Break the Ice

I did it! I did it!!! I FINALLY broke the ice! I stepped foot into a gym! I have had a membership for over a year now and have NEVER gone - not even once, not even to the pool or to watch someone else, or ANYTHING. I have strengthened suring the 3 months I've been working out and I know that and I have more confidence, but I still way almost 300 pounds.  That's a lot for a girl and it's enough to make me feel unworthy to be at a gym. But I know fear is irrational and I've been wanting to overcome so that I can have more opportunities to learn and grow.

So, I worked out yesterday with my trainer instead of Saturday because I will be busy this weekend.  We don't really have a space on weekdays where we can train, so we went to the YMCA. I called ahead and explained my insecurities and asked if my friend could help me set up a routine and show me what to do and they were fine with that.  As soon as I made the arrangements my stomach started knotting up and I got nervous and did not want to go.  But I did it anyway.  It really wasn't bad.  At 2 in the afternoon there are not a lot of people there.  There machines are pretty easy to use. (Although I probably don't remember what was what!) Just felt good to be in a gym. I'm excited about getting to go more often now and exploring new machinery! One of these days I'll get brave enough to try a cardio class!! ;)

I have a full weekend ahead of me but am looking forward to getting some intimate time with God.  I need it right now.  Please let me encourage you that wherever you are, whatever shape your in, don't give up.  Find small things to get started.  E-mail me if you need ideas.  Do something everyday that's good for you.  In time, you WILL see a difference.  Above all else, pray always for God's strength to enable you to honor Him with your body.