Let's get physical...

It's hard to find motivation to write in a blog that nobody reads. I know it's supposed to be cathartic; you know, more of an exercise for my own sanity than for your enjoyment. Somehow, however, I'm not finding any motivation to write or anything of value about which to write.

I started working out yesterday.

My relationship with working-out and dieting has been much like the other relationships in my life. I know what's good for me, yet I don't always do it. Working out and eating healthy is actually something that I can do quite well - with the right concentration. If I plan out my exercises, and portion out my meals with eating times, it becomes a routine that's easy for me to follow. My OCD tendencies greatly support a lifestyle filled with routine and plans. Unfortunately, so far this summer, routine and plans have been greatly lacking in my existence. No more, I say.

Yesterday I met with a trainer for my "orientation" and to discuss my goals (in the gym, not in my life). The goals are all quite reasonable, and culminate with my 30th birthday. The idea is that if I can look as good at 30 as I did at 20, then I'm on my way to a great new chapter - the "hot and thirty-something" chapter. After an hour of working out and sweating in all of the embarrassing parts, I realized that I am considerably weaker than I thought. My attitude, however, was quite optimistic, and because of that I think my goal is reachable.

Today will be my first day working out on my own (although I'm hoping to get my aunt in on the schedule). I'm working out chest, shoulders, and triceps, and I have specific set, reps, and rest times set. I also have a Moleskine dedicated to recording which exercises I do and the weights I use - both to track my progress and to alleviate the "what weight should I set this at" confusion on the machines.

Here's to hoping that it goes well, that Susie is on board, and that I start seeing results sooner rather than later. I need to fit into my size 6 work pants before school starts, otherwise I'm going bottomless, and I don't think that's a good way to start off at a new job.

Happy Tuesday.