I loved all the feedback about how to overcome the wog block I seemed to hit and really appreciate all the info from you runners! A few people mentioned that I needed to give myself a break, which had me wondering how I came across in yesterday’s post.
Was I frustrated? Yes, definitely. But my frustrations with overcoming the challenging workouts doesn’t mean I don’t think I’m kicking butt. If you would have told me a few years ago that I would be able to wog for an hour or cover 5 miles at once, I would have laughed my face off, but I’m doing it… and I’m darn proud.
Which got me thinking about pride. See, even just typing that makes me think ‘oh, it’s one of the 7 deadly sins. Bad pride, bad!’. But that’s ridiculous.
Why?
Because pride is a bad thing.
Right?
Nonsense. When we work hard to accomplish something, we deserve to be proud. Acknowledging it out loud shouldn’t be discouraged, rather it should be ENcouraged.
I’m all about some self-deprecation, but I also think acknowledging our own accomplishments is important.
So, I’m proud.
I’m proud that I used yesterday’s off day to squeeze in yoga.
I’m proud that I take the time and effort to prepare foods that nourish my family and me.
I’m proud of my family and how we work as a team.
I’m proud of my post baby body. It may not be Victoria’s-Secret-perfect, but it is strong and healthy.
I’m proud, and I’m going to acknowledge it. Because we all should be allowed to be proud.
What is one thing that YOU are proud of yourself for?
Lindsay @ The Lean Green Bean says
you should link this post up with A Dash of Meg’s High five friday 🙂 it’s all about being proud of yourself! xoxo
blackhuff says
You are right! We should encourage it and be proud.
I’m proud of the fact that I can run, whereas I could never have run before in my life. Now I do it with ease.
I’m proud that I too serve healthy food for me and my family.
I’m proud!
Lindsay@Fuel My Family says
I am proud of my post baby body too. I am the same weight I was before my first and wear all the same clothes even if I get down on myself for that fold of belly when I sit. I am also proud to exclusively breastfeed my babies for over a year, it takes dedication and am so proud I stuck with it (especially after that first bleeding and blistering month!)
Sarah says
I, too, am proud of my post-baby body. Part of that is due to Jillian Michaels workouts, part of it is yoga, and part of it is hey, I gave BIRTH. I am strong.
I’m a little bit addicted to feeling strong lately :-).
Katie @ Pop Culture Cuisine says
I am also proud of mine, I am down to below my pre-baby weight and feel great. I love me some JM too, she makes working out at home while baby is sleeping so much easier! I may be squishier in places than I used to be, but I wouldn’t change it for anything, it is what gave me my sweet chubby little girl!!
Parita @ myinnershakti says
You should be proud! And your baby is so freakin cute…I can’t take it!!!
I’m proud that I made the decision to get out of bed this morning and go to spin class – it was a tough workout but totally worth it!
Michaela says
such a fitting post! currently writing my dissertation (due in 2 weeks!!) and I am all the time thinking about how much more I need to accomplish, all those books I still want to read, etc. But yesterday, while I was counting my pages, I thought that I have already achieved quite a lot and I am so proud of that. My dissertation is not done yet, but boy, I have put so much work in there already.
Love your “proud-list” 🙂
Whitney says
I am proud that I have ran a marathon and have am running my second one in a week!
I think there is a fine line between being proud and being a bragger. It’s all about the approach and there is nothing wrong with being proud of an accomplishment. Bragging about material, useless things is a different story. 🙂
Jenny says
I’m proud of the person I’ve become, and the life that I am currently living. We work hard for what we have and you’re right. Everyone deserves to be proud!
Marci says
I’m proud that my body has handled pregnancy so well so far, and that I’m learning to take a break nearing the end!
sara @makingsofabetterlife.wordpress.com says
You SHOULD be proud. From the looks of it, you do an amazing job at whatever you do. Even if “what you do” is something involving not doing it. It’s all a part of our cycle. Great job, Brittany!
Sarah says
My brain. I somehow managed to get into 11 PhD programs last year when I applied straight out of undergrad and I am finally allowing myself to acknowledge that I didn’t just “get lucky.”
(Also, I’ve never said that out lout. Well, typed it. Allowed myself to say it somewhere. Wow. Feels…intense.)
Sarah says
Also you should be proud. I meant to say that first. You look so so healthy and awesome. But more importantly, you look incredibly happy. And that is the more beautiful than anything else could ever be!
Kelli H (Made in Sonoma) says
I’m jealous of the room you do yoga in! Mine is all dark and stuffy. 🙁 I’m really starting to dislike going, and would rather do yoga at my house now.
John J. says
Good article and I could not agree with you more. Being proud of accomplishments is encouraging to self and others. This is far from arrogant pride. Keep up your inspiring workouts and blogs!
Christina says
It’s always great to be proud!!! Not full of yourself but proud 🙂 Have a great Friday!
P.S. I’m proud that I still make time to go to the gym even though my fiance isn’t into it. It’s so easy to fall into the habits of our loved ones!
Alyssa @ Life of bLyss says
I adore your sneaky yoga picture you snapped.
Roz@weightingfor50 says
Atta girl Brittany! You indeed have much to be proud of, and deserve to BE proud of it all. Have a great Friday.
Tiff @ Love Sweat and Beers says
Love the stealthy yoga pic. 😉 Be proud girl! I’m proud of myself for being in my last week of race training. I hope to also be proud of my race, but I’ll cross that bridge when I get there.
Kristen @ notsodomesticated says
Good for you! I’m proud of my Valentine’s Day cake that I made my husband today! It’s a little ghetto fabulous, but it’s the thought that counts, and I can’t wait for him to see it! 😉
Pam says
Proud, you should be! Love your blog! You’re an encouragement!.
Jen@FoodFamilyFitness says
And you should be proud, you are awesome!!! I’m proud that I did 45 minutes on the treadmill this morning and went faster than I have before, which is still embarassingly slow, so I won’t admit it 😉
Tina @ Best Body Fitness says
I absolutely love this post! Yes, humility is important but we shouldn’t forget our strengths and what we offer this world, our loved ones, etc. You rock!
Lauren says
I love your energy in this post. It IS hard for me to say what I’m proud of.
I think it’s really important to be proud of yourself and recognize your accomplishments. Too many times we just focus on our shortcomings.
I think a lot of women are slow to give themselves credit, but I’m going to try.
I’m training for my second half marathon and I’m not very athletic, I suppose that’s something to be proud of!
Jenn says
Of course you should be proud! You know what, sometimes it’s really the best thing to listen to your body and for some reason, your body wasn’t into what you were doing… maybe your body was just tired, maybe your hormones are off (the week before my little lady friend, I struggle to get my workouts in!), who knows! But you pushed and got back out there… and that’s what really matters… and you are doing AWESOME, keeping yourself healthy and getting back in shape, and making sure you and your family has healthy, nourishing foods! Give yourself the ‘cred you deserve 🙂 Oh and the self-deprecating thing? What’s up with that? I had to read and re-read that a bunch this morning, I thought I read it wrong.
Jessica says
I’m proud that I can do all my sets of push up on my toes now in Body Pump! I love feeling so strong and healthy.
Sophie @ LoveLiveAndLearn says
I am glad that you are proud, you have so much to be proud of! You have a beautiful family 🙂
I’m proud of the way I nurture and treasure my relationships, they’re the most important thing I have!