So I gritted myself through Day 1, and it was tough! There were a few places I had to just march in place or I would have collapsed. But I did it! I wonder how sore I'll be tomorrow.
An interesting thing happened afterward though. One of the things that I feel remorse about is that I haven't been a better example for my daughter, as it relates to diet and fitness. I know I need to model the behavior I hope her to copy, but more often than not...I don't. And she is following in my footsteps...in ways I regret. Anyway, I was all hot and sweaty when she got home from school. (Usually I'm sitting on my bed or the couch, using my computer.) She asked what I had done and I told her about The Shred. She said "I wish it wasn't too cold to go for a bike ride." I told her that she could wear a coat and gloves (it's about 30 out) and ride, ride, ride! I am 100% positive that if I had been sitting on my bed like normal, that is NOT what she would have said. She would have gotten HER laptop and joined me. But, I was sitting there, sweaty from working out...and she had the idea to go ride her bike.
It's amazing when life's lessons are so evident.
awe so awesome! Is exactly what happened to me with my kids..they were my #1 cheerleader...
ReplyDeleteMy son is doing homework and wrote this as one of his sentences
"my mom exercises a lot and i like that"
It felt good :)
Way to go! Today was Day 1 for me also. We can do this no matter how tough it is. I am praying tomorrow is easier but I am pretty sore this evening. I also had to march through a few spots. My main issue is the jumping jacks, jump rope, butt kicks. lol
ReplyDeleteMy kids are joining in here! I love it!! I've been a bad example for far too long!!
ReplyDeleteThat's awesome!! I think it's neat that because of your example she wanted to go out and ride her bike! Be prepared to be sore. I did day 2 today and was soo sore. Jackie suggested taking an Advil and that's how I made it through my workout today. Good Luck!
ReplyDeleteThat is fabulous! Congrats on setting such a great example!
ReplyDeleteI'm so proud of you for inspiring your daughter. We teach our children their habits starting so early in life! You're doing a great job- keep it up!!
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