Fit Check...March 1. 2026

Hey good people, how’s it going?

I hope you all have had a wonderful Sunday.

Have I told y’all about the fitness journey I’m on right now? 

For the month of February, I started a challenge: Walk one mile, row for five minutes, and complete 30 sit-ups. Nothing fancy, just consistency. I started documenting the journey over on Instagram, and if you want to follow along, you can find me @Ambitious.Alisa.

Now let me be honest. I started off posting daily reels saying “progress done,” and I quickly realized that was not my style. I love stories, so I will keep sharing there, but moving forward I am switching to weekly wrap-ups with a countdown feel. And y’all, I am about two to three weeks in, and I am already seeing progress. Truly. I can feel it and I can see it.

If I can really lock in my nutrition, I already know I am about to be the baddest.

Right now, I am in a strange place with workout clothes. About a year ago I shared an Old Navy PowerSoft haul on YouTube and I loved those pieces. I had several, but recently gave one away because it was simply too big. The bras were decent, the pants were great, but I never quite had the right sizing. Some were 2X, some XXL, maybe even a 3X.

I wore one set to a Pilates reformer class and did not feel toegther. The gray set especially just was not flattering on me. I went to another class this week and although I was covered, it just did not give what it needed to give when I looked in the mirror. 

Now I am at the point where I want new workout clothes, but I truly do not want to spend the money. Do I go back to oversized T-shirts and plain leggings? The funny part is I literally just cleaned out my T-shirt bins and pulled two bags worth. I did not get rid of them completely because you know I will use them for the shop, but still. I do not want to go backwards.

My favorite Gap Fit leggings that I have had for nearly ten years finally got a hole. The last time I tried to replace them, they had changed the fabric and they were not the same. So yes, I am a little afraid to buy new. We will see what happens.

Next month I am planning a new challenge. It will definitely include jumping rope. I just have to decide if I am doing 50 or 100 jumps. I will keep my sit-ups, add more water because I have been slacking, and adjust my walking. Getting that full mile on the walking pad can be a lot mentally. Outside is easy, but the walking pad requires focus, and some nights I truly dread it. Still, I am showing up.

And I am proud of that.

My long-term goal is to lose 30 to 35 pounds. I used to say that was a two-year goal, but honestly, I believe I can reach it within a year and keep building from there. I already feel and see changes in my body. Maybe a little delusion, but I am working and I am proud.

Let me tell you another small win. I went to Target during the 70 percent off Valentine’s sale and did not buy any candy. None. Because I know myself. If I buy the bag, I will eat the bag. Now did I stop at Sonic and get a mini Reese’s blast? Yes. But growth is growth.

I am focusing on increasing my protein, staying consistent, and continuing to grow stronger mentally and physically. This journey is not just about weight. It is about keeping myself sharp, honoring the promises I make to myself, and becoming better with time.

If you are on your own fitness journey and want to talk about it, follow me at @Ambitious.Alisa on Instagram or message me. Let’s encourage each other.

That is all I got for today.

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