Ow!

Did you know there are scientific studies about saying, "ow!" when in pain? Yep!... looked it up myself on the internet. It's funny but true. Also did you know dogs have eyelids inside their eyelids? Its so weird. And in case you were wondering a single strand of Spaghetti is called a “Spaghetto”. 

ANnnyways...We are moving right along with our health goals which sometimes feel daunting but honestly I am happy just eating right and getting my body moving. I would love to get to a point where I eat exceptionally and have great strength, endurance, and flexibility but today as I was doing my own circuit training I packed on some nice 25lb weights onto each of the bar and was barely able to put the bar back without injuring myself. I realized that I need to humble myself and do what I can do now not what I want to be able to do eventually. Part of the challenge I face in this lifestyle change is that I want extreme results right away. I need to have faith that I will get stronger and healthier and more able as I continue to work hard each day. The time will come when I am more confident and happier with what I can do but I have to be ok with where I am at now. "I'm OK just being OK" What movie? I love myself enough to know that I am worth it not just when I achieve my goals but right now! I am enough! I am worth the effort I make today! And I can find joy in the journey in all aspects of my life regardless of what I look like or what I can or cannot do! I have faith as I continue to care for my mind, body, and spirit my soul will shape itself and I will feel the joy that comes from taking care of what I have been given!! 

Because I missed a few days posting this one is a bit longer. SORRY hehe! I would like to share with you to my great delight that many family and friends have responded to our health challenge with excitement and been very supportive and encouraging. Some have even expressed their desire to eat better and exercise including my amazing cousin Dana Sanchez! Way to go Dana. I want you to know that you are beautiful inside and out and you are worth every effort to improve your quality of life. I am excited for you and hope you find joy in the journey and accomplish many if not all of your health goals!! YOU GO GIRL! 

I invite everyone following my blog to show gratitude for their bodies by feeding it properly and exercising. You will feel better I promise. Also I may have said this before but it can be discouraging to look back and realize how long you have or haven't done what you should or shouldn't. It can be hard to look forward to where you want to be and feel intimidated and unsure if you're up for the challenge. Please put a little faith in the Lord, put a little faith in yourself and do something. Write down your goals and go for it. Today matters. Today counts. If you can't seem to get it right today. Get up and start tomorrow. If you mess up tomorrow try again the next day. It's not easy but it is worth it. Health is worth it. It feels good and increases your abilities for yourself and your family. And it gives you confidence and encouragement in other important aspects of yourself and your life which is always worth it!