Post Holiday Blahs
We’re still pretty much in a post-holiday glow. Partly because we didn’t want it to end so quickly. There was so much time spent, shopping, decorating, wrapping presents and of course eating. It’s the time of year when we give ourselves permission to overdo it on all levels. Another reason we’re still figuratively hung over is that it’s difficult to get back into the routine of normalcy; whatever that is.
On January 1 or thereabouts lots of us made resolutions and by now they’re fading faster than a $10 pair of jeans. By the first or second week of February seasoned exercisers won’t have to wait for their favorite treadmill or, parking place at the gym. I’ve got another thought about seasoned exercisers or maybe I should say those caught in the middle.
Holidays, and vacations as great but they can really throw you for a loop. Lord knows I love them and can’t wait till the next one. However, if you are not 1000% committed to your plan you may find it challenging, very challenging, very, very challenging to get back into the swing of things. Of course if you’re working out with a trainer or your gym membership is up for renewal the holidays or that vacation may have left your pockets lighter. The media prides itself on telling us that we’re in a recession over and again and you may be reluctant to part with your cash. Others may have just gotten too relaxed and comfy during their “time off”. How many of you have said, “I’ll start next week”. Next week gets here and you’re still sitting on the coach or sipping lattes at Starbucks.
I know everybody needs to slow down and smell the decaf or you’ll lose your mind. How about instead of giving up on your routine altogether you just cut back a bit. What I’m really trying to say is you’ve got to get up off your hiney and do something!!!! So much of fitness is a mental thing and just doing a little bit will keep you in the fitness mindset. Jumping that mental hurdle will put you back on track and on your way to those svelte thighs and a tighter tummy.
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