happy new year.

It's been a great start to the new year! My boyfriend (Joey) & I went to Denver for a week to visit my friend (Megan) and Joey's sister & husband (Darika & Rob) and his dad (Joe). We were in Denver from January 1-7.

I'm happy to say that during my 7 day vacation, I worked out or was active 4 days. I think this was the first vacation in a long time that I tried to make a conscious effort to be active.

Day 1: no workout (travel day)
Day 2: 20 minute circuit workout
Day 3: 20 minute circuit workout & 3.8 mile trail walk
Day 4: 20 minute circuit workout
Day 5: 14 minute run, 4 minute walk & 1.4 mile hike
Day 6: no workout
Day 7: no workout

I'm glad that even though I was on vacation, I started working on my New Year's Resolutions.

Speaking of which... here are mine:
1- become healthier
2- become more toned
3- lose 35 pounds

I know becoming healthier & more toned are vague but I did that on purpose. I read somewhere that instead of having a couple New Year's Resolutions only, people should set monthly goals that line up with their resolutions. This way they can meet their goals on a smaller scale while staying focused on their resolutions throughout the year. I love this idea and am going to do it!

So for January, here are my goals:
1- lose 5 pounds
2- be active at least 4 days a week
3- drink aloe vera juice 3 times a week
4- don't eat McDonald's or any burger type fast food

Week 1 Overview:
- worked out 4 times
- didn't drink any aloe vera (because I was on vacation)
- didn't eat at McDonald's or any burger type fast food place
- positive attitude towards becoming healthier & ready for the changes needed to get there!

I'm ready to dive into week #2!