Ch-Ch-Ch-Changes

I’m not going to sugar coat it – if you want to live a fit and healthier life, you will have to make changes. And for most of us, change is hard. We get comfortable with how we live. Any change – big or small – takes us out of our comfort zone. Even someone who has a long-standing passion for living healthy has to make changes from time to time to remain inspired and committed. And for the record, I am not just talking about exercise.  Living fit and sore means living the best life you can – so this is about family, career – YOU.

Earlier this year, I read an article written by an average, mainstream, suburban mom who made a decision to start getting fit and joined a local gym. As she began to work out there, she noticed that the staff and trainers continually showed lukewarm enthusiasm towards their clients - a globo-gym. I am sure you know what happened next -- she stopped working out there.

Her story really resonated with me. After reading it, I realized I too had to make a change. I had been doing the same fitness routine for a few years, the same trainer, and same place.  It was fun and was something that helped me focus as I dealt with my husband’s cancer treatment. I give much credit to it as it ignited my passion for being fit. With that being said, I began to feel less than enthusiastic as I headed there each morning. As hard as it was to admit, I had stopped seeing results and the trainer I had built a relationship with was no longer meeting my needs.  It was starting to become lukewarm. 

But as I said, change is hard. If I found another place, would I like the people as much? Would they offer me the support and encouragement I am looking for? Would I achieve the results I want? How can I leave my trainer after all he has done for me?  

Despite those questions and having mixed feelings about it all – I decided to leave. And you know what? I have experienced a renewed sense of commitment and excitement. Here I was, so busy thinking about all the negative things that could happen by making a change, I didn’t stop to consider all the good that could come from it. I have made huge progress since then fitness wise and I have not looked back.

The lesson I have learned is change should not be looked at as a bad thing. Sometimes when you shift your perspective, it can be something badly needed and incredibly beneficial.  

Visit Live Fit and Sore! to find more ideas and reasons to get fit. You can also find support and general information about fitness and nutrition.  My hope is that you find the right information to inspire you while on your own fit and healthy journey.