Today I wanted to and thought seriously about skipping my workout. Yes I have the same thoughts as the kids..."I don't want to" or "I don't feel like it today" or "I have too much work to do". So – what makes me not only show up but also work hard? Answer - having accountability and ownership. I have people who are following me, encouraging me, patting me on the back, laughing with me at my videos, if I skip a day they will all know I did. If I skip a day I not only fail myself but I fail all those who are supporting me by reading this blog and becoming a "follower" of this site.
I think that is the thing about goals - they have to be real and they have to be out there in the open so when you don't "feel like it" you still do it because the thought of having people ask you "what did you do on Monday" and not having a good answer is worse than getting up from the desk and just going and getting the job done.
Today I needed a little push and thankfully I had someone sitting across from my desk that was willing to push me even if he got his head bit off in the process. That is a great friend/teammate - one who pushes you even when it makes them unpopular with you for a period of time. Parents, Coaches and teammates - sometimes you need to push your athletes/teammates because you help them learn ownership and accountability. If someone wants to "dog it" that day - who has the courage to stand up and say "that isn't ok!” “This isn’t good enough - you are better than this!”
Note to self: A strong person who is willing to push you when you can't push yourself is a must in accomplishing your goals.
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