Having The Energy To Workout Is Easier Than You May Think

Last night my husband and I went to Atlantic City (AC) to watch his friend fight in the Bellator fight. Our 1-year anniversary was on September 24th so we used this little trip as our way to celebrate. 

In the morning I got up at 645, made a bowl of oatmeal, got dressed, brushed my teeth, etc....my exciting morning routine! I headed out to the gym at about 730 and got home a little after 9. I took my son for a walk to feed the ducks, came home and played then I jumped in the shower and headed off to meet with a client. I trained with her, stopped at the store to pick up a few things (had to get my natural peanut butter, fish oil and diapers for my little one!). I grabbed a banana and protein/fiber bar at the store. Once I got home I got my son ready for his doctor's appointment, grabbed an apple and headed out the door. 30 minutes later we got to the doctor, got seen and then headed home. I made up a 32oz bottle of Green Tea (used 4 bags), squeezed a whole lemon in it and threw a bunch of ice in it to bring with me on the road. With 30 minutes to spare before it was time to leave for AC I threw a bunch of stuff in my over-night bag and we headed out. 

On the way, we grabbed huge waters and turkey sandwiches on rye with a bunch of veggies and spicy mustard. YUM! No fattening, artery-clogging chips on the side. With the fights starting at 6-ish we had to hurry so when we got to the hotel I jumped in the shower, got dressed and headed to the fight at Caesar's Casino. After the fight we did a lot of walking, dancing, bar/club-hopping and a decent amount of drinking. :) Next thing we knew, it was about 2am. Not really being accustomed to late nights I was beyond ready to crawl into bed! 

This morning we got up at about 930, grabbed breakfast at a diner on the way home (egg white omelet with lots of veggies, dry wheat toast and coffee...but then I gave in and had my husband chase down the waitress to add a side of sausage!) I'm not proud but it was delicious! 

Despite the late night drinking here's what makes me feel really good about this morning and this moment. When I got home I played with my son then put him down for a nap, unpacked, AND HEADED TO THE GYM! Not only did I go to the gym, but I had one of my best shoulders workouts ever! I know exactly how and why I had the energy. I stuck with choosing well-balanced food options throughout my day (included good carbs, protein and minimal fat), stayed moving, AND followed a workout that I had jotted down on the drive to AC. Thinking about a plan, writing it down and having it to keep myself accountable gave me motivation and something to look forward to. I knew that if I didn't go I would feel disappointed and resent myself so I went and gave it my all! I even networked a little and have a couple more potential clients! 

GOOD THINGS HAPPENING FROM ONE SMALL DECISION AND ACTION!