When the hell did my ass get so big?

Yeah, you heard me right- there I said it. There is no tiptoeing around it. No hiding the inevitable- sitting on my butt editing has made me FAT…and miserable. I went to the DR a few weeks ago, and she told me that most of my whiny ailments were all attributed to adding weight. And at my rip roaring 5’2′”…a little goes a LONG way. So, that was it, I was told by someone in authority that I had to work out, watch what I eat, and EEK! cut back on wine and chocolate. I had to find new therapy.

Lets backtrack a little bit…most of you know Ash is a year round swimmer, and had swam for Bolles up until February where we made what I now call “the life altering switch”. After a year of struggles, we realized that swim program was not the right fit for either girl, and moved to the Y on 210. Not only was it a great switch for Ash, but for me as well. The drive was SO MUCH better. And while practice was longer, with a gym there now, I had something to do for the 2.5 hours besides work. So, I started walking, which was good, but apparently not enough. So, when my DR said I had to, I started classes at the Y…and dear God, dont hate me, but it changed me. I have not been good at working out since before hay was born…for those of you keeping count, that was 8 {yes, I said 8} years ago. And to be quite honest, I hated it! But these classes have made all the difference- surprise to no one, I am sure- I cant stand the BORING- I need personal motivation, and I need the competitiveness of a class. Sure, the sweet old ladies in Pilates are kicking the proverbial ass, and while I cant do all the moves, I am showing up, and more than that, doing it 4x a week- yes, miracles really do happen.

So, what have I learned? and why am I sharing this with you? Well, I have learned that working out DOES actually make a difference, and that sometimes taking care of ME means I am taking care of YOU. I know it seems backwards but I have had more energy, slept better, and have accomplished more in the last 3 weeks, I feel AMAZING! Sore…yes. Tired at night…yes. But…happy, yes! I know see what all the fuss is about! They say you have to commit for a solid month to make it a lifestyle change, and I am almost there, and I am so PROUD of myself. In a world of circular jobs {the house, the editing, the world} its nice to CROSS something off my to do list each day. Its probably the biggest motivating factor- it feels so good to finish something!  I have come to terms with the fact I will never be the size I was when I was in college or when I got married…and thats ok, I am happy to just have my pants be the correct size. But, as I approach a BIG birthday milestone, I want to work at being a better me, and I truly thing this is 100% the way to do it.  And in the process, I found a new therapy, and I have never felt better. Not crazy enough for cross fit though…not yet anyways!

I am so excited to share this journey here, even if not a soul reads it. It feels good to do something I am proud of….

** all of the above items are from Lulumon except where noted.