Wednesday, September 5, 2012

Difficult Decision

The trainer sent me an email this morning to check in and see if we are still on for Friday or not.

I opened up my bank account (as I do everyday now that I'm being strict with the budget) and didn't like what I was seeing.  We've been reining things in so things should be on the way of getting better but at the same time we'll be adding expenses for the kids activities back into the budget. So, I had to make a tough decision and ultimately chose to not workout with him at this time. I know my health is priceless but adding the stress of worrying where our next meal is going to come from will just do more harm than good. So, for now I'm working on my own. Not happy about it, but it's what is best for my sanity and for the family.

In the meantime, I'm going to start looking for part time work.

And what a turn of events!  As I was writing this, I noticed a new mail message....it's from the trainer!  He wants to work out a more comfortable deal with me. I teared up while reading the message. He spoke with the owner and they would like to do something a bit different with me; he will train with me for 30 minutes and then I will have access to the cardio machines for 30 minutes. He said to come in on Friday to check it out and the workout would be "on him". He really wants me to have my happy ending. How can I say no to that!

And I'm at the end of my official Day one.
I didn't follow yesterday's plan as much as I would have liked, but I didn't stray too far off the path either.  My calories are dead on andI managed to get most of my fruits and veggies in.
Now, just need to focus on getting more water through the system! Ack! I have such a hard time sucking back the water. Not sure why, but I do.

On to Day Two.


5 comments:

  1. I wanted to post this publicly on your blog because i want to scream how much I LOVE THIS GUY! SO many trainers are all about themselves and don't give a toot about the clients, really-he clearly really cares and wants to help you. God bless! And i think God brought him to you. You've been trying so hard, and you need the help. and most important, you DESERVE the help. luv ya!

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    1. Thank you!!! I'm still working out all the details and am hoping we have a solution!! I appreciate your support and luv ya right back!

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  2. Hi Jenn! I love this post. It says so many things about you: your willingness to sacrifice for the family, your love for yourself, and your deep appreciation for your trainer. I hope that this really inspires you to do well with your training.

    :-) Marion

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    1. Thanks Marion!
      I'm all signed up for a block of 24 sessions with the trainer! For the money (and time) I had BEST put my best effort into this and get a good jump start on this weight loss!
      Thanks for your continued support!

      Jenn

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  3. Hi Jenn! This is the reply I posted to your comment on my blog:

    Hi Jenn! I'm really proud of you. I've read your blog for quite a while now, and something truly wonderful is happening for you right now. Fitness used to be so much struggle for you, but now you are seeing it as opportunity. You love your successes, and I do too. :D

    :-) Marion

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