This Black Friday made me think a lot about things I could buy to make my lifestyle healthier.

Growing up, I was always under the impression that if I just ran everyday, I could eat whatever I wanted. Or that because I am Asian, I would never be fat. But there’s a significant difference between being skinny and being strong. I want to be strong and fit, not squishy and skinny-fat. It’s disgusting, really.

I have a hard time fighting my cravings, but I’ve finally listened to my body and noticed how shitty I feel when I eat oily or fatty foods. I literally get impossibly slow and sluggish - neither of which is ideal. You can’t just eat whatever you want, it’s both diet and exercise.

I finally made the commitment and bought a blender this weekend - the NutriNinja Pro. It didn’t come with much, but it seems promising thus far. My friend Samee and I are going to try and do two smoothies a day and only one real meal. I figured friends were the way to go for motivation. (I’m sorry, I meant inspiration.) Also, eating more fruits and vegetables is great for the environment. I never thought I’d say this, but I’m going to work towards eating less meat in general.

In light of finding inspiration to go to the gym, I’m having a hard time finding gym buddies in the East Bay to work out with. Many of my girls in general don’t work out or they’re too pooped after work to commit to the gym. It’s difficult for me to stay on track without accountability. Maybe what I really need is a consistent group at the gym to meet up with or a personal trainer, even. Damn, it’d be so much easier to live in the city.

I also wish all my friends who worked out were on the same apps. I’m on myfitnesspal, Nike+, runkeeper, even Fitbit from when I had one. I wonder if I should get a Fitbit again…

But that’s just me complaining.

I really just need to drag my ass out of bed and go do it every morning.