Get Fit Friday

This Week's Goal: I didn't have one

Did I meet it? LOL I guess I did by default.

Biggest Accomplishment: getting back in the gym yesterday

I'm feeling... like I need to give myself a break.

Next week's Goal: be realistic; 6 workouts, 80 oz water, take lunch to work

It's Important to me because: Something happens when I start something and have some success.  I get into this mindset that nothing is enough.  I'm all for setting goals, but I think I need to learn how to set realistic ones.  Goodness.... how many times have I said that? 

What I need to succeed: Relax. Enjoy the journey. Stop being so hard on myself.  Work hard, meet goals and then accept and appreciate successes as they come.

Thursdays Thoughts on... being alone

Well, I've learned one very important thing these past 2 weeks.

I do not do well when I am alone...and I've been alone for the better part of the last 2 weeks.

I haven't slept. I can't eat. I'm just a mess. I mean... more of a mess than usual.

I missed the gym most days because... well, it's hard enough when I DO sleep... almost impossible when I don't.

It's not just the gym. I mean, that is the most noticeable thing, but it isn't the only thing that was off this week. I was paralyzed emotionally. I didn't want to do anything but stay in my house. I know that feeling so well. It's awful. So awful.

Spending time alone sounds like such a good idea. Peace and quiet. No one needing my attention. No one needing my time. No one telling me what to do. Sounds good.

It stinks.

I don't know what we will do going forward, but safe to say I won't be staying by myself for 10+ days again. This was a struggle.

Anyway, my people are home and so things will get back to normal soon.

And unlike 2 years ago, I won this battle.

Big Hugs!
K

Tuesday Tips and tricks - Beat the heat

It's July... and it's HOT.
This month I'll be sharing ways (some practical, some fun) to combat the heat.

1. The hottest part of the day is between 10 am and 4 pm. Plan outdoor activities around these times if possible.

2. SUNSCREEN! Not only is a sunburn unhealthy, it makes you feel hot.

3. Know the signs of heat exhaustion:

• Throbbing headache
• Dizziness
• Weakness
• Cool, Clammy skin
• Muscle Cramps
• Nausea
• Turning Pale
• Disorientation or confusion
• Fast Breathing
• Fainting

Monday Motivation