I struggle too!!
July 22, 2014
Most of you know I get up very early in the morning to do my own workouts. I plan it so I can get my session in before my husband goes to work so if the kids wake up, someone will be there in the house.
For those of you that don’t know, I’m up at 4.30am and working out by about 4.45am.
I have 2 points to this message:
1. I’m completely dedicated to my workouts and my healthy lifestyle, and if it means I have to get up early so I can get it done without interruptions and without inconveniencing the rest of my family, then so be it. I’m also a morning person, I don’t really enjoy exercising at night, so it suits me. And of course I’m fortunate enough to have my gym so rain, hail or shine my workouts get done. Although, saying
that, before I had my own gym, I did used to get up very early before work (when I worked full time in an office job) and went for a run and did some body-weight exercises such as push ups/squats/lunges so a home gym isn’t absolutely necessary (but yes it does help).
2. My 2nd point though, is that I DO NOT LOVE my workouts and I don’t spring out of bed ready to take on the dreaded cross trainer and lift heavy weights. I often drag myself out of bed, knowing full well that I’d rather turn off my alarm, shut my eyes and go back to sleep. What I do love is the way the workouts make me feel and the positive rewards that they bring. I just wanted everyone to know that I’m only human,
and working out, as well as disciplined eating, is a challenge for me just like it is for most of you. Trust me, I’d love to sleep in most days and I’d love to eat what I want when I want but as everyone knows that doesn’t make things happen and it doesn’t bring change.
I do it purely for the many benefits, not for the love of exercise or saying no to chocolate.
What you do sometimes feels like a sacrifice, but think about the consequences of not looking after yourself. Fit it in, make it happen even if it’s tough.
Paula
