I've joined a gym! --Okay, so I'm currently suffering from major shin splints, but at least I'm trying. I have also learned that I should not jog on the treadmill at an inclineI also had the pleasure of discovering that I've dropped another pant size. Let me be clear -- I'm going for whole-body health, here ... The pant size came with those efforts, I guess. I've gone from the size 12 I was in highschool up to size 16 (after my first pregnancy) to a size 6. It's weird. Shouldn't I feel like I'm totally skinny? This is a size that I used to think my bones kept me incapable of ("big-boned"). The sad truth is that although I feel good at my "achievment," I do not feel skinny. All of my problem areas, all of my visual insecurities still exist. -they're just on a smaller scale, now. I'm okay with that. really. truly. It's just weird, because I always figured those insecurities would go away if I ate better, got into shape, et al...
I need to restate that I am on a quest for ultimate healthiness. I want to feel good inside and out. I want to model a good lifestyle to my children, and teach them an abundance of good habits. I want to know that I am doing all that I can do for myself and my family. I am taking responsibility for our well-being and peace of mind.
Do I sound like some kind of commerical?? Probably. DO I sound like some kind of fruit?? Most likely. That's okay, though. This has become very important to me, and I'd love to make it more important for others. I guess that's why I'm suddenly talking about it more. I know I usually write about the kids ... there are plenty of stories I plan to tell...but I think I may write more about my lifestyle transition...
6 comments:
Kristi, you ARE totally skinny. I don't recall high school quite so much (thankfully), but have certainly noticed your efforts of the last few years. And, you have super healthy eating habits, too! Way better than mine, "vegetarian" does not equal "healthy" per say.
Oh an good luck with the gym membership! If you can do it successfully (read: get your money's worth and remember to visit), then maybe I'll revisit paying for another semester of our gym at school. Every time I pay for a membership I forget to use it.
You're such a good brother. :-)
The Gym: I joined last week, and so far I've only been once. BUT, that's due to shin splints, mostly ... I have the car tomorrow, and plan to go right after I've dropped of the hubby at the train. :-) --it's good that I have to do that, to get the car. It's gets me out the door, and I htink that's half the battle.
Well once a week beats my three times a semester! Yes, the regular routine and getting out of the house are probably both key.
You're smaller than me, my friend! And, the last time I saw you, you were definitely skinny! Eating the Superfoods way really does work. I need to get back into it.
well ... I wasn't really looking for so much "skinny" affirmation - but I'll take it! :-p
(I'll also not mention that I ate about 15 cookies, in substitute for actual food, the other day ... eek!)
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