Giving Thanks

It's that time of year already...Thanksgiving. A time when many of us reflect on who and what we are thankful for. While you are at it, please take time to thank yourself.  We often forget to acknowledge ourselves for all of our accomplishments, and all we have done to take care of ourselves.  Too often we look at our shortcomings, and criticize ourselves for what we haven't done.

I challenge you to really take the time to give thanks to YOU for all you do. If you've started or have continued a fitness routine, if you've thought about it, if you've had a shift in your eating habits...no matter how big or small the steps may have been...acknowledge that.  Take a look at what has worked best for you, what you enjoy the most about exercising and how you can continue with and expand upon it.  Tried something you didn't like, had trouble sticking to a routine, or found some things that didn't work for you?  That's ok.  Thank yourself for trying, and move onto something else. Every day is a chance to start over.  Everyday is a chance to recommit.  We're all different, and so we must find what works best for us.

Living a fit and healthy life isn't about one workout or one meal.  Don't let one bad meal or missed workout derail you from the progress (no matter how big or little) you've made.  Don't punish yourself for it. You're human. Balance. Focus on the good choices, forgive yourself for the not-so-good ones. And please, don't ever compare your abilities or journey to anyone else's.  Your journey is unique, just like you, and it should be celebrated. 

We wish you all a very happy and healthy Thanksgiving. 

~ Bonnie