While I was working out today, I had a really big, "Ah Ha!" moment that turned my views about workouts and exercising. And, before I go into my story, let me just share how proud I am of myself when I chose to work out at 3:30 pm in the afternoon, at home while baby Sophia is napping. This is a HUGE accomplisment and committment to myself. And, I saw it through.
So, back to the story. While I was working out, I realized that as I am consistently working out, the body fats that I am carrying with me today, will be gone. I mean, they will melt off of me and never to return, so help me God! When I realized that, I began to truly stay in the present and paid attention to my body. I mean, REALLY listened and tuned into how my body felt when I moved, kicked, and punched. I began to have true appreciation for my body and suddenly, I find myself in a state of gratitude. And, on some weird level, I was kind of like having a farewell party to the body fats that I am working off. I began to really enjoy my workout and before I knew it, I was done! And, I am looking forward to another one because I want to have another farewell party to the other body fats that did not get send off today.
So, what exactly am I trying to share here? Well, I changed my view about working out and I have turned it into an enjoyable party each time I work out. In my mind, I am having a sending off party. I can't wait to work out again. The image in my head, sending off bit by bit of my excess body fats that are unhealthy for me, is just sooo empowering to me! I no longer dread going to the gym, or looking for excuses to not go and work out.
I don't know if my "ah ha!" moment today is helpful at all, or if I am even making any sense to you. I am practicing letting go of judgments of myself and my view and I am willing to share.
If you understand what I am sharing here and you too, have come to some form of an epiphany moment, pleaaasseee, share with me. I would like to know that I am not the only one here. lol...thanks for hanging out with me!
Fearlessly,
Coach Shirley
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