Why

Have you ever stopped to ask yourself why you are doing something? I do it all of the time and in every area of my life. I have questioned myself more in the last year than I have in a long time. Why did I let her talk me into this? Why did I react the way I did? Why did I...

My why changes, especially where my fitness journey is concerned. When I started attending Camp Gladiator, my why was to be able to become fit enough to do things with my family. A little later, it was about proving that I could do it. Then, it became about helping Bethany (or feeling like I was helping). I never really made it about me until a few weeks ago.

I had the opportunity to sit down with my friend, Jo, this past weekend. She has been on a similar journey this year. We discussed how hard it has been to go from lazy couch potatoes to active people with fitness goals. We agree it is the most difficult thing we have ever done. So, why are we still doing it? Well, because we are worth it!

Jo and I have been friends for over three decades...to say that we are comfortable with each other is an understatement. It was nice to be able to say what needed to be said without fear of judgement. She just understands. One of the other things we talked about was why we are vocal about our struggles...it boils down to something very simple..YOU. Someone out there reads what we are up to without commenting. This person is watching and trying to decide if this is something that they will be able to do.

You are important and you CAN do this. Will it be easy? Uh, no! Will it change your life? ABSOLUTELY! I still struggle, I still eat all of the wrong things, but I still try. I try to make better choices everyday. The hardest decision I made this year was to become a healthier me...are you ready to join me? 2015 is your year to shine!