Day 34: Challenge Groups

It's hard to believe that it's been a little over a month since I started this program, but it just goes to show that being in a challenge group really helps to keep me going! This group of women that I'm in this journey with are completely amazing! We post daily, give each other pep talks, keep each other motivated and accountable. If I were doing this alone, I don't know if I would still be keeping up or would have found some excuse to stop (no time, too stressed, missed a workout...oh and another, too tired, etc).

I've been in challenge groups before, however this one is different. We are like a group of Marines and don't leave anyone behind. This week was a key example on how much we care about each other (and most of us have only met through this online group)! You know the saying, when it rains, it pours? Well, that definitely rang true for our group this week. It seemed that week 5 was the week to hit a wall for us as there was a roller coaster of emotions coming from most. However the amazing thing was how we all helped each other get through the week, stay on track, and keep pushing forward. No matter what anyone says in the group, there is no negative remarks made by anyone to another person in the group. It's quite refreshing from posts you see elsewhere within social media, it's nice to see positivity and genuine caring for others. We truly have bonded as friends and consider each other as family.

If you've been struggling to keep up with a fitness program, eating healthy, etc., I highly encourage you to find an accountability partner, coach, or group to help keep you motivated. If you need help or need a coach, just let me know!

It's Going Down Today

So glad that it's Friday and even better, I don't have to work today! I love weekends and the rare weekday day off because I get to start my day off with my workout. I'm not a morning person, so getting up before 5 AM to workout before work does not work for me, but getting up at 8 or 9 to workout on the weekend...completely doable. 

This week was definitely more stressful than most, but I made it through getting 3 out of 4 workouts in and eating clean 95%...had a couple slips. 

But today is going to be an amazing day! You see, today one of my closest friends is getting married and we are going to celebrate until the cows come home...or until everyone passes out, whichever comes first. Will this throw off some of the hard work that I put in this week? Yes, but I also know that I won't go as overboard as I used to. I've formed some good habits and have learned my limits. I know it's okay to indulge a little from time to time. All about moderation. 

Have an amazing Friday! Believe in yourself and you can do anything!