Now that Winter has rolled out and its fa-reez-ing I stay inside for my workouts. During the marathon training process last year I really grew to love running outside in the fresh air, enjoying the sights and sounds around me. But, let's be real: I am not running outside when it's cold.
I hope this post doesn't freak you out or make you think I'm a wierdo, but I'm a visual person, in every facet of my life. So, when I need to lose weight or get fit, I constantly surround myself with visual reminders of goals, inspiration, quotes, etc. Here's an example. I have this collage taped to my full length mirror so each day when I get ready I'm constantly reminded of my daily choices.
Inside the fitness room I have started an inspirational photo wall. The gray striped wall background (that Steven and I painted ourselves :) is a great neutral backdrop to add any colors to.
I scored this awesome and very dimensional quote piece at my local World Market!
Some of the pieces I hand painted, rather quickly--like the black and purple quote (I used those colors to remind me of Justin Beiber---his favorite colors).
Over time I gathered images from the internet and printed collages to fit onto Artistan canvases. I trimmed and decoupaged them onto the canvases and then finished them off with a couple layers of black paint on the edges.
another collage....
Isn't it inspiring to look at fit and sexy people while you're working out---something ot aspire to during my workouts---or reasons why not to give up! It's all the more reason to do 5 more burpies or 2 more push ups!
The baskets on the wall are actually magazine racks. I roll up the towels to fit inside.
and then the basket on the floor hold the "backstock" of towels and disinfectant too!
Working out has become part of my daily life for more than 2 years now. It's amazing how much more energy I have, how it helps me watch what I eat because of how hard it is to work off the calories, and most of all....I love it because it's great "me-time" to relieve stress and think about whatever the heck I want to until I have to return to my daily routine.
I hope you enjoyed my little tour of the fitness room. And the best part is, I don't have to go outside in the freezing cold and drive to the gym. I have everything I need right here.
Very nice! I *finally* have a treadmill, but need to get in a regular habit of using it! I love the towels & disinfectant holder...I think I'll do that!
Posted by: AnnaMarie | 01/27/2013 at 08:19 AM
Stephanie,
Your are truly the most inspiring person I know! I know I tell you this all the time but it's true. You are simply amazing. Your constant drive, faith, love and endurance amazes me and I am blessed to have you as my friend. Your work out room looks fabulous!!
Love you <3
Posted by: Donna | 01/26/2013 at 10:18 AM
Your fitness inspo wall is that indeed... very inspiring!! I am loving what you did with the magazine racks too!
Posted by: Julie Tucker-Wolek | 01/26/2013 at 06:50 AM