"Fear" by Melissa Schwab, Gold's Gym Challenge Participant

So we’re down to the final few weeks of the challenge and I’m surprised to find myself filled with a bit of fear. Have I done enough to reach my challenge goal? With only a few weeks to go, I have to stay committed to my food tracking and my workout schedule. Anyone else dreading those final pictures? Since I’ve seen my “before” pictures, I’m a little nauseous just thinking about having more pictures taken. I’m praying for MAJOR changes. Lastly, I’m fearful of ever going back to the way I was. I like the way being healthy makes me feel, but for me I know that it comes down to daily commitments to staying healthy. What keeps us from falling back into old habits? Maybe it’s the fear of going through all the hard work again. Maybe it’s just the fear of taking another terrible “before” picture. What will you use to keep you accountable?

Comments

[Liz Fowler]

I'm actually looking forward to the end of the challenge. Not because I will be done, but because I will be done with this part of my journey. I have already dropped 20 pounds and desperately need to go shopping for work clothes; which is reason enough for celebration, but I have set new goals. The challenge has been my springboard. I have really enjoyed the people I have met, and the classes I have been taking, and I really like the way I eat now. Fish instead of pizza?! Yep!! Any day!! Before the Challenge ends, my next challenge begins. I start training for the Portland Marathon. Never saw that coming!!! A half yeah, full, before I turn 40, but this year, NO WAY. OH YEAH BABY!!! Am I gonna win the Challenge? Probably not, but, I have gained so much in my own life that I have already won.

By the way, orange roughy with dill and lemon pepper is awesome.

dizi

[Darcy]

The title of your post is so telling. Fear! It can be a strong motivator but one that doesn't feel so good all the time. I love that you recognize what you don't want to loose, after putting inall this hard work. Now it's time to shift your thinking, and concentrate on everything you've gained, everything you can celebrate as a result of all your hard work. You can certainly afford to celebrate! I think it helps us continue to move forward. Set a new goal. Identify a new reward. What will it be?

Onward and upward,

Darcy