In the week I didn't stress or worry about getting to the gym and strengthening, I made my fitness goals. I attended two Zumba classes, used the elliptical, and worked on hip strength outside of the gym. In hindsight, it feels great that this happened. Now, I'm unsure of how to replicate it since it was made possible by a few cancelled classes last week. I'm realistic in knowing that I won't quite make my original goals in the coming weeks with large impending assignments looming overhead and finals creeping ever nearer. I will try to go to the gym once a week for cardiovascular training. I will also replace some more strengthening and stretching with time I'd ordinarily spend on the dreaded social networking sites.
Recently, I've actually been more concerned about my general health and wellbeing. I have managed to completely abandon all of my good eating habits cultivated by my parents and regular sleeping patterns. I have become seriously ill in this semester twice with respiratory infections. My roommate suggested that I am not getting enough sleep, so I think my focus for the rest of the semester will be on this aspect of my health.
Yep - good to reflect on what it is that contributes or detracts from your health and well-being. I completely encourage you to take a holistic approach and not just think about the physical, but also look at the emotional, spiritual, and cultural as well. Determine where your strongest supports are see where you can draw strength from. I also encourage you to check in again with the micro-goal thing. Even small steps get you somewhere.
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