Before I launched this fitness effort, I was in good shape. Good—not great. I mean, I’ve run half marathons. I have a super-active lifestyle, and I eat a healthy, gluten-free diet. Still, I needed a little oomph in the workout department—something that would challenge my body in a new way and connect me to likeminded, supportive people. I didn’t have to look far to find what I needed. Enter BCx Boot Camp!
Rude awakening
The fist week of BCx “missions” were brutal. I could barely move after my workouts. Muscles I didn’t know I had felt sore. Even the tiny tendons in my feet ached (as a distance runner, I thought my feet were used to taking a beating—apparently not!). I’d wake up feeling so whipped that I wondered how I’d accomplish the day’s “mission.” But I did, and I kept returning for more punishment. Am I insane for doing this? I wondered. Yes, and secretly, I loved it!
Make progress, not excuses
By week two, the soreness in my body began to let up, and my performance in missions improved. I felt myself getting fitter. Then something unexpected happened: I started to think differently. The whining and self-doubt I engaged in before was now unacceptable. I really started to believe in myself as an athlete. People don’t realize how important it is to have positive thoughts. This is a lesson I can take with me forever.
Take inventory
In week three, I made some intuitive discoveries. As my body changed, I grew more in tune with its uniqueness and features. I could pinpoint the muscles that needed more work (my entire core!), and I knew my strengths. It’s easy to do the stuff you’re good at, but it takes discipline to address the areas that need work. So, that’s what I did—I practiced my weaknesses.
Sarah Kay 2.0
As I approached the end of the program I thought: No, wait. I. Want. More! BCx Boot Camp was an awesome experience. I am a more confident, fit, muscular, energetic Sarah Kay Hoffman. Plus, I have a “no fear” frame-of-mind to match (goodbye, complacency!) And my journey won’t end here—I’ve linked in to a supportive community of BCxers . We’re a movement! Join us today!
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Sarah, you are an inspiration! I’m so glad there are folks like you that are so good at promoting health and fitness. It IS a movement. I’m happy to be a part of it with you and so many others.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience Sarah! We are constantly overwhelmed by how BCx impacts people. I am SO proud of you for tackling, and conquering, the challenge. …and of course, there will be many more BCx Boot Camps to come!! SO glad you are a part of the BCx family!!
Thank you, Chris & Bonnie! I can’t wait until your next program comes out, Bonnie! Until then…hard work and BCx incorporating are in my future!
Finally! This is just what I was lokonig for.
This is exactly what I was looknig for. Thanks for writing!
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