January 8th, 2012

Just when you thought I wasn't coming back again...here I am.  I am not quitting this time so expect to see many updates.

My biggest accomplishment this week is my one week anniversary of NO POP!  Sounds minute right?  It's not though-not for me.  Luckily, until today, it hasn't really bothered me.  But, today, today I wanted a Mountain Dew like a baby wants it's mamma's nipple.  I, however, chose against the nipple and grabbed a bottle of water!!!  I can't tell you how many times I circled our kitchen island.  Luckily, I about got ran over by my daughter in roller skates-breaking my cycle of it wants me to drink it, it wants me to say no, it wants me to drink it, it wants me to say no...I curse you Mountain Dew for tasting so good.  No worries, my husband thinks I'm nuts too!

As for the fitness part, after two straight days of working out, I was done-exhausted, not working out.  I was wiped out and seriously prayed that I wasn't slipping into old habits.  I watched the Biggest Loser for motivation, stayed connected to the health and fitness group that I am connected to and circled back.  I LOVE working out, and I HATE that I have gotten away from it.

Tonight I tried this 1000 rep workout, and wow, kudos to those who did 1000 reps the first time out.  I did not, however, I plan on doing it weekly or bi-weekly to build up to the 1000.  It was a really great workout!  I can't wait to do the entire thing!!!

So, my point, set goals (even if you have to baby step your way to your big goals, it all adds up), find support (I'm sure there are those who don't need it, but if you do-and I am one of the "do's," find it) and don't give up.  No matter what size you are or where you are with health and fitness, it is hard to get going and keep with it; however, you can do it.  If you are exhausted, go for a walk.  You'd be surprised to find out how energizing it can be.  And, don't worry, I'll take my own advice!