Setting month goals

Every month, I look back at the previous month and see where I can make improvement.  If I didn't meet my goals, I make it my mission to figure out WHY and fix it for the next month!   Seems too simple, but it works.

 I also work hard to set goals that are a challenge, but not impossible.  Then, I break down that goal and figure out the DAILY BEHAVIORS that will need to be done to get to that goal.

For example:

This month I would like to lose 10 pounds.

I plan to:

1--Complete a round of the 21 Day FIX

2--Track all my meals and eat according to the 21 Day FIX meal plan

3--ONLY one "spluge meal" per week.   (I usually allow a little more wiggle room, but I am pushing to get the last 20 pounds off)

4--Put the scale away (it will be locked away in the gun safe)

5--Stay fully committed and engaged in my Virtual Fitness Challenge Group

So, there you have it!  Help keep me on track people!

I made a little video describing my goals for this month and a little more of my story:
                       
 VIEW:  HERE

Getting back into Running---UPDATE

I'm officially half-way through the Couch to 5k training program.  I am sure glad I have everyone rooting for me because I may have quit otherwise.  Wanna meet a big goal?  Make your goal public! 

Consistency pays off

I have been able to skip one day a week because I did have quite a bit more cardio endurance than I thought!  Thank you--Hammer and Chisel, 21 Day Fix and snowshoeing!  

I would have to say it's been hard.  It's been humbling, but I feel that I'm making some amazing progress!  

--more endurance
--less sore
--able to run 5 minutes straight now
--form is better
--running faster
--hills are easier
--heart rate is staying lower
--not breathing as hard 
--starting to enjoy it more now

Push myself harder every run! 

I've shaved more than 10 minutes off my 3 mile time. It's really boosted my confidence.  I kinda feel my inner athlete being reborn!  Watch out world :D  

Happy Running! 

Crazy dog!  Not even tired! 

#thehappynow

Are you one of those people who is always looking for happiness?  Do you say things like, "I'll be happy when...."?   I'll be happy when I have kids, a house, a pet or graduate from college.  I used to chase happiness around, and could never catch it.  I felt that it evaded me.  When I look back at my life there were times of pure bliss, but there were also times of intense darkness.    

Part of the reason for the "dark times" was my depression, and anxiety being untreated, but the other part was simply...I didn't know how to live for today.  I had a really hard time enjoying myself, I was always looking for someone, or something to make me happy.  The result....constant disappointment in myself, others and my current situation.   

One of the HUGE results, besides weight-loss, in the last year, was learning how to truly live.  I've learned how to breakout of unhealthy, lifelong patterns that kept me stuck.  I've learned how to work on my personal growth, so that I can keep growing in self-discipline, knowledge and perseverance. I've made my FAITH a top priority again and spend time with Jesus everyday.    

I have had personal and emotional success that I never dreamed possible.  Having made such advances and REALLY learning how to care and nurture my body has made me truly HAPPY.  Coaching others to start there own journey is honestly the icing on the cake. 

My heart overflows with JOY knowing that I can help pull someone out of despair and possibly save them from years of wondering, "How do I get out of this mess?".   

So, I ALWAYS put the hashtag: #thehappynow, on all my Instagram pictures.  I'm choosing to live for today-- free from disappointment, loving myself and helping others find their way!!!   How about you?  Do you feel happy and full-filled?  Do love, care for and nurture your body?