Tomorrow marks the first day as I embark on the journey to become a NASM-trained fitness enthusiast. Trainers are a dime a dozen but I wanted to celebrate every small win.
In 2017, I was as far away from fitness as one could imagine. I hated the thought of being near a gym, knew nothing about fitness beyond wanting to be “skinnier” and possibly tried to eat a salad every month or so. I had a Pinterest board called thinspiration (UGHh!!)
The reason I wanted to get certified is because I need more knowledge to fuel my journey. I’m no role model but at least I can say I’m not genetically lean, I have zero athletic background (literally last to be picked in PE, overweight all my life) AND had zero self-esteem YET I got HERE. And I’m still going.
I suspect a lot of people and trainers share a similar journey, so I just wanted to throw my share into the hat too and tell you - fitness comes in all shapes. It’s not all IG-friendly content and steel abs. It’s about taking small steps, consistent steps towards your health, chiseling away at your lifestyle and body and mindset.
I’m not even planning to be a trainer but if I were one, I hope to be a relatable one. Now being in it I understand the importance of counting macros or what AMRAP means but I’ll be damned if I ever gave up fries and heytea.
Aaanyway anyone know where I’m going with this? Cuz I kinda lost track.... all I wanted to say is I’m excited and if I can do it anyone can do it!! OK BYE STAY DRY!!
PS serious shout out to the @bouncelimithk crew especially @djindigoasia @meganbdancer @aileenjwong for picking up this baby bird 2 years ago. ❤️😭 @ Optimum Performance Studio
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