Three Things Thursday: Back on Track
I have no idea where time has been going lately. I find myself wishing for extra work hours on my work days and extra CJ time on my CJ days. I actually feel pretty lucky about that because it means I love what I’m doing. 
Anyway, I just want to pick up where I left off a week and a half ago. I mentioned how ironic it was that after posting about being nice to yourself and just saying no to fat talk, I starting feeling pretty down on myself. Unfortunately, even after I admitted that I needed an attitude adjustment and quite frankly, a kick in the booty, I let myself spend a few additional days with the blahs. I didn’t like my haircut, I was breaking out like a teenager (and still am…what the heck?) and I was feeling really bloated. I honestly usually feel pretty self-confident and find it pretty easy to ditch the fat talk, but last week I struggled with this. I just didn’t feel like myself.
Although I try to keep it light and positive on the blog, I always try to be honest and I think it’s important to note that even when you eat healthy and train consistently, there will be times when you might not feel great about yourself. This time around I could blame it on winter lasting a little too long or “adolescent” problems creeping in at 32 years old, but whatever the reason, these funks happen to all of us sometimes.
Here’s some tips on how I get out of a funk, stop the fat talk and start feeling better and happier within a few short days!
1. Make a commitment and set a goal. Sometimes the hardest part in making a change to your health or happiness is literally just making the commitment. I’m taking my training up a notch and tightening things up a little with my nutrition, especially for the next month. I have just under one month until I have to recertify to be a StrongFirst Instructor. Remember when I got my RKC last year? Long story short, I am recertifying this year (similar requirements and I am allowed to use a much lighter kettlebell for testing if my weight is under 123.5 pounds). I’m so excited because I’ll be assisting at the second ever SFG Level 1 Certification in April!
2. Change your scenery. We went away this past weekend with my parents and the change of scenergy helped in just getting my head right. I came back ready for a great week this week.
3. Get outside. This one is a little tough for me right now with the snow and chilly temps here in MA. However, for the last few weeks I have been walking with CJ any day that we are home and it’s over 40 degrees. It’s amazing how refreshing a walk {especially in the sunshine} can be. Music or online sermons optional.
What do you do to get back on track when you’re just feeling icky? How do you give yourself a confidence-boost when you start feeling a little down?
