Without going into too much detail, the last, oh, year, or so, has brought about many changes: divorce, a move, a career change, and cancer, to name a few.
Is it any wonder I have exhibited a little absenteeism, not to mention crazy weight fluctuations and the reemergence of some nasty bad habits? Yeah, almost dying will do that to you.
So, here I am, finally on the other side of it all, overweight, out of shape, smoking again, and drinking way too much. Instead of going all drill sergeant on myself, I decided to have a quiet little chat over a cup of tea. "Yes, you have made bad choices. No, you're not off the hook. The good news? You have the power to change all that, if you want it bad enough."
And I do.
More of this:
And less of this:
Today I started an AdvoCare 24 Day Challenge, which will kickstart my goal of fitting back into my favorite jeans by my birthday in February. (Yoga pants should be for yoga, not everyday attire!)
Yes, this is about losing some weight, but, more importantly, it's about losing my bad habits, losing that voice in my head that says, "You can't," and, yes, losing my yoga pants, except when I am on the mat.
It's about regaining my personal self-worth. It's about regaining the ability to carry groceries up a flight of stairs without getting winded. It's about feeling good, being healthy. It's about living a full and active life.
And, hey, let's be honest: the pseudo-spirituality and pop-psychology-Dr. Phil-touchy-feely mumbo-jumbo is all well and good, but I also want to look better naked. I'm sure Mr. Trouble won't mind that at all.
Check back often for Before & After, challenge updates, fitness routines, and great recipes along the way!
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