Yoga and Donuts

Two things that do not seem to go together. Two things that make me, and I am sure other women and men out there, feel so good for all the right, and maybe all the wrong in the latter cases, reasons.

I find, that in my life, I am constantly battling myself between good and bad decisions when it comes to fitness and healthy eating. I have all the best intentions, sometimes. I make smart decisions, sometimes. I may indulge in dessert a little more than sometimes. I think about wanting to work out more than I actually work out. I excitedly thumb through various fitness apps for my ipad or phone that count calories, map out and calculate my distance ran, or suggest healthy alternative eating plans.

 When it come down to it, my real, most deep rooted "healthy living obstacle," is that I LOVE sweets. I don't want to give up sweets and I don't know if I ever could. I've gone through periods in my life where I've given up fried foods or other various salty enemies, but to be completely honest, other than a donut craving from time to time, it wasn't all that hard for me. It wasn't a real challenge like completely giving up sweets would be. The thought alone is completely daunting.

Give up sweets? You're joking. You mean, like no cookies, not even if they're from Trader Joes? Because if they're from Trader Joes, that means they're healthier than other cookies, right? If I buy organic pop tarts then I can eat both in the little silver package without feeling any guilt, right? No, no, no, see, this ice cream is from Whole Foods. It's made with organic reduced fat milk. Totally different. Now where'd my spoon go?

These are the thoughts that spin through my sugar addicted brain on a regular basis.

So, here's the deal. I've decided to start this blog as I continue my journey through all of the right and wrong decisions I make in my quest for healthier living. I will not lie to you, the reader, and will openly and honestly admit when I've had donuts for breakfast (i.e. this morning) and when I've gotten myself to a yoga class (also i.e. this morning). I am not perfect, and am not striving for perfection. I know everyone has different ideas on healthy living, and I am simply seeking out a better balance in my life. I look forward to sharing with all of you.

Namaste!

Ashley