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As for me, I am going through a very tough time right now.**
It is a time in your life when you just do not want to get out of bed, much less get up and exercise. I am an emotional eater and there have been many times in the past few weeks that I have opted for the entire BOX of Thin Mints instead of the treadmill. Yet despite my best efforts, no amount of brownie bites, Milano cookies, or Junior Mints is going to make my situation any different. I shovel them down thinking I can cover the pain with obscene amounts of chocolate but in the end I am still very sad, my parents are still sick, and now I’ve got 10,000 extra calories to try and burn off.
Recently I have made myself get up off my couch and get back outside running. My foot has been able to tolerate 4-5 mile runs and you know what? It is just the mental therapy that I needed. It does not matter how fast I am running nor how many calories I am burning, I just feel good being outside and moving. The fresh air lifts my spirits and when my mind starts to wander back to my parents, I start to push the pace to run faster. I need to use exercise as my drug, not sugar.
Exercise really is a fantastic, and basically free, form of therapy. There is a lot less crying and I feel so much better when I am done. I jump in a hot shower and stretch out my tired muscles. My mind is much clearer and I have been able to push out of the fog just a little bit.
So take my lead and do not let grief pull you onto the never-ending sofa of life. Get up and get moving gang.
It does a body (and mind) good.
**for those of you that are confused as to what I am talking about, I wrote about my life’s most recent events over here.
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I just read the post about your parents’ illnesses. I’m so sorry and will make sure to keep you and them in my prayers!
I’m glad to hear that you have found some relief in running. I’m sure it’s doing your body and your mind some good. Hang in there and stay strong. Take comfort in the fact that even as you’re going through a difficult time you’re still providing great inspiration and motivation for others.
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Lisa, I am sorry to hear about your pain. I can not understand what that would be like, but I’m sure you are handling it better than I would.
PS I love JR Mints too.
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Okay, no more GS cookies girl! I’m calling to see about some walks this week…and some fresh air. And you know I’m here for ya anytime. Love ya girly!!
Jamie
I love your phrasing here, Lisa:
take my lead and do not let grief pull you onto the never-ending sofa of life.
it could be an excuse and an ENTIRELY UNDERSTANDABLE ONE—but you are right.
and you have such a great attitude.
xo xo,
Carla
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I’m really sorry about everything that you’re going through right now- am thinking of you.
Exercise is really wonderful therapy. Drugs ain’t got nothing on a good walk or run.
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Great post! Just in time too. I’m going through a bunch of issues I can’t control either. I hear you loud and clear. Thanks for the reminder.
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You are awesome! Sending positive vibes your way!
I’m so sorry!!!!! I lost my dad to cancer in September, and just a few months earlier my mom was diagnosed with breast cancer. (She’s in remission, but losing Dad has been a huge blow for her.)
PLEASE take care of yourself! If I can help in any way, drop me an email (alyzu@comcast.net).
Sending love!!!!!!!!
I’m so glad you were able to get yourself to exercise – I’m sure that was tough, especially in the winter. Please let me know if you need anything. Call or email anytime.
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Oh Lisa! I’m so so sorry you are going through such a hard time right now. But I’m glad that you are remembering your exercise. It truly is therapeutic. I’ve also found it gives me time to get a good cry out if I need one. (((hugs)))
Love to you too. Glad you could get out for a run. I know how good that feels.
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Lisa,
I went and read your other post. Sorry to hear about your parents and what you are now going through. It is tough, I know.
My father recently died of cancer, and this past Saturday, my aunt died in her sleep.
Just find a way to hang in there, somehow. This too will pass. Trust me.
Paul
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Lisa, I’m so sorry. I’ll be thinking and praying for you and your family.
I’m so sorry you’re going through a tough time, Lisa. I pray things will get easier. Meanwhile, I completely empathize with your emotional eating since I am one as well. Thank you for reminding me that exercise will make me feel better than chocolate ever could.
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Thank you for this reminder. I do feel better when I exercise too.
You have such a great attitude, I’m sending good thoughts your way.
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