The Things You Can Control
February 4, 2021
Written By: Coach Kelly Your fitness is something you can control.
Your nutrition is something you can control.
Your attitude is something you can control.
Your mindset is something you can control.
We've been shown that even when we feel that nothing is in our control, some of the most fundamental things are, like those above are in fact something we have control over.
Your Fitness
We choose whether we workout or not; we aren't getting forced to exercise; we're showing up on our own accord.
We show up because we know it's good for us; we'll feel better mentally, emotionally, physically. We'll make better nutrition choices and drink more water when we are more active.
Your Nutrition
I'll be the first to tell you, eating well isn't always easy. I've probably got the biggest sweet tooth of anyone I know! Nobody is making me toss countless chocolates in my mouth. Nobody is forcing me to eat a grilled salad, either.
We get to choose what we eat, whether that be deemed 'good or bad' (hint: food is neither good nor bad, some of it is just better fuel than others ;))
Your Attitude
We all wake up on the wrong side of the bed some day, and many of us were tremendously upset at this new lockdown in Ontario, me included. I was mad. Really, really mad.
But, we have this gift of being able to choose what we do with this. It's OK to be mad, sad, angry, confused. Let's use it for something good; beneficial, or actionable.
Your Mindset
Having a positive mindset takes work. It doesn't mean that you'll be positive and happy go lucky all the time, but it sure makes it easier the more you practice.
We can choose to see more good, or bad in a situation. How we perceive moments or events influences everything.
You have control over your fitness, nutrition, attitude and mindset. All of these things play a part in everything we do.
Some will choose to not exercise regularly through this shut down, and some will choose to continue. Some will choose to give up on trying to eat will, some will flourish. Some will let it all get to them and become edgy, while others will try to be the light. Some of us will work to find the bright spots, and some of us are more wired to find the negative.
Being honest with yourself on where you are in all of these areas is important. You'll be able to identify triggers like stress eating (or stress not eating), or you'll be more aware if you are getting more 'snappy' with your loved ones.
Choose to do good for yourself; choose to be a light.
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