10/31/2022
So as I was working out at the gym today, I was thinking about how far I’ve come, and what my goals have been -past and present. I have to do something to distract myself while lifting and that stupid treadmill-lol.
In the past…
I’ve been skinny and didn’t think I was at the time
I’ve been skinny fat
I’ve eaten Healthy and “on plan” for my goals
I’ve tried a lot of different “diets”-diet culture crap
I’ve stuck to some plans a long time
I’ve stuck to some not very well at all
I’ve lifted weights before
I’ve been happy with what I see in the mirror
I’ve been disappointed with what I see in the mirror
But today….
I noticed something different
My mindset is different
My outlook is different
My goals are different
My dedication and determination is different
This is the first time, for real -for real, that I truly think I found the very best plan for me!
So all those other things are an important part of my journey to find my best life. The important thing is that I didn’t quit.
And I wanted to… I even quit on myself at times without really quitting on myself or at least I didn’t say I quit, even though my actions show that I did.
At this point in my life, I’m starting to understand how important health really is and what my 19-year-old son called “life muscle“ it’s the kind of thing that you exercise and eat well so that you can continue to do activities that you love, so that you don’t have restrictions and allow your body to secretly hold you back, like I can jump up out of our boat, because my arms are stronger, I can surf on the boat because my legs are stronger, I can snow ski with my kids and someday my grandkids because I take care of my body… I never want age or a weak body to be the reason. It also helps prevent injuries and supports joints and bones as I age.
So today, when I look in the mirror, I don’t look for skinny… I look for strong “life muscle.” When I look at food, I don’t say I can’t have that, or I can’t have this, I enjoy my carbs, my sweets, and I know I can have absolutely anything… I get to choose to have healthy stuff, but I also choose to have yummy stuff and treats. They all fit in my plan. It’s not all or nothing.
And my plan has helped me over the last four months…….20lbs gone, dropped 3 pants sizes and gained lots of muscle.
How??????? The products that I take, have supported my health, my wellness, my energy, helped my cravings, boosted my mood, and give me ingredients I can’t get in foods that support my goals for my life. My eating plan is flexible and includes lots of fruits, veggies, proteins, fats, and even sweet tart ropes, ice cream, and cookies! No diet culture for me anymore. My workouts are designed to build a lot of lean muscle to sustain my weight, my fat loss, and give me lots of “life muscle.”
So here’s to lots of carbs and heavy weights, and the best program with tons of support!!!
What about you? As you reflect, what do you want for your life and future?
