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February 21, 2006

Working out dilema

I had a struggle with working out last Friday. I equate it to the feeling I get occasionally when I’m sleeping all snuggly warm in my bed and need to go to the bathroom. I know I really have to go but dread the thought of the cold air coming in contact with my skin.

Friday is casual day and I was so comfortable and cozy in my jeans and sweatshirt. My hair and makeup looked cute too. The thought of having to disrupt that wonderful feeling with a workout and shower was combating my motivation.

I approached the situation just as I do when I’m confronted with the dilemma of whether or not it’s worth the risk of wetting my bed. I remove any thoughts from my mind for a moment and force myself to move as though I’m zapping myself with an electrical impulse. Before I know it I’m enjoying the relief of the toilet (unless I just dreamed I was on the toilet at which point I will abruptly awake to just having soaked myself). Oh no, but that never happens. Then, in a flash of time, I’m back in bed enjoying the warmth like it never happened.

Once on the elliptical trainer, the process of getting me there seemed pretty painless and I enjoyed the workout. After 50 minutes and 600 calories the shower was yet another slice of heaven. Then what in retrospect seemed like moments later I was back at my desk feeling as comfortable as ever and I was thrilled I could log another workout for the week.

Posted by hopeful @ February 21, 2006 12:10 PM