As we get older, stepping out of our comfort zone isn’t easy, especially when it comes to exercise.
Even with my medical background, it wasn’t enough to push me to start working out. I knew I had to begin somewhere, but the motivation just wasn’t there. My hubby had been encouraging me to work out for a while, but I could always come up with a hundred excuses not to.
The day finally came, not because I was overweight or anything, but my health wasn’t in its best shape. When I eventually gave it a go, my motivation still wasn’t at its peak.
My Fitness Journey
I’m not a fan of the gym, so I started with something I liked—kickboxing. I was going three times a week, but when the place closed down, I stopped exercising again. After some time, I decided to try F45. I aimed for four times a week, but just as I was getting into the groove, I came down with dengue. After resting for a few months, I returned, only to find out I needed surgery on my spine. It wasn’t related to F45 but was due to long-standing sciatica issues. My L4/L5 was cracked, requiring a minor surgery. By then, my F45 package expired, and my doctor advised against HIIT or any strenuous activities.
My hubby used this chance to convince me to try the gym. So, I gave in. 😂
After a few months of gym workouts in Anytime Fitness, I decided to treat myself to a BA and liposuction for my 40th birthday. That meant another three-month break before I could return to the gym.
It seemed like I could never stick to six months of gym without some kind of drama. After my BA last year, I finally managed to stay consistent for over a year, going five times a week. 😂 While I’m still not crazy about the gym or exercise, it’s become a habit.I’m also planning to start Pilates soon to strengthen my core, as recommended by my physiotherapist post-surgery.
Starting isn’t easy, but once you begin, start small and build your way up. It takes time, but this lifestyle won’t harm your body in the long run. I don’t believe in starving or unhealthy diets. Choosing the right food and staying active is still the best way forward.
Since my goal was never about weight, I don’t have a ‘before’ picture to show. Just a photo of me working out, feeling proud of how far I’ve come.
随着我们年龄的增长，走出舒适区变得越来越不容易，特别是在运动方面。即使有医学知识，也不足以激励我去锻炼。虽然我知道迟早要开始，但动力一直不足。
那一天终于来了，不是因为我超重，而是因为我的健康状况不是很好。我老公一直试图鼓励我锻炼，但我可以给自己找出成百上千个不锻炼的理由。即便当我终于下定决心开始时，动力也并不强。
我不喜欢去健身房，所以我从我喜欢的项目开始——拳击。我一周去三次，但后来健身房关门了，我又停止了锻炼。经过一段时间，我决定尝试F45。我每周去四次，但当我刚习惯下来时，我得了骨痛热症。休息了几个月后，我回到健身房，却发现我的脊柱需要手术。虽然这与F45无关，但由于长期的坐骨神经痛问题，我的L4/L5椎骨裂了，需要做一个小手术。到了那时，我的F45课程已经到期，医生建议我不要再做高强度或剧烈的活动。我老公趁机说服我去健身房。所以，我就顺从了。😂
在健身房锻炼了几个月后，我决定给自己40岁送上一份礼物——做了BA和抽脂。这又意味着我得再休息三个月才能回到健身房。似乎我从来没能坚持六个月的健身，总有各种事情发生。自从去年做了BA后，我终于坚持了一年多，每周去五次健身房。
虽然我对健身和锻炼依然没有狂热的喜爱，但它已经成了我生活的一部分。我也打算很快开始练习普拉提，以加强核心力量，这是我的物理治疗师在手术后建议的。
开始真的不容易，但一旦开始，就要从小事做起，慢慢进步。这需要时间，但这种生活方式对身体没有伤害。我不相信节食或不健康的减肥方法。明智地选择食物，保持锻炼，仍然是正确的选择。由于我锻炼的目的不是减重，所以没有“前后对比”的照片。只有锻炼的照片，开心地看到自己的进步。😇
