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Every have one of those weeks where you are determined to make it work, and then it just... doesn't?

Yeah, that was this week for me. I was sure I was going to make it through the holiday week with no hiccups. But that didn't happen. And I'm not going to beat myself up about it either. I had a tough 2019, and I will be glad to usher in 2020.
Yes, I enjoyed too many cookies over the last week.
But my days were also filled with family, relaxing, and holiday cheer.
And I don't think I ate as many cookies as I usually do. But maybe I didn't get in my water every day.

I was catching up on #GH from this past week, when Jason Morgan graced my screen. And my motivation for getting back on track was front and center. After all, he is the face of Burton Nutrition. And that is the plan that helped me drop the first 35lbs.
I need to replenish my protein powder inventory, then I can ring in 2020 with a new plan.
My goals are to get to the gym at least once a week and to lose 50 (more) lbs.
And to stay positive.
And we all know that is easier said than done.

It's odd, but I got to meet Steve Burton (aka Jason Morgan from GH) earlier this year, and I bought a signed photo of him and Bradford Anderson. I am planning on hanging that up in my living room (where I spend most of my time) to help my motivation. Maybe when I see that, I'll put that cookie down, LOL.
We need to embrace whatever motivates us, right? And if that works, then good on me.
And, yeah, I'm still heavy, but I'm working to change that. And I refuse to give up.

I don't do the whole "New Year Resolution" thing. I'm getting healthy for me, regardless of what time of year it is. I know folks like to ask what your resolution is, but what's the point? Why bother making a promise if you aren't going to stick to it?
And getting healthy isn't a diet - it's a lifestyle.

What challenges did you face this holiday season? And how did you deal with them? I can honestly say I took it meal by meal.

Tomorrow is Monday, and it might not be 2020 yet, but it doesn't mean I can't get back at it.






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