In the words of my friend Donell,
"You're Back". In reality, I didn't go anywhere. I did however
let myself enjoy lots of not so good for you foods and not train as
hard as I used to. I'm sure many of you can relate. The Blackhawks
were winning(haha), the warm weather was creeping in, birthdays and
holidays came around. The occasional eating out became a
weekly/daily habit between meetings, clients, family etc. Myself,
just like many people, go through different phases in training.
Sometimes you're really disciplined, others a little lax. It's
stopping these actions before they became habits that change your
entire body. Habits that will destroy your health if repeated for
years.
The great thing about your body is you
have the power to change it. You have the ability to decide enough
is enough. I usually get to that point, when I get so sick of eating
bad food that I can't stand it anymore. I've had my fix with my
favorite things: cookie sundae(in a skillet)
with vanilla ice cream, hot fudge and caramel, french fries, thick
pastas and chicago style hot dogs. Of course I did not eat these
every day for the past few months (but more than usual). I have decided that I'm done with
these for a while and I am embracing my fun filled days of fruits,
veggies, lean meats, fish and tasty healthy treats.I know that when I eat these things
again I feel better and train harder.
When I worked out today
something clicked. I was more focused and dedicated. As a result, I
powered through my session. Donell said, "I haven't seen you train
like this since competing". The truth is, life is a competition.
A competition with yourself. Sure at times you may compete in a
race, a triathlon, a sporting event or even a pageant. The only
question you can really ask yourself is, am I the best that I can
possibly be? Am I ready for whatever life throws at me? Haven't you
ever wondered what it would be like to be in the best shape of your
life? How would you look? How would you feel? Or if you have been
there, you know you have the ability to do it again. Only you can
make the conscious decisions to get yourself in the healthiest state
possible. Whatever it is that lights that fire inside of you to
accomplish your fitness goals, (In the words of Nike) "Just do it"!
Have a fun and fit weekend, Chicago.
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Great post Ashley. I'm determined after running the chicago marathon on 10.10.10 to get in the best shape I've ever been. I am no where near the shape I want to be in. I know I can do so much better and as a result do much better in my future marathons and other races as well.