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31 Day to a Better Body: Day 13 – A Reason to Get Up

There is no shortage of great workout plans that will deliver results.

There is no shortage of nutrition plans that will help you lose weight if that’s the goal.

There are many many paths to the same destination.

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So what separates those who reach their destination from those who do not?

“It’s not whether you get knocked down, it’s whether you get up.” – Vince Lombardi

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They may fall again and again but they always get up.

Eventually, they stand more than they fall.

The key? Finding and internalizing a reason to get up?

I get up
-for myself
-for my kids
-for my husband
-for God
-and because I don’t want to buy bigger jeans. 😉

I said on Day 1 that this was a rough month. I wasn’t kidding. This isn’t the first time I’ve been knocked down. Nor the last time.

Hugs and High Fives,
Jenn

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About jennincat

I'm so happy you stopped by my little corner of the web where I write about fitness, food, and amazing women I "meet". I live in California with my wonderful husband and two rambunctious boys. I'm a personal trainer and dreamer. I enjoy most things but some of my favorites are reading, acting, camping, cooking, music, writing, traveling, and being in the moment with my favorite people! You can read more about me here! I hope you stop by often!

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5 Responses to “31 Day to a Better Body: Day 13 – A Reason to Get Up”

On August 14, 2011 at 8:21 am Katie responded with... #

You quoted Vince Lombardi!!!

Sorry you got knocked down. I’ll come over and help you up if you need it. 😀

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On August 14, 2011 at 11:38 am Deb (SmoothieGirlEatsToo) responded with... #

Aw, I know. Getting knocked down sucks ass. You will get up again, I just know it.

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On August 15, 2011 at 2:50 am Miz responded with... #

ahhhh I too have been knocked down…and dragged myself up for my family.

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On August 15, 2011 at 6:13 am Tamara responded with... #

Big hugs to you, Jenn. You’re such an inspiration and I’m thankful for you!

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On August 16, 2011 at 1:21 pm Kim @ The Family Practice responded with... #

I agree, you have to have a reason to get up. Intention.
I just posted about this myself because when life gets crazy it’s easy to fall off a plan…
and not get back to anything. Just have to commit to doing it.

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