My Fitness Journey Continues

I started on this journey several months ago, and I must say that it has really been a game changer. I feel better, so much better. It is really nice to look in the mirror and see my reflection and think "I haven't changed much" and then someone come along and comment on how toned you look, or that they can tell a difference.

My secret is that I took this journey seriously. I hit the gym every chance I got. In the beginning I was doing RIPPED three or four times a week. Now I have it down to where Mondays are either a free day, or a strength class, or maybe Zumba. Tuesday is RIPPED in the morning, while school is out and I am busy with the kids, I won't be picking up an extra class in the evenings. Wednesday is Strength, Thursday Zumba, Friday RIPPED. I hold myself accountable. I make myself get up each and every day and go. As I am struggling with the workout I repeat in my head "This will make my arms look great, my butt will look awesome" It helps!

When my Mother-In-Law arrived and started gushing over my tight butt and slimmer figure, I knew I had partially achieved my goal. When my husband saw me for the first time in eight months, it was confirmed. All the sweating had paid off. 

Since I began my journey I have become stronger. I can now do regular Burpees, and not the modified ones. It was a struggle to achieve this goal. My next goal is to master regular pushups and not modified. This is one that I am struggling with, but I know I can do this. Like the Instructor says "It is mind over body"

I encourage all of my readers to get up and get fit. I began this journey as a little fluffy and now I have gained muscle and lost about six pounds.

Another thing that assisted me was joining Advocare. This is a health and wellness company that a lot of professional athletes use.  The idea is that using their supplements you also change your bad habits to good ones. I began with the 24 day Challenge. The first ten days were a cleanse. This helps you stop eating the bad things, and to kick coffee. I lost most of my weight during those ten days. I was worried because I landed in Hawaii on my 11th day. But somehow I actually lost a pound while on vacation. I strongly believe this is due to the supplements I was taking before my meals.

I know that I have a lot of improvement on my body size, and I know that through continued dedication I can do this. An example of my dedication is that while my husband was home on leave, I still woke up every morning to hit the gym. It was my goal and he encouraged me.

I am so thankful for my health and the ability to workout and while working out making great friends.