Should Have Worked It Out But Didn't

Have you ever had a thought that you should have gone out there and had done something like go to the gym or walk in the park just so you could've kicked started your workout program, but you didn't? Well, I've been there 2 years ago until I've made the decision to change my life last year February. But the next question is, what if you've done it already, reached your goal but then again you slowly went back into that old habit and gained back your weight in a slow and lazy manner? Once again, I'm faced with that situation.

Since the holidays, I've been out of the gym and I gained 4 lbs in a matter of 3 months. People kept telling me I still look the same as ever -- slim. But deep inside, I could feel the strength fading away. And I could tell since I'm getting lazier every morning upon waking up -- feels like my body's so heavy and tired every morning. It's the negative feeling and energy that just bring me down. And when I'm down, I feel tired working out and so another day passed and I haven't even touched my workout outfits.

Suddenly, it hits me. I should get back in shape if I wanted to bring about change in my life -- bring back the positivity and life within me. The big push came when my friend, Vanessa, sent me a text message that she needs me to accompany her back to the gym. We spent less than an hour there and we're already tired. Whereas 6-7 months ago, I could spend 3 days in a row spending 3-4 hours in the gym doing all the different  sets of exercises recommended by my gym instructor, Marlon. I was even a bit hesitant to talk to Marlon, who kept asking me where I was the last 3 months. Guilt feelings came but went away when I pedaled on the bike faster. Ah, it really is good to be back!

That was yesterday and today, I was supposed to be back in the gym, but due to circumstances at home, I wasn't able to go back again. Fearing that the lazy fat girl in me would come back again, I prodded my mom and dad to join me in the Walk Aerobics led by Leslie Sansone (CD version). But Mom had to tend to my sister's baby, so Dad and I walked away for 30 minutes. After that refreshing workout, I added about 15 minutes of taebo with Billy Blanks leading (DVD).

Right now, I really felt so good. I've got another appointment tomorrow with Vanessa to go back to the gym. This time, we'll spend more than an hour working out there. Tomorrow's another day -- and I'll make it more productive and worthy of my time and energy.

So, come on people! Let's push ourselves out there now! One foot at a time! :D