Someone asked me today what I liked about lifting. At first I didn't know how to answer. I mean how can you describe the feeling of every part of your body being activated, being alive? After a brief pause, I said, well what's not to like, I mean you get to push your own limits and keep getting stronger, you know? With a blank stare in return, I realized that wasn't enough. Now as I sit here post workout and lift, here goes. Your breath, warm and strong is going in and out; your heart is pounding, sending sweet fresh oxygen to parts of your body you didn't even know existed; your muscles are throbbing to the beat of your heart and you are alive. Though matter how hard the resistance is of the weight, you're pushing stronger, harder. Nothing can touch you; you are a rock. In the simplest terms, it's like your entire body saying fuck you over and over again to the ones who believed in you the least. Only this time, you're in the driving seat and the resistance has nothing over you. And get this, unlike life- it's consistent. The harder you push yourself, the stronger you get. Always. #yougotthis#lifelessons #weightlifting #squats #fitness #fitnessmotivation #gym#girlpower #popfitness #pushups #crunches
Be the example
Sometimes we need to explain things to our kids; but most of the time we need to simply be the best versions of ourselves and our children will want to follow. After a full day, fun and challenging, the distractions of the day were well behind us. I could see how hard it was for my son to worry about his cat. So it was no surprise to me when he asked if we could run together when we got home. And you know what? It wasn't an easy run. But through the hills, walking and pushing ourselves, the giggles and relief were worth every second. Now I know not everyone uses running to process and find peace. But whatever you use, your kids can use too. Drawing, writing, or well anything with sport that lets adrenaline pump too. Coping. Especially in today's world of instant gratification. The biggest gift we can give our children is a great big tool box of coping skills. #running #runningbuddies #nightrun #thatsmyboy #lifelessons #fitness #youcandoit #popfitness