Everything is a lesson in life. For the last 3 weeks I've been on a sliding scale of ill health what started as a common cold has ended in a chest and eye infection , loss of voice and exhaustion. Why? Lack of sleep, investing in stuff emotionally and burning the candle at both ends have all played their part and has resulted in destroying my "go get them" attitude and ability to bounce out of bed. Instead I have been tied into my bed by a horrible incessant cough where I can hardly breathe. I have had a need to sleep since Sunday afternoon, which for me is so very, very rare. I haven't been able to train myself or clients for a week (unheard of) and for someone who hates sitting still that has been akin to torture.
I know this is a drop in the ocean compared to people who have been terminally ill . I've been out of the house twice, once to walk the dog and once to pick up my kids. Both trips totally wiped me out and lead me to reflect that I am one of those people who to date, have taken my health for granted, everyday. Well never again. My heart goes out to those who live with chronic illness or who are terminally ill. The perseverance and inner strength they have can only be commended.
I have used the time to reflect, program and plot cool work outs and also to engage in some planned self care. I am very organised work wise but recently I have not made time for me, for regular meals, big blocks of sleep, saying no to social engagements as much as I should. My hours are deeply unsociable and 5:30 am starts and 9:30 pm finishes means by Friday I want my bed! I am no good at saying no, and being a yes person has its disadvantages. I often end up doing things which I would rather not, but self care as a PT is crucial especially as the job is so physical and you need to be on the game for everyone else. Anyway I have decided on some August must dos:
1) SLEEP - plenty of it - like a full 8 hours:
2) Saying NO;
3) Healthy food, I've invested in a week's worth of gorgeous meal prep food delivered to my place;
4) Water, Water and Water;
5) Getting some great supplements on board;
6) Meditation classes.
Health is wealth, not because it enables you to work as such but because it is the best gift we have. I workout because I can, never giving it a thought. Being sick, even a short while has given me perspective. I should be happy to be able to work out and in future if I lack motivation and think I can't be bothered- I won't give up I will work out because I can and because I want to continue looking after myself! Thanks for your patience this week :-) . DTD will reopen on Monday 15th August. Watch out world, I've been thinking :-) Chantal x
I know this is a drop in the ocean compared to people who have been terminally ill . I've been out of the house twice, once to walk the dog and once to pick up my kids. Both trips totally wiped me out and lead me to reflect that I am one of those people who to date, have taken my health for granted, everyday. Well never again. My heart goes out to those who live with chronic illness or who are terminally ill. The perseverance and inner strength they have can only be commended.
I have used the time to reflect, program and plot cool work outs and also to engage in some planned self care. I am very organised work wise but recently I have not made time for me, for regular meals, big blocks of sleep, saying no to social engagements as much as I should. My hours are deeply unsociable and 5:30 am starts and 9:30 pm finishes means by Friday I want my bed! I am no good at saying no, and being a yes person has its disadvantages. I often end up doing things which I would rather not, but self care as a PT is crucial especially as the job is so physical and you need to be on the game for everyone else. Anyway I have decided on some August must dos:
1) SLEEP - plenty of it - like a full 8 hours:
2) Saying NO;
3) Healthy food, I've invested in a week's worth of gorgeous meal prep food delivered to my place;
4) Water, Water and Water;
5) Getting some great supplements on board;
6) Meditation classes.
Health is wealth, not because it enables you to work as such but because it is the best gift we have. I workout because I can, never giving it a thought. Being sick, even a short while has given me perspective. I should be happy to be able to work out and in future if I lack motivation and think I can't be bothered- I won't give up I will work out because I can and because I want to continue looking after myself! Thanks for your patience this week :-) . DTD will reopen on Monday 15th August. Watch out world, I've been thinking :-) Chantal x