It’s back to the rise and shine and get the kids off to school in time routine. Evenings are a bit chaotic since bedtime is enforced while the kids still want to sleep like it’s summer break. Morning traffic makes me a nervous wreck, but I suppose I will get used to the hustle and bustle in time. The kitchen is always in use because the kids are also ravenous since they’re going longer in between meals now that they’re back in class. It’s a lot to take on, but I think we’re all adapting well.
Although I’m a lot closer to 40 than 4, I still feel like a child sometimes when I lack structure. I can overwhelm myself with freedom and possibilities to the point that I feel frozen. Our schedule changes each day, so the only window of time I have that stays the same is between school drop off and pick up. That time is vital for me and will decide whether or not my day will be a productive.
God willing, 75 days from now I will be waking up on November 1st, the last day of the 75 Soft challenge and enjoying the progress of efforts, which I know will not be easily earned. The days will pass whether or not I’m taking the challenge or not, but there’s only one path that leads to me gaining more confidence and making changes for the better.
Unlike the 75 Hard Challenge, this one is the perfect place to start if you haven’t been active in a while or have a busier lifestyle that doesn’t allow for some of the more strict guidelines (like two forty-five minute workouts, one being outdoors). I’ve selected the habits I’d like to implement into my daily life over the next 75 days as follows:
1.) Get quality sleep at night, 7+ hours ideally.
When I don’t sleep well, I want to eat all day. A bedtime routine will help me curb my cravings and help me feel energized and ready to take on my day. Although I’d love to have 8 hours of rest each night, with kids and then trying to make time to spend with Daniel, I’ll call it a win as long as I can get 6-7 hours!
2.) Drink at least 80 oz. of water, working up to 100.
This has been a struggle for me since my second pregnancy. It’s also one of the simplest habits but I have to constantly remind myself that I might just need to hydrate!
3.) Read 10 pages a day.
In other words, get off your phone, Kendra. Use your imagination more, too, while you’re at it!
4.) Eat meals at home, with one meal out each week.
I can’t expect perfection when it comes to food. So, I’ll work around the weight watchers plan, focusing on cooking meals at home with the occasional “cheat meal” for date night.
5.) 10,000 steps minimum each day.
Kendra in motion stays in motion and feels tons better!
6.) Workout for at least 30 minutes a day.
I will be able to do pushups and planks and all kinds of moves with no modifications! I got to use it or I’ll lose it!
7.) Track progress each day.
I’ve got the keep my goals in mind while also being creative about how to tackle the obstacles that absolutely will come up along the way.
I’ll be sharing challenge updates here along the way. The best way to keep myself accountable is to remember that I told you, dear Reader, that I was going to check in with you on my progress. Wish me luck; Day 1/75 is underway!
