Okay, so I’ve been putting off getting back into shape. I’ve got a million reasons: work’s crazy, I’m tired, my favorite show just released a new season… you name it, I’ve used it as an excuse. But, enough is enough! I decided to kick all those excuses to the curb and just do something. I’m calling this my “Excuses Begone” project.
Phase 1: Kicking Procrastination’s Butt
First thing I did was write down all my usual excuses. Seriously, I filled a whole page! Seeing them all there in black and white made me realize how silly some of them were.
- Excuse 1: “I’m too tired after work.”
- Excuse 2: “I don’t have time.”
- Excuse 3: “I’ll start tomorrow.” (Classic!)
- Excuse 4: “It is too hard.”
Then, I ripped that page up! Felt pretty good, I gotta admit. It was like a symbolic “goodbye” to all that nonsense.
Phase 2: Baby Steps (Literally)
I knew I couldn’t go from zero to marathon runner overnight. I’d just burn out and quit. So, I started small. Really small.
My first goal? Walk for 15 minutes every day. That’s it. Seemed almost too easy, but that was the point. I wanted something I couldn’t possibly make an excuse for.
I put on my sneakers, popped in my earbuds, and headed out the door. No fancy workout clothes, no complicated routine, just walking.
Phase 3: Building the Habit
For the first week, I stuck to my 15-minute walks. I even set an alarm on my phone as a reminder. Some days I felt like doing more, but I resisted the urge. I wanted to build the habit first, then worry about intensity later.
And you know what? It worked! After a week, those 15 minutes felt…natural. Like brushing my teeth or making coffee. It was just something I did.
Phase 4: Upping the Ante (Slowly)
Once I had the walking habit down, I started adding a little more.
I started going to the gym and lift some weight.
It wasn’t always easy. There were days I still felt tired or unmotivated. But now, I had momentum on my side. I had proof that I could do it, even when I didn’t feel like it.
And everytime I felt bad, I will keep telling myself, keep going!
Phase 5: Excuses? What Excuses?
It’s been a few weeks now, and I’m amazed at how far I’ve come. I’m not just walking anymore; I’m actually starting to enjoy being active. Who knew?
The best part? Those old excuses don’t have the same power over me anymore. I’ve proven to myself that they’re just…excuses. And I’m stronger than my excuses.
I still have long way to go to reach the target, but I will keep going, I know I can do that!
