Lazy vs Crazy

Lazy vs. Crazy: How do you handle a tough workout?

Here we are again…blogging. I would say that I’m the world’s most inconsistent blogger,but actually, I pretty consistently don’t update the blog. Anyway, after a pretty tough workout to end week #2 of NOW Boot Camp (www.nowbootcamp.com), I began to think about how people might respond to a tough workout. The way I look at it, people probably fall into one of two categories. For fun I’m going to call these two groups the Lazys and the Crazys.

The Lazys:

After making it through a tough workout, the Lazys realize that they survived, but they think “I barely made it through that workout…I can’t do that again.” The Lazys fear that the next workout will be harder than the workout that they just barely survived. They struggle with the uncomfortable feeling of being exhausted, out of breath, and sore. They look around at other people who are stronger and faster and think "that will never be me." These feelings make them think they just aren't in shape and they aren't convinced that they can put in the work it takes to make improvements. The Lazys will find an excuse to avoid the next workout, and unfortunately, they will never make progress until they change. They've bought into a lie because the lie is more comfortable than the discomfort required to achieve their goal.

The Crazys:

After making it through a tough workout, the Crazys realize that they survived, and they think “I barely made it through that workout…bring on the next challenge!” The Crazys hope that the next workout will be harder than the workout that they just barely survived so that they can test their limits. They accept the uncomfortable feeling of being exhausted, out of breath, and sore. They look around at other people who are stronger and faster and think "that could be me soon." These feelings let them know that they are working hard and making progress, and they are convinced that they can put in the work it takes to make improvements. The Crazys will overcome the barriers to make it to the next workout, and they will continue to make progress towards their goals. They've bought into a goal because their goal is more important than their temporary discomfort.

Obviously, the words lazy and crazy are used liberally here. There are many people who aren’t lazy at all…but lack the confidence needed to push themselves outside of their comfort zone. Also, just because someone is confident and enjoys a challenge doesn’t make them crazy.

So the real question here is, how do you deal with a tough workout? Do you feel accomplished or defeated? Do you walk away from it with more or less confidence? Do you push aside obstacles in the way of your goals, or do you take advantage of convenient excuses? The difference between the mindset of Lazys and Crazys will make all the difference. Physically, the Lazys have every bit of potential and capability as the Crazys. Genetics get blamed far too often when the real culprit is poor habits and work ethic. So the choice is yours…if you are one of the Crazys…stay crazy! Embrace it! If you are Lazy...you can continue down that path, but nothing will change until you make it change. If you aren't happy where you are at now...maybe it’s time to GET YOUR HEAD RIGHT!

Verse for the day:

Proverbs 19:21 "Many plans are in a man's heart, but the counsel of the Lord will stand."

-         -  Major Pain