Not So Bad – Day 2

The Gym is Calling My Name. Tara Angkor Hotel Fitness centre

It’s Day 2, and I have to say—so far, so good.

As expected, my motivation beast reared its ugly head this morning. I did not feel like waking up to work out. Excuses ran wild through my mind like a crazy parade:

“You’re so sore from yesterday.”
“You really need more sleep.”

But I’m not letting those thoughts win. I made a promise to myself, and I’m sticking to it. I’ll work out after work—and that’s that.

What has surprised me is how much I’m actually enjoying some of the things I used to dread. For example: protein shakes. I’d always heard horror stories—chalky textures, weird aftertastes, and, of course, the gas. But yesterday morning, I whipped up a concoction of Allmax Nutrition Isoflex Vanilla, berries, Silk Pure Almond Vanilla, half a banana, and a little natural peanut butter. Let me tell you: YUM. Honestly, I’m not missing much food-wise on this journey so far.

I’m used to eating healthy after years of trying every diet under the sun, so this transition hasn’t been too hard—at least not yet. Talk to me after today’s squats, though. I already know I’ll be waddling tomorrow. But hey, I keep reminding myself: I want a better booty. Ha!

On another note, I’ve been encouraged to take extra supplements. I’m still a little skeptical. I’ve had some wild experiences with multivitamins in the past, and part of me wants to do this as clean and naturally as possible. Maybe it’s just my lack of education around fitness and nutrition, but I’m curious—and cautious.