As each day passed by, I realized that all I was doing was going to work, coming home to prepare dinner and cleaning up around the house. If I had any energy left, I would color and read health-related articles before bedtime. I felt that I’ve forgotten that there was more to life than just resigning to a mundane routine. The winter months in New England don’t always have wiggle room for enjoying the great outdoors and being physically active on the bike trails or taking a long walk as I have in the Spring, Summer, and Fall. It was not enough to walk the corridors of my workplace during my 30-minute lunch break. I needed more motivation and movement. There’s a quote that states “He who hesitates is lost” it was time to get moving again in a different direction for a different adventure and experience.
Sometimes we keep thinking about what we want to do, but we never put it into action. The last time I felt like this was when I contemplated about having weight-loss surgery. Every morning as I ventured out to work, I was driving by the brand-new gym that had just opened. I received a free pass to try it out from a friend of mine, but didn’t follow through. At the same time there was a Yoga program offered to me free of charge that I could attend on a weekly basis. I thought to myself, I need to get out there and do this! I signed up for the weekly Yoga class and also used my free three day pass to the new gym.
I was always intrigued with Yoga and now I had the chance to add value to my life by participating in this group class. I enjoyed the session and have attended each class ever since. I’ve also met some very nice people as a result of taking a step forward. At the same time I joined the gym for the winter months since I don’t have to commit to a contract, and I am able to enjoy the benefits of the facility on a month to month basis. I already utilized the racquetball courts, had a boxing session with a trainer, used all of the fitness equipment, and free weights as well. Afterwards I reward my body with a hot steamy jacuzzi, and a hot sauna then I top it off with a cleansing shower.
I’ve been feeling so much more relaxed and noticed my overall appearance looks much more vibrant and alive! Some people asked me what I’m doing to look healthy and I indicated by practicing yoga, and working out every day, has helped me in many aspects of my life. I feel a good tired in the evening, and instead of worrying and feeling uptight after a long day at the office, I’m relieved and refreshed. Yoga allows me to focus on breathing and detoxifying my body and thoughts at the same time. It keeps me in the present instead of in the past or the future. I’m learning to focus on the now and on the breath.
The gym has given me the opportunity to reach out to others who are also working on their weight. It’s a calling I’ve always wanted to do and that is to help others as I have been helped with this life long journey. It’s only been three weeks and already I have motivated and inspired a handful of people. Imagine how many I can reach out to in one year? I’m glad I’ve decided to change up my routine and get out and reach out. It’s my nature and my purpose. I was put on this Earth to make a difference and that’s exactly what I’m going to do! What do you want to pursue? What have you been putting off doing that you’re ready to do? Don’t wait too long, or you’ll miss out on all of the fun!
Linda Hegedus ©
