Brick Wall.

Yes, folks… I hit my wall but only briefly. For those of you who have attempted (and repeatedly I might add) to get into healthier habits you know what I’m talking about. But for those of you who don’t know what I’m talking about, let me educate you. The brick wall represents your old, bad habits. Some of mine include: sleeping in, in the morning when I had originally planned on working out; not watching my food portion sizes; using the excuse of work to say I’m tired and not in the mood to work out, and so on. The brick wall can hit you during the first few weeks of new work out/diet routines. Several weeks ago, I felt like I was on fire! I had managed to fit in SIX muscle building, fat burning, wicked work out days. Last week, it fell to a measly three; and, by this week I was ready to throw in the towel. I was reminded by someone who cares very deeply for me that I can achieve anything I put my mind to. The journey ahead is long and far from easy, but you know a change has come if you will no longer accept excuses and defeat. Reward yourself for even the smallest of attempts. For example, yesterday I wanted an afternoon snack to suppress my appetite before dinner. Rather than have an extra helping of pasta, or a sugarary sweet holiday snack I decided to eat an apple. Normally, I wouldn’t think twice about it. But my wonderful boyfriend was kind enough to compliment my food choice.

I mentioned to a friend yesterday that I was going to stop caring during the holiday season, but now more than ever I need to drop my defeatist attitude. In the words of singer/songwriter Sam Cooke:

“Oh, there been times that I thought I couldn’t last for long

But now I think I’m able to carry on

It’s been a long, long time coming

But I know a change gonna come, oh yes it will.”

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=48K5Y0421Ig

Take it one day at a time. Remember to fight for yourself. Don’t be afraid to ask for help. No pain, no gain.

-Darbs