My Fitness Journey

I know, this gives the impression that I already got there. Far from it, I’m not anywhere near, not even halfway there. Fitness for me is a way of life. It’s not a place I ‘arrive’,and stop doing what got me there. It takes discipline, self motivation, a conscious mind, self control (alot) and a desire to be better than I was yesterday.

This takes time, and that’s why I call it a journey. There is lot to learn along the way. It takes a mind made up not to quit when all reasons suggest otherwise. As simple as it may seem whether to take a muffin or an apple. It is, in fact a hard decision. So this journey is not for the faint hearted. When I opt for the muffin, I tell myself it’s fine, I will do twice as much into gym time when I go. Granted, you will make many wrong choices along the way but persistence, not giving up and pushing yourself is what will get you results. Just because I missed my goal yesterday, it doesn’t mean I can’t achieve them today or tomorrow. I get up and smile at me, knowing I can.

I have researched on diet, on fitness and I have learnt a whole lot truths and lies. I have even tried a couple of them. Most are like prescriptions making them a waste of time. As soon as you settle back to your normal rhythm, everything is undone. Back to square one. But don’t’ miss the lessons out of every diet and exercise regime you try. You won’t regret. You will know better and advice others better

One thing I came out with was “Discovering My Rhythm and What Best Works for Me”
Do I work out everyday? No. I am a working mother doing crazy shifts. But within that is at least five times a week work out dose that keeps me in check.

My eating is one place where the battle of appetite, cravings and discipline constantly and strenuously interplay. The issues: What size of portion control? What quality? How frequent? What timings? To salt or not to? Sugar? Salads or home cooked? Steaming, Baking, Roasting, Boiling, Frying? Clearly it is a whole array of choices. But at the back of my mind, I know what goes through my mouth will greatly impact on my health well being. I don’t gym always, often I would opt for an outdoor activity wherever possible. The results are amazing. It can take me from dull to bright literally as I soak in the sun. I call it therapy.

As I reach for my fitness, I’m not so keen on losing weight, though the less the better. My ideal weight is preferably at lower of my BMI (body mass index) range. I feel comfortable there. I don’t need a weighing scale. My body speaks to me on staircases, when walking or lifting while doing daily chores. As a matter of fact, I am restarting my journey from the upper end of my BMI. So, walk with me; hold me accountable and if you can, let’s go together in this journey and share our experiences. I am glad we can ride with you on this.