For the last few weeks, it's felt like I have been moving through sludge. Every day I've been so tired, physically and mentally. Today, for the first day in ages, I felt like myself again. I didn't have to force myself to get up, exercise, get through the day. Today, I felt happy, and ready to attack my workouts, and my life.
I started the day with a quick 30 minutes on the elliptical. After the check in with my trainer yesterday, I really wanted to get it over with. So, first thing this morning, even before breakfast, I got it in. I chose the easier set of intervals, with 30 seconds hard and 60 seconds of recovery. But still, it was a heck of a workout!
Then, at lunch time, I did the other Jillian Michael's DVD - front side for beginners. It was really tough, but so doable. I am finally getting excited about my program again. I love that I have a plan and I can stick to it. And, I will be able to get strength training three times a week. That is an awesome thing.
And, to make things even better, I did another plank tonight. After the DVD this afternoon, it was definitely a challenge, but I made it the full 90 seconds. My plan is to do 90 seconds a day for a while and see when I can up it to 105 and then two minutes. Eventually, I'd love to get to three minutes. But, that's a ways away right now.
So, for gratitude, I am just so thankful for today. I needed to know that I was still capable of being happy, feeling rested, and having energy. I know that we all go through ups and downs, but I really needed this up day. I have no idea what tomorrow will bring, but I am hoping for a repeat!
Food: Perfect
Exercise: 30 Minutes Elliptical, 45 Minute DVD, 90 Second Plank
Gratitude: Feeling good!
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