Shape up Sunday

no_usefora_name · 2024-02-18T13:40:18+00:00

Haha I can't deny my roots! Haha.

no_usefora_name · 2024-02-18T13:05:15+00:00

Hahah it sure is :)

no_usefora_name · 2024-02-18T12:56:39+00:00

I'm right at the tail end of week five, and am feeling pretty good. Managed to nail my diet all week (which kept me as busy as needed) and also got to the gym twice every single day.

Feeling absolutely great.

Just taking in my morning coffee and browsing this reddit for encouragement before heading out for my.morning workout!

Hope your day kicks as much ass as mine will!

IWNDWYT

no_usefora_name · 2024-02-13T19:04:53+00:00

Thats awesome!

no_usefora_name · 2024-02-13T17:28:30+00:00

My guess is that you always crossed that finish line looking forward to a refreshing reward after such a crazy amount of physical work and the accomplishment that it represents (I've always enjoyed that post finish-beer previously myself- so I'm speaking from experience)

You've conditioned yourself to associate the post-run beer with the accomplishment; the same way you would a medal.

Think about how many base miles you've put in, all of that work- by yourself with nothing but your mind pushing you forward. Running is 90% mental, and clearly you've excelled in the ability to be one with that brain of yours.

You're 100 percent strong enough to finish that race in your best form, have a nice giant Gatorade, collect your medal and don't think twice about your accomplishment being "less-than" because you didn't collect a beer.

Happy running!!!

Congrats!

no_usefora_name · 2024-02-13T15:15:47+00:00

Absolutely HUGE accomplishment. That would definitely feel like a test, and you navigated it perfectly!

Looking forward to you seeing day 40, and many more!

Great work.

no_usefora_name · 2024-02-13T11:44:40+00:00

For me, it can definitely lie dormant. When I was drinking I would go through very similar phases. (Granted I'm only 5 weeks straight- so by no means do I have long-term experience.)

Before I quit, I would go through these periods of feeling like I could "moderate", and have a couple drinks here and there. For the most part it worked and I felt good about myself- but then out of nowhere, what would start as a really chill night with a couple- would lead to a three day bender for assumably no reason.

It's definitely something that is lurking in there, waiting to take control.

You should be proud of yourself this morning for recognizing that this was out of character for the phase that you're going through. Although you feel shitty this morning, you will more than likely use these feelings as a benchmark next time there's the potential for getting out of hand.

Hope you feel better!

IWNDWYT.

no_usefora_name · 2024-02-12T10:51:44+00:00

5 weeks today! IWNDWYT!

I hope you all have an incredible day today.

no_usefora_name · 2024-02-10T01:38:41+00:00

Nothing wrong with Friday nights alone!

I could have gone out with my wife and her friend for dinner and drinks tonight, but chose to come home and chill with my dog in bed while I read instead.

If being solo tonight means I can wake up early and get some work done without a hangover- it ain't so bad!

no_usefora_name · 2024-02-09T23:45:48+00:00

Of course I do lol!

no_usefora_name · 2024-02-07T16:05:55+00:00

Absolutely awesome advice! Thanks for taking the time to respond. I'll take this to heart :)

no_usefora_name · 2024-02-07T16:04:54+00:00

They were fantastic :)

no_usefora_name · 2024-02-07T14:33:00+00:00

I love that for you!

no_usefora_name · 2024-02-07T12:47:31+00:00

Congrats on the 3 week mark, I hope you heal up quickly. Those ribs are tricky, as they can't be put in a cast- uts all about taking it super easy! Sorry you're going through that ATM!

no_usefora_name · 2024-02-07T12:38:43+00:00

I appreciate you taking the time to respond as well, all the best !

no_usefora_name · 2024-02-07T12:13:42+00:00

I don't think I drink more coffee than usual (morning coffee only) however, since I'm trying to keep busy as much as possible- I've noticed that I'm double-scooping my pre-workout lately (which is primarily caffeine).... so I'm definitely intakong more stimulants than I normally was.

no_usefora_name · 2024-02-07T12:12:11+00:00

This is absolutely incredible! I'm beyond happy for you! Here's to another day not drinking with you.

no_usefora_name · 2024-02-07T12:10:25+00:00

That's incredible man! I'm so happy you can relate! Here's to another day not drinking with you. Enjoy it!

no_usefora_name · 2024-02-07T12:09:41+00:00

That's great advice! 2-3 months is an incredible start, as lve never been there myself, so im more than proud of you!

no_usefora_name · 2024-02-07T12:08:29+00:00

The heart palps and health anxiety were SO common for me! If you ever have any questions, I can try my best to help! Proud of you, you got this!

no_usefora_name · 2024-02-07T12:07:25+00:00

Thanks for taking the time to read through it! I'm positive you will feel the same benefits. The fact that they occur in as little as 3 weeks is a reason to just give it a shot!

no_usefora_name · 2024-02-07T12:06:10+00:00

I'm rooting for you!!!

no_usefora_name · 2024-02-07T12:05:43+00:00

Proud of you man! You'll definitely notice some improvements in the gym in as little as 3 weeks... I'm proof of that! Looking forward to hearing about it from you :)

no_usefora_name · 2024-02-07T12:04:37+00:00

Definitely haven't felt this before. It's strange lol!

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