It's been a long week...

I can't believe tomorrow is Friday. It has been a long, stressful week but I can honestly say that since I have exercised everyday, my body feels good. My body feels very tired and worn out but it feels good. This week was hard to stick to my diet. I have to admit that I did eat some chicken tenders earlier this week that had breading on them so that wasn't a good choice. It was more of a convenience to me so I think that's why I gave in so easily. I have not weighed myself this week so I'm not sure if I have lost anything yet but even if I haven't I feel better about myself already. I am actually sleeping better at night, which is always a plus as a college student!

Yesterday, I did not get a chance to run early so I didn't end up running until 9:00 last night. I ran well but my body was so exhausted all day today that it was very difficult to run today. I think I have learned that even though I hate getting up early, it is the best time for me to run. I just need to get it over with before the stress of school and work get in the way.

I think this weekend is going to be the biggest challenge of both sticking to my diet and running. My friends and I tend to go out and it's going to be hard to say no. I have goals for myself and I really want to reach them this year.

In one of my PR classes today, a woman from a local gym came in to talk to us about her gym and how she wants us to work on a campaign for her. She showed us a picture of her 13 years ago when she was 60 lbs heavier and a smoker. She decided that she wanted to quit smoking and by doing that she had to start working out. When I saw the picture of her I was shocked. She is so lean and toned and full of energy today. She has an amazing story and it was so encouraging to see her results and how she has kept the weight off for 13 years! Hopefully, that will be the case for myself.

Next week is another week of phase one of the South Beach Diet. I can't wait until it's over! Haha. Phase two will be the following week and it introduces fruit and very few low carb options. Tomorrow, I am going to give my body a different type of workout and head to the pool. My legs are tired and I think swimming will put more focus on my whole body rather than just my legs.

Overall, it has been a successful week. I can't believe I have ran everyday this week. I want running to become a habit in my life. I can't wait to start seeing results!!!

-Dayna