There is no way that I would've been able to accomplish a single thing over the last six months without inspiration. My original inspiration was to look amazing and almost unrecognizable at Megan's Wedding (pretty much accomplished), my inspiration now is friends. Without my friends I don't know where I would be. I can't imagine not having them with me: on the long run days, at bootcamp, in the gym, or in the cafeteria. It would not be possible for me to stay together without their support. I know that when I have a rough day, feel beat after a workout, or want an ice cream cone, they'll be there for me no matter how far away they are. Katie and Bailey are the only two people that truly understand how far I've come and how determined I am to reach the finish line (19 more pounds).
It has been a challenge to find people to workout and share my journey with while at school. Most college students are worried about what parties they are going to hit on the weekend, not that they are cutting into their two hours of gym time by finishing a reading assignment for class. That is how my mind works now. I am so sad when I lose even five minutes of "me time" in the gym. The gym is the only place that I feel happy when I am at school. I used to love going out, going to SJU, going into town, but now all of those places are full of temptations that are obviously difficult to move past. I have really been trying to meld my life from home to school, but I am not going to lie, it is the hardest thing I have ever done. I would gladly lose another 40 pounds at home than be here and try to do it. College is difficult for normal people, trying to live a healthier life is not easy when the cafeteria serves chicken nuggets, cheese curds, pizza, and pasta.
I have been contacted recently by a few people from back home who have been inspired by my story. THANK YOU for telling me! I love hearing from people :) I want to be your motivator, inspiration, role model. Anyone who has dieted or lost a significant amount of weight will tell you that you, yourself, do not see the weight you've lost. I still feel like I look the exact same as I did six months ago. I know I don't, but I know that person to be me and I am definitely not used to the new me yet. Please, email me, facebook message me, comment below. I want to hear your stories!
I thought this quote was fitting for today :)
I found this on pinterest. I love tea and it's health benefits are INSANE! Trade in your coffee people. Tea will make a huge difference in how you feel, believe me!
Make sure you check back tomorrow, it'll be a good post, I promise :)
Until Tomorrow,
C
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