Enough
I know I'm not doing enough, at the same time I can't find the energy to exercise. I just have no energy. I keep telling myself "if I can just lose 10-20 lbs I can get the energy to workout" but I have this dreaded feeling if I don't get off my butt there will be no weight coming off at all.
Right now I'm focusing on eating good foods and I'm happy to say I think I am doing pretty well. I have not lost any weight but have not gained any either. I am thinking about getting myself a bike soon, not only would it get my heart rate up but I would have an opportunity to take pictures in more locations.
The way I see it right now I need to focus on being healthy and choosing to eat things that will make me feel better not worse. I need to get out more and not focus on getting exercise but just moving and keeping busy.
I know if I put too much on myself, too many expectations and demands, that I will crumble like feta cheese. I need to not push myself too hard with too much just because I'm impatient and I want results. I need to just keep focusing on my health on a day to day basis and try to feel good about myself again.
I mean, how can I make any progress if don't like who I am anymore? Nothing will ever change if I can't find personal happiness within myself.
I feel for you…I’ve been in your exact position. I think one of the best things you can do is exactly what you said; focus on making good, healthy choices that are best for YOU. Hang in there!
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Robin Reply:
August 24th, 2009 at 11:14 am
@Lainie, Thank you, that’s the best we can all really do.
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Yes, yes, yes! Though my doctor annoyingly keeps reminding me that the way to have energy is by exercising. Sounds a bit paradoxical if you ask me, but one step at a time. I’m exactly where you’re at.
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Robin Reply:
August 25th, 2009 at 1:03 pm
@Barb, I just wish, I could get some weight off and it would motivate me to exercise more, that’s how it’s always been for me. Sigh.
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Barb Reply:
August 25th, 2009 at 2:50 pm
@Robin, I know. It’s been like that with hockey and skating for me for a while now. I keep telling myself that I can’t get on the ice and goaltend until I’m in better cardio shape and at the very least, flexible enough so I don’t get injured. But the motivation to do those things, which would also help me lose weight, just isn’t there.
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Wow! i checked out your art, and you’ve got talent. Seriously, the one with the rope tied at the dock gave me goose bumps.
I’ve been there…ok I’m there right now with the energy thing. I’m not sleeping good either and that adds to it. I need to re-energize…re-charge. Not quite sure how I’m going to do it…i need to find something that I’m excited..okj crazy about and get moving towards it. B vitamins/protein should also help me out a bit. Good luck making some energy.
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Robin Reply:
August 25th, 2009 at 1:05 pm
@Fitness Surfer, Thank you so much, that made my day. I know, I’m hoping to take up bike riding again…once I get a bike.
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