Monday, September 27, 2010

. . . . . . Pushing Myself

There have been so many times in the last 16+ months when I have paid a heavy price because I pushed myself to the level of a "normal" person. But lately I have felt that if I am ever going to strengthen my physical body and get back into shape, I need to push myself a little.

For the last 4 weeks, I have been on an exercise routine that is probably similar to what many of you do, but for me, this is a big step in my ladder of progress. I have been exercising 4-5 days a week, for 30-50 minutes each day. I am doing a variety of cardio, weights and strength training, in hopes of re-training my body. (It is amazing how easy it is to mess your body up, but how long it takes to get it all back!!!)

Thank heavens, I have some fun, upbeat music on my iPod to keep me motivated. And, I have a fabulous little 3-year-old dance partner who jumps all over the living room with me when we are tired of the normal workouts. Today, I pushed myself pretty hard and it felt GOOD! I felt like my legs were going to give out from under me, but it was a wonderful feeling.

I still know I have limitations. I am still taking rests every day, going to bed early, getting as much sleep as possible, and trying not to over-do it. But, it feels amazing to be able to push my body a bit, and have it step up to the task and actually keep up with me. This is HUGE! :)

3 comments:

Ogden Family said...

Jodi,
I fall out of the "get in shape" mode so easily. I sometimes feel like after doing all the mom jobs of the morning I have already had 3hours of exercise (: Keep up the good work and you're inspiring me to get outside and take a walk.
Love, Heather

JulieBurns said...

I feel the same way! For me it was sort of like I didn't know I was in shape until I got out of shape. So hard! Keep it up.
Julie

britt said...

WAY TO GO! Good For YOu!! I still miss YOu as my workout partner :) My replacement here went back to teaching and unless I want to exercise at 5:30AM then she can't do it. THAT is just too early for me!