Last night I lifted weights while Michael was at boot camp. I always lift weights in the evenings, but usually its in the garage with a space heater. Since I knew he wouldn't be home any time soon, and I didn't need the weight bench, I decided to move my workout inside in front of the mirror in the living room. Its a known fact that lifting weights in front of a mirror can work wonders on your form...and for your self esteem for that matter. I benefitted in both aspects. I noticed I could improve on my bent over row. I noticed my left shoulder sits a little higher than my right shoulder...I'll try to correct that with some extra shoulder shrugs on my right side. And I noticed some really nice cuts in my bis, tris and shoulders as I lifted. Needless to say, I loved working out in front of the mirror. I need a mirror in my garage, no doubt! Then I got to thinking. I need a mirror everywhere I go. Not for vanity purposes...strictly for form critique. Imagine the effect it would have. What would I change if I saw what others saw ALL DAY LONG? Wow. That's something we could all stand to ponder. I'm sure I would smile more often. I would probably stand up straighter. I would be more aware of my facial expressions and reactions to others. I would probably make a point to wear something other than jeans and a t-shirt everyday. To take it a step further, what do I WANT TO SEE in that mirror? Do I want to see someone that is more caring, more compassionate and eager to help others? Definetly! Do I want to see someone who is easily approachable and always willing to listen? For sure! Do I want to see a great wife and friend? Yes and yes! So, I'm challenging myself to go about my days as though there is a mirror with me at all times. I'm going to make an honest effort to critique my form and make adjustments where I see they are needed. In the end this 'mirror' will serve the same purpose as the living room mirror did last night. It will help me improve my life form.
What would you see in your mirror? What do you want to see in your mirror?
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