Day 4

What I did:

I got some exercise in today. Since I used to be an exercise instructor "back in the day", I am familiar with needing to just push through the uncomfortable stage until the exercise euphoria sets in. Today was not one of those days. I walked/jogged about a mile until my ankles and knees really couldn't take it anymore. While I do know that I need to listen to my body now more than ever, I also want to push the envelope a little bit more each day, and it will become easier, and even pleasurable.

As far as the house goes, I have been maintaining pretty well. As I stood in the kitchen washing the evening dishes, I noticed (for the umpteenth time) that there were a lot of water spots on the windows. It took me all of three minutes to wash them off. Why does it take us so long to simply do what needs to be done? I don't get it.

What I learned:

There's a whole lot of change that snowballs from setting aside time to exercise. I have always found that "a body in motion tends to stay in motion". Exercise not only makes me feel like I'm actually doing something about my health, but when I'm finished, I don't want to just go sit down and rest. I want to keep moving and accomplishing more. I am definitely a morning exerciser. It sets the tone for the rest of my day. Once again, why do we resist doing what we know will instantly make us feel accomplished? I don't get that, either.

So today I learned that taking that first step is truly something I need to force myself to do. The rest will follow. Beginning the journey is the hardest part, and I can't sweet talk myself into it - I need to be my own drill sergeant and do the tough love thing. It works, it works, it works. I didn't ask myself to try it. I told myself to do it. Period. And guess what? I did it, and I feel so much better, aches and all!

Until Tomorrow~~~Elizabeth