Has anyone else had a rocky start to the post summer season?
Last week we talked about how important it is to have a plan of attack to work fitness into your routine, but I didn’t say it was going to be easy.
When the unexpected drops in your lap, your mind can mess with you. I have seriously thought on days like this “Really, Fine! Ya Got Me. I Surrender.”
I’m not going to pretend this happens with my workout routine, because even when it does, the very fact that it’s my job doesn’t allow me to give in so easily.
But I’m just as human as you.
I try again and again to go to sleep at a decent hour, to eventually fall back into the habit of just getting “one more thing done” And before I know it, I’m tip toeing in the bedroom at midnight to not wake the sleeping bear, my husband, so I don’t get yelled at again for not getting to bed when I should have.
Now don’t get all defensive for me. Although I appreciate it. Ryan’s a great guy and only picks on me for things he KNOWS I am looking to change.
The good news is everyday REALLY is a new day, so if you slip up, it’s okay.
We need to stop beating ourselves up for not being perfect and learn to be patient with ourselves.
Change, positive change takes time to be nurtured.
But....and this is a big BUT
You have got to keep at it and find a rhythm that works for YOU.
When you slip up do not, I repeat DO NOT let 2-3 days go by. Get back on your attack plan immediately.
I want you to stay diligent in your fitness pursuits and stay persistent on the road that lies ahead.
In other words, pick yourself up when the unexpected throws you for a loop and find the inner tiger in you to forge ahead with a ferocious bite.
If all else fails remember the 3 P's of Fitness:
Patience, Persistance & A Plan
Repeat them over and over in your head until you are moving your body again.
Now Go Get'em TIGER!
Love, Janine :)
P.S. I was inspired to write this newsletter when the JBird Fitness Back To Me Challenge began last week because I had a feeling, not only were our muscles going to be challenged, but our mindset as well. I have to say, I am continually impressed by the positive attitude of the JBird Community. Sharing some quotes from this past week via our Facebook Community Group. Keep up the GREAt work Challengees!!!
"I really needed day 4! Had a busy and stressful morning. Feeling great now!" - Pam S.
"Minute 12....you almost had me in tears. My kids we 🤣 at all the grunting. But I just made it. Looking forward to tomorrow" - Christine A.
”Yowzers...Good Morning arms and shoulders. After not working out with weights for the summer this one was TOUGH. I’m looking forward to doing it again to see how much I can improve!" - Tiffany H.
"I started the #backtomechallenge last night. Parts of me were like “Hello!!” but Janine made me feel like she was with me every step of the way. Can’t wait for tonight! - Kamilah L.
What's Happening With JBird Fitness:
New Dance Workout Video
Inspired by “Thunderclouds” by Sia, Diplo & Labrinth.
The song ties in nicely with the theme of this newsletter since it's about when a new relationship gets a little rocky. I’ve been married for 10 yrs so no new for me. But it made me think of whenever I try to make a change for myself, like waking up earlier or working out at a different time of the day and there are some rough patches to work out in the beginning to get into a new routine.
A Reminder: Patience Is A Virtual.
The Moves:
Arm Sweep Up (right-left) - 3 Lateral Lunges (right)
Repeat other side
Squat (arms cross at bottom) - Triple Run Back (on diagonal)
Heel Dig (slow) Step Through - Step Touches
Repeat 3 & 4 other side
Arm Circles - 2 Alternating Reverse Lunges - 4 Hops (hands to heart)
(click below to watch the video demo)
Class Schedule:
Central Bucks Family YMCA
in Doylestown, PA
Barre Fusion
Wednesdays 11:00am-11:55am
Saturdays 8:45am-9:30am