My Favorite Things

A dear friend of mine and I were discussing goals and what we are most thankful for. I have many things to be thankful for but I decided that I should write them out for good measure. This list is a collection of my favorite things, things I’m grateful for and a few things I know.

• I honestly, LOVE  going to the gym – if I can’t go I get cranky.
• The only way to get what you want is to go after it until you get it.
• One of my favorite articles of clothing is sweatpants.
• Not everyone will understand what you are trying to do or where you are trying to go, but as long as you know your journey you will get there.
• I LOVE laughing and smiling.
• My favorite way to spend a Saturday night is on the couch with my cute hubby, snuggly cats and a good movie.
• There are some movies that you HAVE to see in the theatres, as it makes them THAT much cooler.
• I spend too much money on workout clothes –but it’s so worth it. They are SO comfy and make me feel sassy!
• I still don’t understand why people bring coffee as their ‘drink of choice’ to the gym while they workout.
• I hate The Biggest Loser TV show.
• Too many women are scared to lift weights and therefore never reach their fitness goals.
• Setting goals is the only way to reach them
• I LOVE ice cream. Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, Cookies and Cream and Mint Chip are my favs
• Doing a 40lb dumbbell shoulder press and having the guys in the gym stop and stare at you is a PRETTY cool feeling!
• Seeing myself getting stronger and stronger each week is motivation enough to keep going back to the gym. Plus noticing my backside having a nice shape is a bonus
• I love working out, but I love some time off.
• I’m a good writer. I love to blog because I love to write about fitness
• Nobody likes someone who thinks they know everything.
• You can meet a person who will change your life forever in the most random places and when you least expect it.
• I am my biggest obstacle in achieving my goals. Stop thinking and start DOING!
• Christmas really is ‘the MOST wonderful time of the year’!
• If I don’t eat every few hours I get cranky and can’t function
• I love reading Fitness Magazines!
• The Muppets taught me everything I know “Success is believing in yourself, and then convincing everyone else that you’re right.” ~Kermit the Frog
•  Too much caffeine is not good for you.
• Having a vision board with your goals only makes you more likely to reach them.
• Make a change, go for a dream, reach for the stars because YOU want too not because society or someone is telling you too.
• A snuggly cat can make you smile no matter how bad your day is.
• Summer is my FAVORITE season – sun, swimming, fun – what more could you want!?
• Water is UNBELIEVABLY good for you
•  I love learning a new exercise at the gym.
• Stretching helps prevent injuries.
• Having strong core and glute muscles are imperative to getting stronger and keeping your back healthy.
• Having good music makes the world of the difference at the gym.
• Having a positive attitude and outlook on life, makes life more fun.
• People make fun of what they don’t understand.
• There are unfortunately a lot of miserable people out there, who will do everything and anything to make you miserable too.
• I LOVE the internet
• I love making a difference in someone’s life – whether its to help them lose weight, or as simple as a smile – it makes me happy.
• Not eating doesn’t help you lose weight – it makes you look sick and out of shape – eat right and lift weights – its the only way to lose weight.
• Most people that I see in the gym everyday, for months at a time, don’t look like they have ever stepped foot in a gym.
• I have some amazing people in my life who support me and believe in me – they keep me going and believing no matter what the world will bring.
• Don’t be afraid to speak your mind and go after what you want – what are you waiting for?
• Watching what you eat is not just a figure of speech – its the only way to guarantee results.
• I am thankful for you reading my blog

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