I breath in, and out. 

Slowly at first, quicker as I go.

Hair begins to tangle.

My skin becomes clammy.

I continue, my throat dries.

Faster, harder, longer.

Yesterday is behind me, move on.

Legs stretch, relax, repeat.

Up, down, again.

Closer I get, it's in sight.

Feel it, breathe it, keep going.

Muscles work in time.

Flex, tear, rebuild.

I lay down in front of the mirror.

I reach up for it.

Heavy, heavier than I remember.

Up, down, breathe, again.

Count, 9, 10, 11.

Move on, no more.

Water, now. Stop, stay there.

Sweat drips from the brow, exhausted.

Don't quit now. It's not done.

Lay back down, one in each hand now.

Back and forth, up and down.

Like a drug, can't stop, need more.

Euphoria hits, jump up, different position.

From one side to the next, I work hard.

All over, all around, all pain, all gain.

No one can stop it now.

I've gone too far, but not far enough.

Time to clock out for the day.

Towel off, stretch out, shower up.

Legs sore, arms burning, lungs in pain.

Need water, want sleep.

Tomorrow, same thing, maybe different.

Today will be yesterday.

Yesterday is forever gone.

Made it the best, I will do better next time.

For now, the workout's done.

Smile on my face.