So, as many of you know, one of my New Year's Resolutions is to incorporate an exercise routine into my daily life. Well, I have started, and started full force!
My fitness inspiration was found in one of my magazines quite a while ago. It was from a Nike advertisement and the words really resonated with me. My inspiration is the following:
I have an inspiration board in my closet and this ad is posted on it. It helps me to have a positive attitude because it reminds me that it is up to me to make the good, right decisions in my life, and so I might as well make the healthy ones now, both mentally and physically.
I think it is important for everyone to have a positive motivational image to keep them on track. It could be a quote like mine, or it could even be just looking at your child, making sure you are being the example you wish to be for your kid. Whatever your motivation may be, hold to it tightly. If your inspiration is a physical object, leave it in a place that will help to motivate you, like your closet, refrigerator door, or anywhere else you feel it would be appropriate. As long as you stay motivated and positive you can achieve anything!
I have been incorporating exercise into my daily routine by taking the stairs instead of the elevator and by getting up and walking around after one hour of sedentary school work. Small baby steps like these may seem small and insignificant now, but in the long run they can make a big impact!
One of the big things I have done is beginning to create an exercising routine every morning. I received the PointsPlus 5-disk Fitness Series DVD set distributed by Weight Watchers for Christmas, and this is the workout tool I have been using. I have been getting up early practically every morning and exercising for at least 15 minutes. Believe it or not, these workouts really make you sweat! Since I have been doing this routine, I have been feeling better in the morning and throughout the day. Before I had begun exercising, I had become somewhat of an insomniac, having horrible troubles being able go to sleep at night. I now notice that after working out in the morning, I am able and ready to go to sleep by the time I go to bed at night. My life is so much better already; I even feel better too!
This DVD set has beginner to expert level workouts, so it's great for fitness newbies like me! :) These workouts will grow with you as you progress into more intense workouts, so I will be able to use this DVD set for a very long time. It is a totally amazing product!
What is your fitness motivation? Do you have a work out routine that you use? I would love to hear from you!
Until next time, stay positive and motivated and I know that you are sure to achieve your fitness goals! Even baby steps are a step in the right direction and should be applauded!
Stay active and drink plenty of water,
*Today's Happy Thought: HOMEMADE SOUP
(There is just nothing better, especially in the cold winter months!)
I am really proud of the way that you have stuck to your resolution. You will begin to see greater and greater benefits from this exercise routine. Before long, this regimen will become an ingrained habit. You have come so very far on the road back to health. You are an inspriration to me!
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