April Fool

After being sick for the past three weeks, I've decided to make a better me, and get into shape. Yes, this might have a little to do with getting weighed at the doctor's office, but more about that later. For now, lets just say I really want to have a good body for summer, and a strong body for snowboarding next season (which has quickly become a new addiciton).

I told myself that as soon as I could breath again, I would sign up for a gym membership. On my way home from work two days ago, I drove to one on a whim and signed up. Just signing up made me feel like a brand new accomplished person, I couldn't wait until I actually worked out... which I did today.

I'm motivated and excited to get back into shape. I've been talking about it for years, but this is the first time since high school that I've taken the initiative to do it. Feels good. My goal is to hit my cardio side hard and build up my endurance. Then I'll work in the weight training, which is my favorite part. I've always been more willing to lift heavy objects then to walk long distances. You can see this when I get back from the grocery store. I somehow manage to carry every single item up to my apartment in one trip. This could include gallons of beverages, lots of fresh fruits and vegetables and lets not forget the infamous six pack. I've become quite creative in order to avoid that second trip down to the parking lot. It's win or lose, no in between. If an item doesn't make the cut for the first trip, it might as well hike its way back to the store 'cause it aint making it home with me.

I guess I could say that the new me started showing itself a few months ago. I can't recall the exact date, but I know it was before Lent started, I gave up Pepsi. To those who know me, you know how big of a deal that is to me. Pepsi was my forte, my coffee, my adrenaline rush, my cocaine.
Not anymore.
Haven't had a drop since I decided to give it up. I've been trying to drink lots of water and juice instead, but I think what's still holding me back is my boozin' habit. I don't drink everyday, but when I do, I have two or three beers. Those calories add up. I need to be more careful about my intake.

I'm one of the smallest people in my family. I know that if I don't take care of myself now, it's only going to get harder. So let's do it, eh?