by: Coach Courtney Townley
I am a mama, a GT coach, a busy personal trainer, a lover of life AND oh-so human. How I roll is far from perfect but I do feel that my lifestyle has a consistent rhythm to it that has rewarded me with a physical state that is healthy, vibrant and happy. I have more love and respect for my body than ever before because of how beautifully it allows me to play full out in my life.
That being said…I have days I feel unstoppable, incredibly organized and my plans for my self-care flow seamlessly. And then there are days I feel sloppy, chaotic and, frankly, a little overwhelmed with all that life is tossing my way. My life is full-to-the-brim with goodness and, if I am being honest here, possibly a little too full. I have an ongoing struggle finding the sweet balance between being mother to a 3 year old, teaching, coaching, pursuing my other interests, and being a decent wife (ah…my poor husband). Sleep is sacrificed more than I care to admit, so I pay close attention to managing my energy throughout the day. Naps are my saving grace (everyday, 20 minutes at a minimum) and I simply cannot afford (mentally, physically or financially) the energy lost by eating garbage, being dehydrated or deconditioned. I eat clean, I train every other day, and I drink water constantly. Those are my non-negotiables. That is what keeps me rolling.
This is a typical day for me (CAUTION: do not attempt this day without a cup of Joe)
4 am Yes, really. No, I am not proud of it. If I don’t get up at this time, the most important hour of my day missed (my power hour) and I simply do not roll without it. I get up, wash my face, drink roughly a liter of water, take my probiotics and fish oil, take a hit of inspiration via reading, get my head on straight through meditation and prayer, and look over my schedule. Then…. I am ready for battleJ
5 am Get ready for the day, pack my food, eat breakfast (protein powder in water and a piece of fruit because through a lot of experimenting that is what works best for me before a workout).
6 am Workout at the gym.
7 am Teach a small group.
8:15 am 2 hard-boiled eggs and ½ cup of oatmeal. Hydrate.
9 am Teach Booty Barre Class (which kicks my butt just as much as anyone else’s)
10:30 am Train Client
11:30 am Race to my office (my car), hydrate, and toss in a few almonds and carrots.
12 pm Teach a Strength and Conditioning Class
1 pm Dinner leftovers for lunch (salmon and veggies, chicken and yam, or turkey and rice). Hydrate.
1:30 pm Return Calls/emails/prep for next day’s clients/nap
3 pm Snack (smoothie or salad)
3:30 pm Pick up my little man from Montessori
4-6 pm Play with Legos, Clean house, laundry, prep dinner. Dinner is one of the following: salmon with sautéed veggies, roasted chicken with veggies, turkey with salad, lean beef with yams, or stir-fry of some sort.
7-8:30 pm My son’s bedtime routine: bath, snack, story and oodles of snuggles.
8:30 – 10 pm Attempt to catch up on the ever growing “to do” list. A moment of gratitude for having this day and the energy/health to survive it. Kiss my hubby goodnight. Fall asleep as my head descends towards the pillow.
Posted on March 3, 2013 by Peggi Ingram, RN BSN
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