What does an ex CIA Spy and an ex Weapons Sergeant in the Albanian Army have in common? ME! Now I bet you think I have gone off my rocker. Samantha is an ex spy and her husband Beqir use to be in the Albanian Army and they fell in love in Iraq. Now they are the passionate owners of Double Eagle Fitness here in Novato, CA. They are my dear friends and have offered to work with me for a long time. I always said I wanted to but never followed through. I have to admit, I was a little scared of how intense it might be.
As you know, I am blogging about my Journey to the Red Carpet and I am letting you see behind the scenes. Since I returned home from Mexico a few months ago I have lost 35 pounds on my own. I changed my diet and took out gluten, dairy, and sugar. I bought a total gym and pilates chair and began to use them. I have learned to know ahead what my next meal is and have it prepped so that I stay on track. I green juice every morning and sometimes in the afternoon. It has been a complete lifestyle change.
Why? Why now? I am passionate about what I do and helping others. I have worked hard the past 6 years at my life coaching and motivational speaking business. As the premier for my first book is getting closer, I began to look inside. I need to get my body in shape. I can no longer make excuses or pretend it is fine. I am tired of asking for help moving stuff, getting tired walking far and struggling with back pain if I stand too long. I am tired of being uncomfortable. Â I realized I can not be fully of service unless I take charge of my body. So I called Samantha and Beqir.
This morning was our preperation meeting. It was about measurement and metabolic eating. Then they got intense. Their passion to help American's get healthy is intense. They love what they do. I was reminded to trust them, follow direction and not give up when it gets hard. They prefer to work clients outside so that is what we will be doing twice a week. Three times a week I will use my home gym on my own. I start on Thursday morning with Beqir and Samantha.
I am nervous, scared and uncomfortable with my decision. I know I need the support and they are the best in the area. Plus they are my friends and want what is best for me. As with all the other challenges I have had in my life, I will hit it head on. Metaphorically for me, it is like jumping off that really high diving board with shaking legs and a beating heart. So listen for my splash, here I go.
I know some of you have the same struggle as I do. I would love to hear from you. How are you doing? What are you doing about it? What tips and tricks do you want to share. I know I am not alone out here.