Health & Wellness by Lexa's Journal

My mission in life is to not merely survive, but to thrive: and do so with passion, compassion, humor, and style. – Maya Angelou

about

An eternal optimist, always wearing a smile. Must haves: sunshine, fitness (jogging, weight training, & CrossFit), reading, good food, writing, music, and fun with family and friends.

I Started…

Sunday, 10 March, 13

….I finished!

Finishing what you start, is what really matters. Around the four mile mark, I felt like quitting today, but that wasn’t an option. Pushing through the discomfort (probably from last night’s Corona, hot wings, and french fries), and reminding myself, “Mind over matter,” help me to finish. I pushed through the discomfort and exceeded my goal of 8 miles today. Yay!!

Don’t get hung up on somebody’s elses numbers. My advice to the new runners and walkers is to focus on your goals. Don’t look at my numbers and think I’m great and that you’ll never get there. Because somebody else is looking at my numbers and saying, “damn she’s slow!” LOL!! But it really doesn’t matter. Fitness is about maintaining overall good health and well-being.

Keep it movin’ and remember to have fun!

Posted in Fitness, Inspiration

9 responses to “I Started…”

Ani Danelz

Sunday, 10 March, 13

Great job!! Looking forward to reading more about your progress. I just started this blog in honor of signing up for my first half-marathon!

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1. lexa
  
  Sunday, 10 March, 13
  
  Thank you and congratulations! Embarking on two new challenges is awesome, you go girl!!! Stay consistent with your training, include some cross-fit in your routine, and eat well…. You will definitely kick butt! I look forward to following your progress. 😉
  
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shawnrjones12

Sunday, 10 March, 13

Love this! Great great advice : )

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1. lexa
  
  Sunday, 10 March, 13
  
  Hi Shawn, Thanks! I hear people talk about their “failures” at working out and feel bad for them. I run because I LOVE to. If only everyone could find their exercise love, they would understand. 😉
  
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christinarussell

Tuesday, 12 March, 13

Hey there! I nominated your blog for a Liebster Award! Check out my blog for more information!
http://www.myedietsjourney.com

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1. lexa
  
  Tuesday, 19 March, 13
  
  Thank you for the nomination; I truly am honored!!!
  
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  1. christinarussell
    
    Tuesday, 19 March, 13
    
    You’re welcome!
    
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Nastassia Davis

Friday, 15 March, 13

That’s wonderful! Love the post. Thanks for stopping by! 🙂

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1. lexa
  
  Saturday, 16 March, 13
  
  You’re welcome and thank you!! Looking forward to enjoying more of your amazing work! 😉
  
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