NOTE HOW FAR YOU HAVE COME

 

 

 

This quote could not have popped up at a better time!

I have been having several moments lately of self doubt and frustration.

Being patient is not exactly easy for me, or anyone I think. So when I finally realized that I have to accept the process for being slow-I remind myself that I am doing it right and healthy.

 

This morning I did Barry's Bootcamp. I throw it into the mix here and there to change things up and shock the body. I always feel awesome when its over, but not so awesome during. I was mentally battling myself when I woke up this morning, because I REALLY didn't want to go. But, Courtney Paul at Barry's Bootcamp Tribeca really motivated me, and somehow made me believe I could do way more than I thought I could, especially this morning. Plus, I have really had to push my self to train for the half marathon.

 

When you have a moment of self doubt or frustration, remember the quote above and take pride in all that you have accomplished thus far. For that is truly something to be proud of!!

Also, take pride in knowing how much more you are capable of accomplishing!

Have a great day!

xx

GO FOR THE GREAT

THINK HAPPY

 

IF YOU BELIEVE IN IT,

HAPPINESS WILL COME

XX

KEEP TRAINING

I came across this story on the SoulCycle blog this morning, and I am just blown away. There is always room to grow and improve and this story shows you just how much. PLEASE CLICK THE LINK AND READ:

SOUL CYCLE STORY

 

" It always seems impossible until it's done"

 

 

 

 

TRAINS, PLANES, & AUTOMOBILES

When traveling, whether its on the bus to work, in the car or on a plane, its important to be prepared. Most people tend to laugh at me, because I always have snacks at my desk or a perfectly portioned Ziploc in my purse in which I respond "you have to!"

Being prepared with the right snacks helps fuel you the right way and prevents you from eating the wrong things in times of need.

In preparation for my travels to Columbus, Ohio for my Pelotonia 50 mile bike race, I made sure to hit the grocery store the morning of my flight and stock up! I got enough for the entire weekend!

 

JUST REMEMBER...

REALITY CHECK

If I learned anything from the eventful past week and a half its that you should NEVER take anything for granted. I'm not sure if I have mentioned it before, but I am amazingly close with my family. I have realized over time that I am extremely lucky and blessed to have this relationship. So when my dad had to be rushed to the hospital last week for what we thought was a heart attack (turned out not to be thank goodness!!) everything in this crazy chaos felt as if it went freakishly silent. Nothing else was relevant or mattered.

Very long story short, he is doing worlds better and got great care from truly amazing people at ROBERT WOOD JOHNSON HOSPITAL.

On a side note-if you have ever seen that bumper sticker "hug a nurse today" please please please DO!! They are truly something else.

So today, as I am slowly filtering back into reality, I was thinking about how I shouldn't waste a moment of my life thinking what if. Every single second is precious, and as I work towards bettering myself through and through-both physically and mentally-I am taking part in the following that I will dedicate to my superhero of a dad, my angel of a mother, my incredibly strong and hilarious brother and to all of you.

Everyday, every moment, and every second is a gift. So treasure it and use it responsibly.

BELIEVE IN YOUR STRENGTH!!

 

AUGUST 10TH: PELOTONIA 50 MILE BIKE RIDE

SEPTEMBER 22ND: RUN10FEED10 10K RUN 

OCTOBER 13TH: STATEN ISLAND HALF MARATHON 13.1 RUN!!

 

Let the countdown begin...