I've decided to take today off. Many people would refer to this as what it really is in normal life -- a rest day. However, to me, this is like a miniature vacation.
There has been a lot going on lately and my decision to do so was based out of concern for both physical burnout and my own sanity. I decided to take a breather today and ban myself from anything resembling "work" (which I've been arguably successful at doing thus far). No hard training (I did some yoga and mobility work...well, I couldn't just do NOTHING, could I?) and no business stuff.
Part of me feels guilty, like I'm a slacker. And then there's the other part of me (yes, the rational, trainer part) that knows I need this in order to continue successful and motivated training.
This is the rub with being your own client. As a trainer, you KNOW what you need to do. As a client, you think you know better and want to do what you want anyway. For today, I am listening to my inner trainer and relaxing. Or at least doing my best at it.
Hard training resumes tomorrow -- along with the countdown! Nine more weeks!!!
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