I think I can, I think I can

I guess this was technically Day 1 of completing my routine in the morning.  I would consider it a success.  I set my alarm for 5:45 today since there is a 6am Zumba class at my gym on Wednesdays and Fridays.  The only bad part of my morning was the Zumba instructor.  The one who teaches the Wednesday morning class has absolutely no rhythm and makes terrible routines.  However, it was easier to wake up for a class than to wake up trying to go work out on my own.  We'll see how an unstructured workout goes tomorrow.  Also, I think for at least a while, the quality of the workout matters less than forming the discipline of actually getting to the gym and doing something, anything.

I am reminding myself of all the time I had this morning (and counting that as one of my rewards, Sarah).  I got a lot done, and it was stress-free.  I curled my hair, finished some homework, did the dishes.  It was also nice waking up in time to welcome the day and see the sunrise.  On the other hand, I am thinking waking up so early is going to make my days feel a lot longer. 

I had a short battle this morning with the voice that beckons me to stay in bed.  The voice doesn't take no for an answer so instead of retorting, No, no, no.  Don't get back in bed.  Don't do it, since I'm pretty sure with that mantra I would end up right back in bed, I chanted to myself, Just keep moving.  Bathroom, gym clothes, car.  Bathroom, gym clothes, car.  Just keep moving.  I think getting out the door the first time will be my toughest fight.  

This reminded me of one of my favorite analogies, first explained to me by one of my favorite people.  A car on a hill will only go forward if it is purposefully moving forward.  A car in neutral will slide back down the hill just as easy as a car in reverse.  For a lot of things in life, it doesn't matter that we are simply pointed in the right direction.  Our actions are much more important than our intentions.  If I just keep moving, no matter how slowly, I will get up the hill.