I began a two-a-day regimen that left me feeling strong, sore, and sleepy. I hit my full body workout once in the morning and once in the evening, hitting the weights hard with plenty of variety to go around.
From leg raises and preacher curls to upright rows and leg curls, I made sure to leave it all in the gym. No body part was spared.
Every time I left the gym, I felt accomplished. I felt physically renewed and drained at the same time. I had found a weightlifting euphoria.
It could be because I've never been close to being a morning person, but I found myself looking forward to hopping out of bed and into my workout clothes at 5:30am.
A quick climb on the stair stepper and I was ready to every machine and free weight I saw. What a wonderful feeling to look around and take in all the variety a good gym has to offer. The Jewish Community Center has such a gym.
And yet, I felt the need to use the exercise room at my apartment complex that has been there for me for the better part of three years.
Combining the two put me into a zone that I can't wait to experience again next week. I'm already crafting an intense session for Monday morning in my mind.
So, with the New Year come and gone, you may have made the decision to embark on a journey to better physical fitness. Try to find something that helps you reach that euphoric state. It may be swimming or running or weight lifting. Whatever it is for you, don't let that feeling get away from you.
Happy New Year and #letsgetstrong.
