Well, the bad news is that it’s nearly one in the morning, and for some reason, I’m still awake. (Despite the fact that I promised Whit I would make every effort to get at least 7.5 hours of sleep every night for at least two weeks.) The good news is that I am wearing a pair of pants that I bought 15 years ago (CRAZY, I know!) and they are like new. Why? Because they did not fit me for, oh, 13 of those fifteen years! That, I have to say, makes me happy, even when my back hurts and I can’t sleep…
There are a few things I’ve noticed since I’ve begun this awesome journey, and while weight and size/ inches lost was absolutely one that I hoped for/ expected and have seen, I’ve been constantly surprised by how many other things have come into my life as a result of this- nearly none of which would I have expected. Like what, you ask? Well, one huge one has been the fact that while I am admittedly sometimes sore after a workout, my general aches and pains (yikes, am I getting old? No way!) literally go away when I’m working out. I mean, I’ve heard that a million times, but I had never really experienced it. Of course, this week has been ridiculously out of control, and I ended up having to miss my work out for TWO days in a row! (Something I never do unless I’m REALLY sick…) Partly as a result of this, my back has been killing me today. I will be back at the gym tomorrow morning, though, and I know without a doubt that I will feel better.
What are some of the other things? Great relationships with some really cool, supportive women. Generally a great feeling of better health, and more motivation to eat better and live a more healthful life. A better sense of having ” an anchor” for myself- I don’t really know how to explain that except as a better sense of myself, and feeling like I’m worth the relatively small amount of time each day that it takes for me to help myself feel great. A reduced stress level. Being a better example for my child. Feeling stronger, physically, mentally, and emotionally. I really could go on and on- the funny thing is, fitting into the fifteen year old pants are on the list, but I never expected there to be so many others!
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