Week Three: Bootcamp Begins

Okay so I almost died.

Maybe not died, but close.

I posted the link to the reel to give you an idea of what type of workout I'll be doin'. Today was arms and abs.  I may not be able to brush my hair tomorrow but at least I made it through. The instructor Matt is great. He is encouraging, but pushes you to do your best, which is exactly what I need.

This weekend was a challenge in terms of food. Yesterday, there were hot dogs and other goodies. And because I was a good solid eater during the week. I was able to enjoy myself (to a certain extent) during the Superbowl, which was awesome.

I'm not sure if I have an inspirational person in mind with the same goal. But I feel like the people in my class have inspired me to reach my goal. Each of them has picked a goal which is difficult for them to reach for different reasons. However, I feel like I have my own cheerleading section as I strive to improve my overall health.  Because of this support, I feel different.  In fact, I'm a more confident that I will reach my desired weight by March 16th.  Perhaps it's because of the support I'm getting from my classmates. At the end of 16 weeks, I want each of us to have a reason to celebrate our triumphs.

It makes me think of the importance of having supporters and role models for behavior. If the support from my classmates has somehow changed the way I view my own behavior change, then how does my support (or lack of support) change how someone else views their own behavior change?

This isn't to say that my support either makes or breaks someone's goal, but if someone can benefit from my support then it makes sense to be the best cheerleader I can be.

At any rate, tomorrow is butt and legs.  Squats and lunges.  And maybe a run to LaCienega and Sunset.  Ever onward (crawling on my hands and knees).

kac