Coffee Break

For a good part of a year, I stuck to a fairly consistent workout schedule, which meant going straight to boxing after work. This schedule was easily maintained because working out meant more hang out time with one of my besties! So to me, working out equaled play date! Except this play date wasn't the kind you used to go on as a kid; this one consisted of punching, sweat, pain, exhaustion, and finally, more sweat. On second thought, this is probably pretty similar to how little boys "play nice" with each other. Hmm...strange. ANYWAYS, it's definitely different than the play dates I had growing up! 

Unfortunately, my schedule for the next three months has put my boxing classes on hold and thus, thrown my workout schedule off kilter. Of course, I want to stay in shape (okay, I want to get back into shape), and be ready for the bikini season that I won't have time for this summer, but it's really hard to find the opportunity and motivation. Plus, when I look at my schedule, I'm forced to accept the fact that my only option is to work out in the morning. Ugh. The problem with morning workouts isn't whether or not I'm a morning person; in fact, I love mornings! The problem is that I'm not good at going to bed early or sleeping through the entire night, but I'll save those problems for another post. :) 

But, since I do want to stay healthy and in-shape, I am going to accept my new schedule and try my hardest to work out almost every day before work. It's going to be challenging to leave the comfort of my bed an hour earlier than normal, but I know it will pay off in the long run. I'll check in with all of you after a couple of weeks, and let you know how my morning workouts are treating me! 

In the meantime, feel free to leave a comment about what motivates you to workout, and how you stick to your fitness schedule!

XO,
Kimiko