Self-care. I read about it and think about it all the time. It’s so important always but it’s extra important now. After my gym was forced to close in March I stayed committed to my workout routine. I did every single workout posted by my coach, if I didn’t have the equipment, I modified it. I found ways to make it work even when the weather didn’t cooperate. When I learned my gym was closing permanently it was hard for me to stay motivated. I wrote down some of my favorite workouts and created a schedule for myself but it was different when I knew I was the only one doing it. These shoes were one of my favorite purchases this past spring....after staying committed to my at home CrossFit routine I couldn’t wait to get back to the gym and see what I could do WITH the equipment...and who wouldn’t have gains with these awesome new shoes? Right?!? Well...somewhere after school began and the time changing I lost my motivation. I wouldn’t get to wear my new shoes to the gym and I really missed lifting heavy weights and seeing how many pull-ups I could do. I am slowly finding my motivation to get back into it, encouraged by what I can do instead of what I used to be able to do. I know my mind is steadier and my mood is better when I have a regular workout routine So, when the school days are long and my evenings are filled with grading and prepping for the next day. I put on my new home gym shoes and get my sweat on. It’s my form of self care...I know it’s what’s best for me, but man, is it hard sometimes. For the last three weeks I have made time to put these shoes on, get moving and every time I feel grateful that I have my health and surrounded by love, in person and virtually.
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