What I don't love is that I feel like I don't "see" it as much as I want to. I definitely feel the changes. I am less hungry throughout the day, fueling my body from clean, whole foods without any cheats. My stomach feels flatter. My muscles are sore.
I wish that my skin would be as tight as the muscles underneath. The old Bekah would be feeling discouraged already. Like my hard work should be paying off. The thing I have learned the past year and a half of this new lifestyle, is that every day, the choices I make are going to show up. Maybe not immediately but definitely down the road. That holds true for both good and bad choices. Working out consistently, eating well. It will pay off in time. Just like those treats will add up and show up on my body over time.
I've learned to let go of that evasive perfect image. The images I used to strive to look like. You know, the airbrushed, photo shopped ones in magazines? Instead, I cling to progress.
-Seeing the scale move.
-Having my clothes fit better.
-Having more energy throughout the day.
-Lifting heavier.
-Getting in one more rep; going those last few seconds.
No matter where you are on your journey, remember that it is exactly that. A journey. Strive for progress today, friends!
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