So…what changed?!
I have been that person who said I was going to workout and be healthy. I kind of was…kind of. :) I worked out faithfully however, I worked out to eat what I wanted. There was truly no change in my health. I maintained my weight and behaviors and did not have discipline. Last March, I joined an accountability group which changed the trajectory of my working out and my relationship with food. I began to choose my food wisely, drink my water daily, and complete my workouts diligently. Was it hard? Yes. Was it worth it? Definitely! I began to like my workouts, the fueling foods I was choosing and loved the transformation taking place in my body. I learned how to stay disciplined so I could have the things I “wanted” in moderation.
I had many non scale victories (NSV) and other benefits along the journey. I dropped my baby fat (from 25 years ago…lol) that was both physically and mentally weighing me down. From the outside you would not know that I had self-confidence issues but I did. I was not always proud and did not value myself because I did not truly love myself in the state I was in. As I continue this lifestyle journey, I am still learning to love all of me…flaws and all! I am more confident and secure in who I am, internally and externally. I have come to appreciate and value myself and I want to live a life that my children and students can witness as a model.
So, what’s next for me? As I close out the month of April, I am preparing for my next half marathon but I am recovering from an injury. I have about two months left to get back to running long distances. The goal is to continue to heal, train and run. My goal is not to win, but to compete against myself and make myself better each day. It is Me versus Me! That is my daily encouragement… When I run, jog or walk, it is only about myself and my growth. This has been instrumental in helping my mind and body on this journey. There is a simple quote that says, ‘Comparison is the thief of joy’. That is definitely a true statement and a thought I keep in mind every time I move my body.
My hope is that I encourage and inspire you to take care of your temple as you take care of those you serve. #AllorSomething
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