Two decades ago, the very thought of running was daunting to me. The sight of others gliding effortlessly while I struggled for breath after just two minutes made me feel hopelessly unfit. At the gym, I’d be harsh on myself, trapped in a narrative of not being ‘good enough’ to keep up. My pursuit of perfection and impatience for instant mastery often led me to surrender, time and again.
Little did I know, ten years later, I’d find myself conquering the 10km Bridge to Brisbane run and being the 3 woman in my age bracket to complete it in under the specified timeframe, with the strength to pick up the pace even after beating my running buddy by 5 seconds. That day, I wasn’t just running; I was rewriting my story.
So, how did a person who couldn’t run for two minutes transform into someone who could power through a long-distance race? It all began with a shift in mindset at Dare To Be You.
🏃♀️ First, I embraced the power of positive thinking. I replaced “I can’t” with “I can” and “I’m willing to try.”
🏃♀️ I focused on taking one step at a time, building my stamina in small, manageable increments.
🏃♀️ Gradually, the challenge became less daunting. What once seemed impossible became a part of my weekly routine – intense cardio sessions that spanned hours.
This journey led me to the fittest version of myself. Of course, life has its twists and turns. Injuries happened, and I had to ease my pace. But this time, my mindset was different. I was okay with starting again, running a bit, walking a bit. My ego no longer dictated my capabilities; I understood my body’s current limits.
If you’re on a path to improve your health or fitness and feel disheartened for not achieving perfection immediately, remember this: Progress, not perfection, is key.
Embrace every small step forward. Let go of your ego and acknowledge that every effort, no matter how small, is a step towards your goal. Visit www.daretobeyou.net.au and join us in celebrating each victory on the path to becoming outstanding in life and unstoppable in your relationships. It’s all about progress, one step at a time. 💚✌🏻🥦
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