It's surprising to me, but I think I love working out. I have certainly had a shift in my attitude towards getting out there and exercising. All the other times (you know, going back years) that I have tried to start and maintain an exercise regimen it always felt like a chore, something that I had to force myself to do. Now, I am finding myself looking forward to going to the gym. I love the way my muscles feel after lifting weights for an hour. That mildly fatigued-but-in-a-good-way feeling tells me that I just did something worthwhile.
I have realized that lifting weights and working out is one of the most important, and most enjoyable things I can do with my time.
It is an investment in my future health, sex life, energy level and drive.
I have realized that it is more important than spending time on the computer.
I have realized that it is more important that watching another hour of TV.
I think it is more important than doing housework (Jessie might not agree!).
It is more important than napping.
At this point, I am working out three times a week, exclusively lifting weights each time. I stay at the gym for 60-75 minutes each time, and exercise each body part at least once. I know that I need to start mixing in some cardio work. My plan is to start taking Katie to the gym's child play area, so I can workout during the day. Right now I am usually going during the evening, which means that I end up staying up late because I have all this post workout energy. It would be nice to put that to more productive use during the day, and be able to spend the evenings with Jessie.
I am starting to see some results. The muscles I have that aren't covered with fat (arms, upper chest, shoulders, legs) are looking larger, more toned and more defined. I am also lifting more weight and doing more sets for each exercise. I should take some before pictures.
Way to go, Geoff! I'm so glad you are writing again... and, more importantly, working towards your fitness goals! My hubby & I struggle with excess weight & needing motivation to exercise... we understand what you are going through. Keep it up & keep us posted!
Cindy
Posted by: Cindy | October 29, 2005 at 12:13 AM