Here it is, the weekend is upon us. Any normal job would stop for two days of fun in the sun, late nights with friends, and a break from ho-hum dieting. However high achievers are never really "done" working. It's a little concept called overtime and it's how you get ahead in life, and if it's something you're passionate about, it never truly feels like "work." While a work/life balance is important, as is time to let your muscles rest and repair, putting in a few extra hours is key to getting what you want. And so while I do cut back to just one or two workouts on the weekend to let my body repair, I will be putting in some overtime, as well as keeping my diet tight.
A great example of overtime spirit is my friend Toni. Focused on her big day walking down the aisle, she wants to look and feel her best, so she's taken to working out during her lunch breaks at work, as well as after she clocks out. Her hairdo may suffer in the afternoon, but it pales in comparison to her proud glow and the fabulous body she's creating for herself. I'm proud of her efforts and inspired by her results.
It's the same concept be it your body, a new project at work, or a hobby you're passionate about. If you want to get executive results, you need to put in an executive effort. If you want junior results, keep doing the same ol' sh$%! Nights and weekends are not off limits, but if you want to get ahead, if you want to really accomplish your goals, your DREAMS, that overtime will leapfrog you over those who just want to get by and leave you happier, healthier, and more fulfilled than ever. So strap on those shoes, put your nose to the grindstone, and put in those extra hours, you won't regret it!
Feel the burn (workouts)
#1-Yoga, cardio kickboxing and core
#2-ran a steady 4 miles (paced about 5.75mph and felt pretty strong, trying to get myself to a competitive 6.5 average...I'll get there some day!)
Delicious dish (food)
Breakfast-Body for life pancakes with smart balance and sugar free syrup
Snack: apple and cottage cheese
Lunch: 1/2 Pei Wei Ginger Broccoli with Chicken meal, 1 fortune cookie
Snack: turkey burger and salad with balsamic vinagrette and parmesean cheese
Dinner (post workout): Tuna sandwich with double fiber wheat bread and light mayo
After dinner treat: Starbucks tall skinny decaf latte with sugar free hazzelnut syrup
The final score:
Calories burned: 2671
Calories consumed: 1705
Deficit: 966
Nutrient ratio: 36C/38P/26F
Stay tuned for tomorrow's edition: Confessions of a health nut
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