Also, tomorrow is double day… so I’ll have to get up a
little earlier and keep at it for 50 minutes instead of 25. Last time I enjoyed
most of these days, though they did wear me out. It makes for an interesting
workout because every time Shaun T says “it’s only 25 minutes of your day” you
think “not today.” On the other hand, 50 minutes is still shorter than many
Insanity or P90X workouts.
Anyhow, with nearly one week of T25 completed I’ve been
contemplating the pros and cons of working out. I mean, why do this? Is it
worth it to wake up early and get all sweaty? Is it worth it to pant for breath
and have sore muscles?
Spoiler alert: my conclusion is YES!
It’s been one week, so it’s not like my pants are starting
to fit again. I don’t suddenly have a six pack of abs. And really, my pros and
cons are each different sides of the same coin.
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PROS
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CONS
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The house has a
quiet about it at 5am.
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I hate the sound of
the alarm at 5am.
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It’s nice to be up
before the kids. I feel more ready for them when they get up.
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Sometimes I have to
pause my workouts to help a kid with potty stuff, cereal, and getting
situated on the couch.
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I have more energy
all day.
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No excuse for
morning coffee.
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I’m more aware of
my muscles, body positioning, posture, etc.
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Sore muscles!
Especially my calves, glutes, abs, and triceps.
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I’ve got the
positive attitude that I am doing something to change. This makes me more
aware of other choices I make. So I’m walking the stairs more, walking
further, walking faster, and thinking more about what I am putting in my
body.
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Change takes time.
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I will get
stronger. I will get faster. I will get fitter.
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Change takes time.
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I will be healthier
and that will allow me more time, money, and energy to spend on the things
that matter.
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Change takes time.
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The image in the mirror isn’t any different today than a
week ago. But the person inside is. And that makes it worth it!
