This morning I broke into hysterical sobs. Barely able to breath, my bridesmaid held me tight and tried to calm me down. By the time she came back with a wad of tissue paper, I was giggling and bouncing. It FITS!! My dress fits! I’m getting married in under four weeks — and I’m not going to have to go down the aisle naked!

I didn’t cry when I found my dress. I didn’t cry when I picked it up and brought it home. I’m just not that type of girl. But the rush of relief, excitement, thankfulness, happiness, shock, and gratitude when my dress zipped this morning, well it was just too much to take. I sobbed. And then I bounced. And then I giggled. And I haven’t stopped grinning since.

I rewarded myself with eggs Benedict at my most favorite breakfast spot, and to make up for it, I went to the gym.

I’m not going to lie, I was really worried I couldn’t do it. I didn’t trust myself or my workouts or my portion control. But I did it. Here’s hoping I can keep it up for another 4 weeks!

How do you stay motivated after you reach a fitness goal?

Photo Credit:  Cover Image – Benjamin Earwicker; Inside Image – Jenny Erickson