Today was one of those days where it didn’t seem like I could get everything on my To Do List done. Until recently, I prioritized my exercise to be the very first thing that I did in my day. 5am wake-up calls and a glass of FRS energy drink were the best way for me to get it done – house was quiet, everyone was still asleep, no obligations to fulfill. Nowadays, with increasing obligations and appointments, it’s become a challenge. Late night work sessions and other To Dos prevent the early wake-ups and a good habit has gone down the drain.
So how do I fit exercise back into my schedule, whether at-home or on-travel? It takes only 2 tools to make it work: an alarm clock and will-power.
Setting my alarm clock (and placing it well across the room) obligates me to my regimen. A deal I used to make with myself is that I could not get on the internet or watch a t.v. show until I was done with my workout. That was my reward. That’s how I chose to veg out and I stayed consistent with this even while on travel. Starting my morning with a workout is a great start to the day and preps me for all the obstacles that will come my way.
I’m on the road back to these good habits. An impending triathlon and several scheduled trips demands it. The bad habits of late-night writing and midnight coffee indulgences end today. I have 4 large bottles of FRS and two very loud alarm clocks to help me along the way.
What about you? How do you do it? What are some of the measures you take while at home or on travel to ensure that you exercise for the day?
Sigh – you mentioned this in the twitter party the other day and I really need to do better. There is a gym at my job – I think it is what I will be doing during lunch time from now on
Yes, you have to prioritize it definitely. As sleepy as I am, if I don’t get my workout done early in the morning, chances are high that I won’t get it done later in the day. So much comes up for us busy moms. You can do it – lunch is an excellent time to schedule your fitness as well. Let me know how it goes.
Char,
I LOVE your alarm clock in the picture!! I have to start exercising, I like how you reward yourself with the internet or t.v,,, good idea. Now I have to just get the motivation.lol.. I’m working on it.
Thanks for visiting my blog,I love the idea of us becoming commenting partners~!
Sounds like a plan!
How are you doing as far as your goals we write for Blogelina’s class?
Have a good night!
Oh,I will be entering your giveaway tommorow for the Jockey review.lol