April and try a FIT camp or Cross Fit group or something:)
To my wonderful sister. You are truly an inspiration. I want to congratulate you for overcoming past obstacles and reaching forward to something far greater than yourself. Most of our deliverances in our lives are just being delivered from ourselves. Your focus on your accomplishments are totally astounding and I am so glad to be the older brother in your life. I know we don't talk much and probably is more my fault, but every time I am in your presence, I am so awed by your focus and dedication to get where you need to go. Thank you for loving me no matter what and being there for me when I was down. I love you with my whole heart and I am so honoured to be your brother. When I am ready, I know that I can use YOU as my inspiration to get my body in order. I love you always!!
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