I enjoyed sitting on the couch in the foyer of the gym last night. Drinking cold water felt so nourishing and refreshing after a very intense Step class. I closed my eyes momentarily enjoying every minute of rest. Upon opening my eyes I saw the instructor walking towards me. We high fived each other, and then chatted.
I told her that what's motivating me to get in shape is the Bust-A-Move for Breast Cancer. She was very interested. She said that two of her friends have died from Breast Cancer. Then she told me that she was definitely going to join Bust-A-Move. I was so glad to hear those words. Then she added, "Don't you worry, we'll (the gym) will get you ready for Bust-A-Move". I was well aware that my facial expression had changed at that point from a smile to one of surprise. That's because I think of that particular instructor as a Boot Camp Queen. I say that most affectionately about her because although her class is very intense, she also makes allowance for people being at different levels of fitness, and does not expect people to work beyond their capabilities. When the Boot Camp Queen says that she'll help me get into shape for the event (through her classes); you can take her at her word. This is part of the reason I looked so surprised. The first thought I had was, "You're in deep now. There's no turning back." It's not my goal to back out of anything at this point in time. It was the realization that I've just added another rung to my accountability. Accountability is very important to me because it keeps me motivated.
This Saturday morning, David will be joining me as a participant in her class. It will be nice to have some company and I hope that he enjoys it.
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