I did not want to do my 20 minutes of activity yesterday. I was (still am) exhausted due to the fact that my kids have not yet adjusted to going to bed earlier even though we have to be up and out earlier in the mornings. I know we'll adjust but the first week is brutal in that respect. We did our family walk after dinner, but I don't count that as my activity. It was 8:30 after we put them to bed (almost 10 until they actually fell asleep) and I just didn't feel like doing my own activity....but I did!! YAY ME!
I have to say that the only reason I did it was because of that silly chart. I have 20 minutes of activity as something I need to do on an everyday basis, so I did not want to mess it up on my very first day. So I dragged myself over to the treadmill and pushed myself through 20 minutes of walking. It was tough, mentally. The treadmill is pretty boring, but I did it and it felt good. I know I will do it today because getting over that first hump was pretty motivating. Hopefully it gets easier.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008
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Way to go Smushpants. Keep it up. Keep pushing each day and eventually it will become a ritual that you do like brushing your teeth.
Don't stop until you reach that point.
Let me know if I can be of any help.
Best,
Stephen
Good for you. Maybe I need to make an activity chart, because I haven't been motivated all summer long. I have no energy what so ever. Keep up the good work. Maybe you will inspire me.
Barbara :)
I love this idea! I think it's a great way to stay motivated and a constant reminder that you have to do a little work to get a payoff. Before you know if you'll be craving the 20 minute walk. :)
Smushpants... you are the shizz! :) Keep up the amazing work!