Goals.

In my life I haven't been one to physically challenge myself. I was devoted to ballet for around 10 yrs. of my life, I hit some milestones. I got pointe shoes. And honestly? It stood as the only physical achievement I felt like I had hit. It was my only athletic victory.

But with my whole "be healthy" lifestyle makeover that's suddenly changed. Suddenly I'm beginning to feel a small sort of pride in the things I can do.

I've cut naps out of my days in exchange for regular hour and a half exercise. I am able to push myself and go further and further each day. I can do 10 push ups. I beat everyone in the house on sit-ups and leg lifts. I can run around the block!!!

I eat more fruits and veggies that sugars or desserts. I eat mostly whole grains, meat usually once a day. I've cut out all high sodium, high calorie, overly processed, microwave, or fast food.

I have been many things. Fit or "in shape" haven't been one of them. Until now, that is.

Physicality isn't everything. Body shape and diet aren't always a priority. I understand that.

But it's nice for once to not have the shame of being the first out of breath or the one not eating the most. It's nice to not be embarrassed and worried about diabetes or not building enough calcium or blah blah blah.

Next on the goals list?

A job/career that I'm truly happy with.
Going back to school.
Saving money.

These are the things that I think will make me a real grown up.


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