Alright I'm back from the Vegas/NYC tour. I'm gonna lay it on the line -- I failed. Now I'm going to practice the thing that has made me successful at weight loss, at work and in life in general. I'm not going to quit -- I'm going to get right back on the plan. Perseverance is a virtue.
None the less I will share my confession to allow closure to my shortfall. I travelled to Vegas on a flight Sunday at 6:55am. I then spent every waking moment with my boss. A delay gave us a short layover -- so I did walk briskly, but not sure that it qualifies. We shopped when we go there and I swear, I took every set of stairs that were in existence at both the airport and in Vegas. In fact I inspired Patti to do the same. (perhaps that should count as extra credit) On Monday I got up early and ran outside -- 4 miles, the longest I've been in months -- including several stair climbs. Also walked nearly 2 miles in addition to shop and purposely walked to try and make up for the guilt I was feeling about the prior day. Tuesday -- again got up and ran 4 miles before our appointments. Wednesday, another 7am flight, straight to the hotel and then appointments. Then straight to dinner --- with drinks of course. Exhausted when I got back to my room at nearly midnight. Thursday......just exhausted. I walked as much as I could, but did not have dedicated time to workout. Friday, more of the same including a flight back to Duluth. It was very challenging and frankly I just planned too much social stuff and couldn't fit in time to workout. I let myself down -- which I regret, but learned I can't do everything and I should take care of myself first.
So today I was back at it. Went running outside. I am now home for 3 weeks straight -- so I am certain this was just a minor setback.
JW -- proud of you for getting up out of bed to workout and love the irony of reading a book about the focus needed to be an Olympian.
JL -- how did the meetings go? How did the dress look? We need a picture!
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