Today I begin a 'boxing class.' Not to the point where I get into a ring with someone and duke it out...but an intense workout session twice a week that I hope I survive. Its being taught by some guys that are real boxers- they sure to be loud and intimidating at first, but I am hoping to break through their candy shells when they see how dedicated I am. I want to sink my teeth into something new and really love it. I am tired of the "Don't start something and not follow through with it" speech. I am looking at 35 minute runs, stairs, jumping rope, one-on-one sparring with my instructor, and boxing techniques on a heavy bag. I am excited, and scared at the same time. Like I said tonight is my first night- so we will see.
I think part of the mystery of fitness is to find something that you LOVE in it. There has to be the magic spark, just like in any other relationship. Fitness, working out, lifting weights, going to classes, spinning, whatever your grunt of choice may be there has to be something, anything that keeps you coming back for more. Softball and lifting was ALL of that for me. My dad was my trainer when I was younger and he was my motivator. Now I have to do it on my own- not only without my father, but without the things around me that I love. There is no championship game...only those damn pair of size 10 jeans, a bikini, and my partner who sees me naked occasionally. (haha.)
So I say to hell with trying things out and not sticking with it...as long as there is something else there to take its place. We all get bored! We all want to look good, and most of us are willing to put in the time and effort it takes to reach our goals. Do the spinning class for a month, switch it up and lift for 3 weeks, swim laps for 2 weeks, and then run on the treadmill for another month...its exercise. You paid for the gym membership...use it to its fullest capacity!
Okay, okay, okay...I am done ranting. I am sorry you had to bear that with me. I am going to do this boxing club class....I am going to give it everything I have for an hour twice a week. Who knows maybe I will be able to kick some serious booty when I am done....but mainly I just want to look like I can!
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Good luck! Boxing is something I've always wanted to try. It sounds challenging and like an awesome workout...but still fun! You'll have to let us know how it goes :)
Hope you LOVE it!
(Scares me a bit, as I'd hate getting hit, but if I didn't eventually get to the sparring part the rest would just seem like gym class). But to each her own, and I hope it's a blast.
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