It is time to rectify the mile project, or whatever form it may take in this new year.
It has been awhile since I put one foot in front of the other for the purpose of taking care of myself.
I have been ignoring my body, and thus not giving my body what my body needs.
For months now, I have pretended that I can go on like this until spring.
but I cannot.
I must move, continuously, for more than a few minutes at a time. I must feed my body with more than chocolate and coffee. I must model the respect I deserve by giving myself the respect I deserve.
I can not be emotionally fit, or spiritually fit, without being physically fit.
The good news is, as with all things, I can choose to address the problem. I can be emotionally, spiritually and physically fit.
So, I am uploading some new music to my computer, and in approximately 30-40 minutes (after all, I have to give my earlier snack of chocolate pancakes time to move through the system. yes chocolate pancakes with butter and maple syrup), then,
I am going to move my body.
I am shooting for three miles, whether I run, walk, or limp it. (probably all three) but, I already forgive myself if I fall short of that.
In fact, I am thinking this spring will be
THE THREE MILE PROJECT.
I would be quite happy to develop a sustained habit of walking/running 3 miles at a time on a regular basis.
But, don't hold me to it. No promises to myself or anybody.
Today- just for today- I move.
4 comments:
good for you Shannon, I have not moved my butt once since my class ended. I should join your effort, and I need to LOSE poundage very badly. 45 min of aerobic exercise is the time needed in one stretch for weight loss, totally don't want to do it, but like you feel it must happen. Good luck in your journey....keep us posted!
You and me both!
mmmm chocolate pancakes
For whats its worth, I did 3 and 1/3 miles and it felt great! The real trick will be convincing myself to do it tonight again.
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