Action Breeds More Action

Written by Diana Graham, IFBB Pro Monday, 23 January 2012 20:00

A few weeks ago I went with a good friend to Daytona Beach in order to get my preparation for the Bikini International underway.  While we were there, we kept talking about how it was still eight weeks away.

“That’s a lot of time,” I thought… “A lot will change between now and then.”

Now we are only six weeks away from the show. EEEEEK! One quarter of that time is gone! Let me tell you, it flew by.

It’s funny how that happens. You look at the big picture and it seems too much! Then, you get caught up in it and WHAM, BAM, THANK YOU MA’AM, it’s done!

So much in life is this way. There are quite a few things I have not yet done because the big picture seems so overwhelming. Even day-to-day it can be easy to put things off like workouts, going back to school, starting a new career, or even just organizing a part of your home. Getting started can be the hardest step.

When I get caught up or overwhelmed I remember this simple truth: Action Breeds More Action. Sometimes I repeat this twenty-five times just for morning cardio! Getting dressed, putting my shoes on, and starting the treadmill can be the most daunting task if I allow it to be. Once I get started, fifteen minutes can be done before I even know it!

This week I challenge you to remember: Action breeds more action. Whatever it is that you have wanted to do, make a start. Fill out the application forms to a community college. Research and begin that 10K race program. Heck, sign up for that basket weaving class you have always wanted to do! Once you have taken that first step, give yourself a pat on the back for a job well done…or begun.

Diana Graham is a part-time stay at home mom of three wonderful kids. When not at home she can usually be found prepping for her next competition, working for her sponsor GNC, or coaching fellow competitors as a Team Bombshell regional coach. Connect with her on twitter: @dianalgraham or Facebook: www.facebook.com/dianalgraham.
Diana Graham can be contacted for appearances through www.fmg-fitnessmanagementgroup.com