So now that you have the motivation to work out (to look great in your dress!) you may be asking yourself "When am I suppose to find time to do this?"
I know this dilemma all too well. I was fortunate enough to have a spin bike at home so I didn't have to worry about making it to the gym. But with long days at work, and living about an hour or so away from work, my days were cut short. (Plus I was usually stressed out and exhausted when I got home and just plopped down on the couch.)
I decided I was going to go full force - wake up at 5:30 am and go on an extreme diet to compliment my workouts. Ya, that lasted about a week. I hate mornings. Both my diet and exercise plan was just unrealistic for me.
I did manage to lose about 15 pounds before the wedding, but I did put back about 10 with all the stressing out and partying we did the few weeks before. Yet, I look back at myself in photos from the wedding and I'm really not disappointed. Sure I could of weighed less. Sure I could have had jiggle-free arms. But the overall happiness I felt about our wedding really came though in our faces and that's what was important to us.
Now, by owning my own business, it has allowed me to create my own schedule. I am proud to say I have a routine I like and stick with. Every morning at 10 am I go for a long walk and then do a video on Cox on Demand. (More on that in another post.) It is written in my schedule, so I am constantly reminded of what I want to accomplish. I also have a great motivator in my best friend who, like clock work, doesn't let me forget it's time for our long walks. It's my Jack Russell Terrier, Amber. Yes, dogs are great motivators!
So what does this have to do with you and your hectic schedule? Well, I hope it will inspire you to find something you enjoy doing, so it isn't such work. Take your time. Try different types of aerobics or fitness classes, get involved in sports, or at least get into a small but effective routine like taking Fido for a walk every day.
Also, if you schedule what you do, you are more likely to cross it off your list. Be realistic with your goals and when you want to achieve them. Don't schedule things when you know you won't be up for it, and do things that will prevent you from wimping out. If you were wanting to work out after work, try putting your workout clothes on before leaving for the gym. You will probably feel guilty if you decide to skip.
I know there are just some days that will fall through the cracks. But most days I just can't resist the sad puppy dog eyes and sighs of my dog when she knows it's time to go.
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