Monday, March 18, 2013
Spring Training
Spring has sprung! And I for one could not be more excited. For those of us who are active people, winter can be extremely hard for us. Cold weather, less sunshine, going stir crazy inside the house, the list goes on and on. Not only does it affect us physically but also emotionally.
Our energy gets bottled up and we do not have any to release it. Think of it as a dropping a mentos mint into a coke bottle. The majority of us know the outcome to this...... It will eventually expload! Well, the workout people of the world are about the same way. The smallest of things will start to drive us crazy even when we do not realize it. That is when our loved ones step in. They shake the head at us, nod and shove us out the door. They make us run, swim, bike, walk, whatever the case may be. Because they know ultimately, it is best for all parties involved.
But now, no more cold weather, maybe some rain and racing season has started! The next few post will be focused on physical strength and mental strength to build back up our endurance for those of us, for whatever reason, have not been able to run lately. Make a few bench mark goals and plan the first races of the season.
Lace up your running shoes and lets go!
Sunday, March 10, 2013
Lost Control?
Many times in our lives we catch ourselves asking the question: "Why is this happening to me?"
As a person who very much likes things to be a certain way, done in a certain order, my reaction to this question is more important than the answer itself.
First, take a deep breath and realize the World is not falling apart and there is a limitless list of things you have to be grateful for. Find the smiles that bring happiness into your life and surround yourself with them.
Second, if you feel like you are loosing control, remember the things you can control. You can control when you go to sleep. This will help with the exhausted/ running out of steam feeling. You can control what you eat. The right foods will give you energy and give you the ability to get through your day without the fatigue from "over-carbing" .
Last item for today, give yourself a goal for the week. This can be physical workout goal, house project, anything you can think of can be a goal. Make the goal small, obtainable and not over baring. By doing this, you have given your mind the ability to focus its energy on something else. Your mind will already be active with worry with whatever situation you are dealing with. However, with these small goals, you can focus that energy into something that gives you a sense of accomplishment. It is rewarding, it will allow you to rest easier at night, and most importantly you have set yourself up emotionally to regain a sense of control when all else seems to be falling apart.
Your Bible verse for today:
And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience; And patience, experience; and experience, hope: And hope maketh not ashamed; because the love of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Ghost which is given unto us. (Romans 5:3-5 KJV)
As a person who very much likes things to be a certain way, done in a certain order, my reaction to this question is more important than the answer itself.
First, take a deep breath and realize the World is not falling apart and there is a limitless list of things you have to be grateful for. Find the smiles that bring happiness into your life and surround yourself with them.
Second, if you feel like you are loosing control, remember the things you can control. You can control when you go to sleep. This will help with the exhausted/ running out of steam feeling. You can control what you eat. The right foods will give you energy and give you the ability to get through your day without the fatigue from "over-carbing" .
Last item for today, give yourself a goal for the week. This can be physical workout goal, house project, anything you can think of can be a goal. Make the goal small, obtainable and not over baring. By doing this, you have given your mind the ability to focus its energy on something else. Your mind will already be active with worry with whatever situation you are dealing with. However, with these small goals, you can focus that energy into something that gives you a sense of accomplishment. It is rewarding, it will allow you to rest easier at night, and most importantly you have set yourself up emotionally to regain a sense of control when all else seems to be falling apart.
Your Bible verse for today:
And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience; And patience, experience; and experience, hope: And hope maketh not ashamed; because the love of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Ghost which is given unto us. (Romans 5:3-5 KJV)
Thursday, March 7, 2013
What is this Blog about?
Welcome to my first blog ever! I am so excited to begin doing something I have always wanted to do for a long time. Eventually, I hope to turn this blog into a book for motivating others and relating to indivduals through different aspects of their lives. We will cover so many things on our journey together! From physical fitness, to spiritual growth, relationships, overcoming obstacles in life, the possibilities are endless.
My goal is simple. I want to live each day to inspire just one individual. Even if inspiring one person takes a lifetime. That is how the name of my blog was formed; through my philosophy of life and my relationship with God.
We will cover more of that later in my blogs. But first, sign up to follow and hang on for the ride! I will also post updates on my Facebook when a new post is available.
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