Day 12:
Legs and abs day, I went to bed this evening thinking it must have been a good workout as I sneeze and want to cry, a good cry at least knowing that I am making changes to my life and body. Today I had an additional 2 mile run/walk, that I did even though I was sore! These runs/walks are turning more into runs! I love running outside, but if I don’t get there right away in the morning it makes it tough. I do like running on a treadmill as well, but love the atmosphere outside. Let’s talk voices, for some reason lately my voices are nice, positively reinforcing my newfound respect to 6 a week workouts. This helps with motivating myself to go the extra mile. When it gets tough in a workout and I want to just give up, this little voice starts singing "Try" by Pink. I love music, I find it very motivating, there are so many great songs to choose from.
Day 13.
Rest day
Day 14
Run/walk. This week I am focusing on making sure I am eating enough protein, I did an assessment of how much is enough and it was recommended that I eat 80-149 grams a day of protein. WHAT??? I thought this seemed like too much, but when I broke down what I try to get in on a daily basis, I realized that I already do this. I am going to increase some as I have a pretty wide range of the recommended amount. It is nice that I have been doing weight watchers for a few months, because my eating is pretty good and under control. Of course I still have my moments I am not proud of, but I found that if I don’t eat that piece of cake I am craving now that in two weeks I will be eating a whole cake myself…. Can I get an AMEN! Of course the important thing to remember is moderation.
Day 15
Run/walk. 38.5 minutes for my 5k today!!! It wasn’t a race, but it was my normal run, however I think this is the best time ever!!!! I was at the gym and when I finished I threw my arms in the air and celebrated, then looked around to see if anyone was in there, NOPE. But really I wouldn’t have cared at all, I was on a high! I was so high that when I was stretching out in the sauna I shared my success with a little old lady that was sitting in there. She asked me why I have made the decision to do what I am. To those that know me I am pretty good about coming up with answers to questions, not very often am I left quiet. I did give her some answers, my kids, my health, my life. But then really thinking about it, I have fought with my weight since I was in middle school, this was the first time I realized what an eating disorder was. I would eat with my friends and then run to the bathroom to puke it up. I by no means was even close to overweight at this point in my life; however had the goggles on that told me I was. At that point I was also battling a skin disease that made me look different, so I really didn’t want to put on weight to have another difference. Then I move to high school where the girls are worried about if their thighs touch. When I was in cheerleading season I knew I was fine because I was very active, on the off season I would work more leaving less time to focus on health. When I graduated and went off to college, well you know what happens there 15 at least pounds. I did work that weight on and off when I would realize I gained a little I would restrict my food until the weight was gone. I was still pretty active at this point. Then bam met my husband, not trying to place blame, but I was comfortable, we went through a lot of fertility issues and had a few miscarriages. I bounced back from that, until I got pregnant…. Up to 32 weeks with my first I had gained 14 pounds, my last three weeks I gained 10 pounds a week (this is the reason he came 5 weeks early, pre-eclampsia). I took me two years and realizing the fertility didn’t work for the second time around for me to lose the weight. 35 pounds to be exact, then bam again I was pregnant. Since having my second child I have tried and done well with losing weight, but then lose my mojo. So long story short (well not really) this is why I am choosing to change my life style and not look for the fad. I have a history, which most of us do. But I want to change my future. I can and want to set tough goals to be able to attain them. I am competitive with myself, always wanting to go a little faster, push myself a little harder.
Day 16:
Halfway there, baby! Although I hope it never ends. Today was the first day since my babies were born that I showed my stomach to anyone, even my husband (interesting, huh?). This is a huge step for me, I have hated my stomach since my first child, never did I think that I would show people.... It is far from perfect, it may never get there, but it is getting better. This motivates me to continue the race to fitness. I don't think I have ever been this motivated for me. It all started with me stepping on the scale, a thing I do once a week at home and once a week at weight watchers, I obsess about this that is why I restrict access. Anyhow, I looked down and thought that can’t be right…. 5 times later, a battery change and the number stayed the same…. Have I really lost 5 pounds, no way. I have struggled to lose my first ten pounds with weight watchers. With this I am extremely close to my 5% goal. (small places to celebrate) 15 weeks to be exact. AND GUESS WHAT, it has been done the right way, no starving, pill, etc. Good ‘ole fashioned butt kicking! This is where I cringe and think of the people that have been telling me this the whole time, thanks family. Maybe I needed to hit rock bottom, a foodaholic (this has to be something)? I needed to admit that I had a problem first before I could find a solution. I really wish that this would have come long ago. However focus on the future, now is my time to rock this! My mom asked me why I was so successful this time, was it investing time and patience with a personal trainer, what was it? Again I am quick to answer and then reflect later. I am not looking for a fad diet or pill; I AM making changes all over. I am in a great job now that allows me more time to work out and do the things that I love. I feel at a good point healthfully, spiritually, emotionally, physically. I believe all of these things aided in my unhealthy choices, it was easy to have that comfort food because I had as stressful job, didn't feel well a lot. (I remember several times my husband getting on my butt because I wanted to nap all weekend, then it turned into not feeling well so I had to nap) The viscous cycle that is hard to admit when you are there. This is not my first time here, I am a thriver of sexual assault. Until I admitted I needed help, I didn't get it. Why do we hit home that is shows weakness to admit the small imperfections we all have? So why does it take rock bottom. Man if I could go back and know what I know now.... again no regret. This is why I am positive this is my time, this time is different.
I think that I needed to live before, try things that were rumored to work, and find out they didn't. I don’t regret, never, I won’t live that way. I think my experience has lead me to where I am today. I think the key is in my week of revelations that I needed to realize for myself, no one could tell me. As far as my workout went, it did. It feels good to hurt! I then went for a bike ride and a short walk!
Sorry guys this has been a week of revelation for me.... So deep. Enjoy! PS if anyone has questions about anything I share on my blog, I would be more than happy for you to get my contact information and answer any questions you have!
Day 17:
Today was not my day. My youngest son, Kellan, slept from 8:30 pm- 12:30 am, he didn’t go back to sleep at all. Originally my husband was going to help so I could make it to the gym, however for some reason I couldn’t go back to bed, so I stayed awake. I was ok missing my run today, because if I did it I am sure something would’ve gone wrong AND I don’t want to injure myself. I did however end up getting my 10,000 steps in, so a little activity. Tomorrow is my big weigh in…. Can’t wait!
Tuesday, September 30, 2014
Monday, September 22, 2014
Week 2: What is your "thing"?
Day 7:
Back to the grind, secretly hoping I was still not feeling well from the day before (come on 6 workouts in one week?!) However I was feeling better and knew I would kick myself had I not followed through with my run/walk. I was yazy (my son cannot pronounce his "l") and decided oh I will do it later, knowing that time would once again slip away from me. Finally after church and the Children’s Museum it was bedtime, I thought that I was in the clear. NOPE, after I put the kids to sleep, I hopped on my treadmill…. And did my 3 miles. I was pooped that night and crawled right into bed. I went to bed pretty proud of myself, because I very well could have sluffed off my workout, but I didn’t. This is all thanks to this lifestyle change I am in the process of doing. When I think of the "little voice" I am pretty sure I have 2, good and evil. The one that suggests I just wait or just eat the thing I know I will be paying for later. The good that encourages me, sometimes I find myself chanting (to myself) is, "I think I can, wait no, I know I can." "Think about how good it will feel later"
Day 8:
Run Day. Today I shaved off 3 minutes off my run time. This was a huge success for me. Let’s be real…. It is really more of a run/walk; I definitely have a love/hate relationship for running. I can go months and love it and then quit for months. Right now it is hate. I do it because I love the sense of accomplishment after I finish, but during is HELL. I definitely can rock it out when I have the right music. I set goals while I am running, lately it has been run the long side of the block and walk the short (about .25 run, .1 walk) I pick up my speed on the second round. After this walk, I went on a 3+ mile walk with a girlfriend. I was pumped when I reached my 10,000 step a day goal by 11 am. This is great because I am making up for the time when my fitbit died on me :/ Today there weren’t only two little voices, I swear there was a community. Don’t stop, remember the picture, do you really want to be that girl again? Think about that bikini for your cruise. You can do this. I tend to be pretty hard on myself which I don’t think it is bad. The reason is that I was too easy and looked what happened, first 10 then 20 then 40 pounds. I can’t look back now, I have worked too hard! I can only move on with my life, no regrets. One thing I do not regret is the fact that I am now able to fit into some large shirts and not squeeze, FIT! SO something is going right! Keep fighting the fight!
Day 9:
Woke up with a migraine today, I am either clenching my teeth so tight at night or I am getting sick, dang allergies. I cancelled my leg workout, and was immediately frustrated with my decision. I knew I would be getting crazy amount of walking in, as I spent the day at Valley Fair with my sisters. We were pretty good, we packed healthy alternatives to fair food, with the exception of our stop at a fantastic sub place in Maple Grove, Firehouse subs, hear of it? Terrible, I usually don’t like eating out without pre-looking up the point value, however did this time. Dang 25 points… yowzer. Well it only happens once in a while. We swam for 2 hours, there is an awesome wave pool, this was a workout I was sore. 16,959 steps for the day!!!
Day 10:
Today was my first day back at work in about 6 months, so I was a little nervous last night. I did get up early or did I really ever go to bed?? I got my run in. I was a little distracted with other things going on in my head to think about my run. Will this be the place; am I going to fit in? Overall the day went well, a lot of sitting which I have not been used to. I had to get up and move around many times. I didn’t get any other activity in for the day because I was exhausted from and almost 2 hour commute home…..
Day 11:
ARMS DAY that is all I can really say about it. Man she really kicks my butt. I never really thought Tabata was going to be enough of a workout, but man, it is. The pushups were tough, I can do them great while on my knees, but when I do the full version I fall several times. My arms weren’t as sore this time as they were last week, so progress I think. I ran off to work then. After work I really felt like I needed to go for a run, so I jumped on it. I went to the gym though because it is hard to run outside mid-day. I did my three miles in about the same time as Monday 43ish minutes. I then sat in the sauna to stretch and relax. There were several times that I thought; well this is a bonus workout so I can stop when I want. However I said that I wanted to do 3 miles, so that is what I did. I have to say I have been sleeping better, which is amazing, I was getting worried because I had started going to bed later and later and sleeping a little later as well. Now my goal is to get up around 6 and get my workout done in the morning. I do plan on going to the BCC for some evening classes, not sure what their schedule is. I can tell that I am making progress!
- SuperMom 3
I was rereading these, because it's been awhile, and it's unreal to me that the woman who wrote these (especially the "6 workouts in one week!" part) is the same woman I know now. There's nothing wrong with what she wrote, but over the next couple of weeks, you all will be able to see her turn into the woman I call "The Gladiator". Physical fitness transforms people in so many more ways than weight. Exploring different aspects of fitness can be like exploring different aspects of yourself. Think about it, down at the very core of who we are is a instinctive, primal being. Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs demostrates this concept of basal needs in a widely accepted and demonstrated theory. According to the Hierarchy, before any form of a higher-level need can be met (such as self-actualization, happiness, feelings of fulfillment), the base level needs must be met. These include sleep, food, breathing, sex, then move up to safety of self, one's family, shelter, and health. The greater the number of basic needs met, the greater the transistion is up the pyramid.
Some humans are born with a body built to run, others with a body made for climbing, and so on. Look around you, none of us are built the same. Only our bodies know what they are designed for, and the only way to find out is to try different things. What I can guarantee is that when you find the thing that your body is physically made to do, it will fulfill a basic, primal need you may not even know you were missing but will never want to leave unfulfilled again. Many people try running, and most people hate it at first. After a while, their body either loses the excess weight, builds up the muscles that weren't strong enough before, and becomes the running machine it always was, or breaks down, because it wasn't built to be a running machine. But that same person may get into a pool and swim like a freaking fish because their body fits it. Pushing, pulling, running, biking, lifting, kicking, swimming, rowing, skiing, hiking, jumping, diving, fighting, meditating, the list goes on and on. There is not a soul out there who is not amazing at some physical ability, they just have to figure out which one. Once they find their fit, the other pieces will fall into place, and a whole new level of fulfillment will be achieved.
Don't believe me, ask a marathon runner how happy they are. Ask a triathlete if their life is different than before they began. Ask the volleyball enthusiast/engineer, the fitness competitor/science teacher, the black belt/daycare provider, or the row team captain/stay-at-home mom if their lives would be the same without their sport. These are all real people I know, doing the things that made them who they are. What is your "thing"? If you don't know, right off the top of your head, than you haven't found it yet. So go out and find it. Throw practicality, fear, and doubt to the side and do that crazy "thing" that's been in the back of your mind for so long. That could be it. You'll never know, unless you give it a shot.
Back to the grind, secretly hoping I was still not feeling well from the day before (come on 6 workouts in one week?!) However I was feeling better and knew I would kick myself had I not followed through with my run/walk. I was yazy (my son cannot pronounce his "l") and decided oh I will do it later, knowing that time would once again slip away from me. Finally after church and the Children’s Museum it was bedtime, I thought that I was in the clear. NOPE, after I put the kids to sleep, I hopped on my treadmill…. And did my 3 miles. I was pooped that night and crawled right into bed. I went to bed pretty proud of myself, because I very well could have sluffed off my workout, but I didn’t. This is all thanks to this lifestyle change I am in the process of doing. When I think of the "little voice" I am pretty sure I have 2, good and evil. The one that suggests I just wait or just eat the thing I know I will be paying for later. The good that encourages me, sometimes I find myself chanting (to myself) is, "I think I can, wait no, I know I can." "Think about how good it will feel later"
Day 8:
Run Day. Today I shaved off 3 minutes off my run time. This was a huge success for me. Let’s be real…. It is really more of a run/walk; I definitely have a love/hate relationship for running. I can go months and love it and then quit for months. Right now it is hate. I do it because I love the sense of accomplishment after I finish, but during is HELL. I definitely can rock it out when I have the right music. I set goals while I am running, lately it has been run the long side of the block and walk the short (about .25 run, .1 walk) I pick up my speed on the second round. After this walk, I went on a 3+ mile walk with a girlfriend. I was pumped when I reached my 10,000 step a day goal by 11 am. This is great because I am making up for the time when my fitbit died on me :/ Today there weren’t only two little voices, I swear there was a community. Don’t stop, remember the picture, do you really want to be that girl again? Think about that bikini for your cruise. You can do this. I tend to be pretty hard on myself which I don’t think it is bad. The reason is that I was too easy and looked what happened, first 10 then 20 then 40 pounds. I can’t look back now, I have worked too hard! I can only move on with my life, no regrets. One thing I do not regret is the fact that I am now able to fit into some large shirts and not squeeze, FIT! SO something is going right! Keep fighting the fight!
Day 9:
Woke up with a migraine today, I am either clenching my teeth so tight at night or I am getting sick, dang allergies. I cancelled my leg workout, and was immediately frustrated with my decision. I knew I would be getting crazy amount of walking in, as I spent the day at Valley Fair with my sisters. We were pretty good, we packed healthy alternatives to fair food, with the exception of our stop at a fantastic sub place in Maple Grove, Firehouse subs, hear of it? Terrible, I usually don’t like eating out without pre-looking up the point value, however did this time. Dang 25 points… yowzer. Well it only happens once in a while. We swam for 2 hours, there is an awesome wave pool, this was a workout I was sore. 16,959 steps for the day!!!
Day 10:
Today was my first day back at work in about 6 months, so I was a little nervous last night. I did get up early or did I really ever go to bed?? I got my run in. I was a little distracted with other things going on in my head to think about my run. Will this be the place; am I going to fit in? Overall the day went well, a lot of sitting which I have not been used to. I had to get up and move around many times. I didn’t get any other activity in for the day because I was exhausted from and almost 2 hour commute home…..
Day 11:
ARMS DAY that is all I can really say about it. Man she really kicks my butt. I never really thought Tabata was going to be enough of a workout, but man, it is. The pushups were tough, I can do them great while on my knees, but when I do the full version I fall several times. My arms weren’t as sore this time as they were last week, so progress I think. I ran off to work then. After work I really felt like I needed to go for a run, so I jumped on it. I went to the gym though because it is hard to run outside mid-day. I did my three miles in about the same time as Monday 43ish minutes. I then sat in the sauna to stretch and relax. There were several times that I thought; well this is a bonus workout so I can stop when I want. However I said that I wanted to do 3 miles, so that is what I did. I have to say I have been sleeping better, which is amazing, I was getting worried because I had started going to bed later and later and sleeping a little later as well. Now my goal is to get up around 6 and get my workout done in the morning. I do plan on going to the BCC for some evening classes, not sure what their schedule is. I can tell that I am making progress!
- SuperMom 3
I was rereading these, because it's been awhile, and it's unreal to me that the woman who wrote these (especially the "6 workouts in one week!" part) is the same woman I know now. There's nothing wrong with what she wrote, but over the next couple of weeks, you all will be able to see her turn into the woman I call "The Gladiator". Physical fitness transforms people in so many more ways than weight. Exploring different aspects of fitness can be like exploring different aspects of yourself. Think about it, down at the very core of who we are is a instinctive, primal being. Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs demostrates this concept of basal needs in a widely accepted and demonstrated theory. According to the Hierarchy, before any form of a higher-level need can be met (such as self-actualization, happiness, feelings of fulfillment), the base level needs must be met. These include sleep, food, breathing, sex, then move up to safety of self, one's family, shelter, and health. The greater the number of basic needs met, the greater the transistion is up the pyramid.
Some humans are born with a body built to run, others with a body made for climbing, and so on. Look around you, none of us are built the same. Only our bodies know what they are designed for, and the only way to find out is to try different things. What I can guarantee is that when you find the thing that your body is physically made to do, it will fulfill a basic, primal need you may not even know you were missing but will never want to leave unfulfilled again. Many people try running, and most people hate it at first. After a while, their body either loses the excess weight, builds up the muscles that weren't strong enough before, and becomes the running machine it always was, or breaks down, because it wasn't built to be a running machine. But that same person may get into a pool and swim like a freaking fish because their body fits it. Pushing, pulling, running, biking, lifting, kicking, swimming, rowing, skiing, hiking, jumping, diving, fighting, meditating, the list goes on and on. There is not a soul out there who is not amazing at some physical ability, they just have to figure out which one. Once they find their fit, the other pieces will fall into place, and a whole new level of fulfillment will be achieved.
Don't believe me, ask a marathon runner how happy they are. Ask a triathlete if their life is different than before they began. Ask the volleyball enthusiast/engineer, the fitness competitor/science teacher, the black belt/daycare provider, or the row team captain/stay-at-home mom if their lives would be the same without their sport. These are all real people I know, doing the things that made them who they are. What is your "thing"? If you don't know, right off the top of your head, than you haven't found it yet. So go out and find it. Throw practicality, fear, and doubt to the side and do that crazy "thing" that's been in the back of your mind for so long. That could be it. You'll never know, unless you give it a shot.
Friday, September 12, 2014
Week 1: SuperMom 3
Day 1: I ran 3 miles tonight, wanted to do at two, even talk myself into thinking it would be OK because I ran in the Dirty Girl this weekend. However when I hit two I told myself that if I did two, why couldn't I do one more measly mile.... Well I did it. Then after my cool down I felt like I needed a little more, so I walked a mile with my son. I slept so well, which is something I have struggled with more recently.
Day 2: I felt great this morning after my run, I did stretch right away in the morning, because I was a little stiff. I missed my Skype workout, because I went to Twirl at my church, so I did a prescribed circuit training, whew! I don't like mountain climbers, I think this is due to my belly fat. I will do them!!! I love planking, I feel it in my whole body!
Day 3: Today was a run day. After the first two miles it was tough to speed up, I did the best I could. I hope to be able to work up to a little faster. I am sleeping much better because I am working my butt off! I am feeling better, more energy, only a little did when I wake up. But I have noticed that since I have turned 30 I am always a little more stuff in the morning, ugh.
Also on day 3 I took my kids to the beach, we rode bike (well I ride bike) I packed everything into our bike trailer, including lunch, and 80 lbs of kids!
Day 4: today was arms over Skype. Yowzer! I pushed through it, was happy when it was over. Later we went for a long bike ride, this time my husband ride with the kids. My arms were pretty sore, I stretched very well! I used some pain-away to help with the soreness. It was nice to hear about good form! At weight watchers I was down another 1.6 pounds. Only 1.6 until I get another 5 lb star!!!
Day 5: Did Jillian Michaels ripped in 30 week 3. She is my go to, love her. I could have tried harder, but made it through her workout. Ended up going on a date with my husband. I didn't really want to have a drink, but really it was amazing. Because I usually course not to drink my points I was pretty tipsy after one, so two more went down easy.
Day 6: down with a bug. Ick. Not so much activity today.
- SuperMom 3
Day 2: I felt great this morning after my run, I did stretch right away in the morning, because I was a little stiff. I missed my Skype workout, because I went to Twirl at my church, so I did a prescribed circuit training, whew! I don't like mountain climbers, I think this is due to my belly fat. I will do them!!! I love planking, I feel it in my whole body!
Day 3: Today was a run day. After the first two miles it was tough to speed up, I did the best I could. I hope to be able to work up to a little faster. I am sleeping much better because I am working my butt off! I am feeling better, more energy, only a little did when I wake up. But I have noticed that since I have turned 30 I am always a little more stuff in the morning, ugh.
Also on day 3 I took my kids to the beach, we rode bike (well I ride bike) I packed everything into our bike trailer, including lunch, and 80 lbs of kids!
Day 4: today was arms over Skype. Yowzer! I pushed through it, was happy when it was over. Later we went for a long bike ride, this time my husband ride with the kids. My arms were pretty sore, I stretched very well! I used some pain-away to help with the soreness. It was nice to hear about good form! At weight watchers I was down another 1.6 pounds. Only 1.6 until I get another 5 lb star!!!
Day 5: Did Jillian Michaels ripped in 30 week 3. She is my go to, love her. I could have tried harder, but made it through her workout. Ended up going on a date with my husband. I didn't really want to have a drink, but really it was amazing. Because I usually course not to drink my points I was pretty tipsy after one, so two more went down easy.
Day 6: down with a bug. Ick. Not so much activity today.
- SuperMom 3
Sunday, September 7, 2014
SuperMom 3: The Gladiator
So we've concluded the 30 day challenge with SuperMom 2. She is currently working on a 9 week plan I provided her and will continue to update us on her progress! As I've said before, every SM is different. SM2 has a positive energy and a brightness that lights up a room. Being around her is like sitting by a campfire; warm, relaxing, and instantly fun. No wonder she is such a fantastic fitness instructor! Working with her has the same effect; she draws out the best in every situation and uses it to feed her flame and the spark in those around her. Her internal motivation is inspiring and proven. Over the course of her 30 days, SM2 faced a few obstacles, primarily injuries. The first, chronic plantar fasciitis. After making a few adjustments to counteract it, she was back on track, but during week 3, she tripped and had a nasty sprain to her ankle. We worked around it as much as possible, but cardio was mostly out of the option. So SM did what she could; she watched her nutrition, worked on her strength training, and kept a positive attitude. By the end of week 4, SM could report that she had lost several inches off her waist, her arms, and felt a nice difference in the way her clothes fit and a surge in confidence! Pretty awesome for 30 days! Injuries, obstacles, those are all real life. How you work with them is what matters. She didn't shut down, or give up. Even now, with the sprain still taunting her, SM is working hard on her 9 week program, eagerly waiting to start up cardio again.
Now on to SuperMom 3. I've been working with SM 3 for a month now. The best way I know to describe her is as a gladiator. She is ferocious. Don't get me wrong, her personality is sweet and kind, but in the undertones is a fighter. She constantly competes with herself, like the person she wants to be is pushing her and delivering that last rep. She wants to win, and each victory makes her hungry for more. Her journal is the most personal yet, and the farther into her journey, the more she opens up. Introducing SuperMom 3:
"I am a 30 year old mom of two. I am a special education teacher and an advocate for the Central MN Sexual Assault Center. Along with my family and friends these are two of my passions. I have struggled with being over weight for many years, I have done everything from short term weight loss programs (Herbalife and Advocare). In 2012 I lost 35 pounds, because my fertility wasn't working and instead of obsessing about getting pregnant I turned my focus to fitness. As soon as I lost the weight I found out I was pregnant with no fertility, whether it was not obsessing or the weight loss we will never know. When I step on the scale I get sick to my stomach, I want to be fit for my children, I want to be able to run and play with them for many years and some day grandchildren too. I know my weight didn't come on overnight and it is going to be a fight to get it off, but I am ready for the battle. Because I had to have 2 c-sections my stomach is terrible. I don't even let my husband see it, I am ashamed (I also wouldn't change it for the world, my boys are my life and worth the belly). I joined weight watchers about 10 weeks ago and have lost 6.6 pounds, it was tough at first because everyone said the weight would come off fast at first, but it didn't. I got discouraged, but had to pull myself and stay positive. When I earned my first five pound award I was almost in tears. When I saw one of the super mom's, I was interested in their bio and wanted success like them. My goals are to lose 40 pounds and work on my tummy. I want to work out 5 days a week, but also fit something physical in on a daily basis, such as a walk or bike ride. I want to teach my boys what it is to live a healthy lifestyle. Most of all I want them to be proud of me, there is nothing more rewarding than my oldest telling me good job mom after he sees me sweat through a workout. Lastly I want to wear a bikini on the cruise my husband and I go on in the next year!"
Now on to SuperMom 3. I've been working with SM 3 for a month now. The best way I know to describe her is as a gladiator. She is ferocious. Don't get me wrong, her personality is sweet and kind, but in the undertones is a fighter. She constantly competes with herself, like the person she wants to be is pushing her and delivering that last rep. She wants to win, and each victory makes her hungry for more. Her journal is the most personal yet, and the farther into her journey, the more she opens up. Introducing SuperMom 3:
"I am a 30 year old mom of two. I am a special education teacher and an advocate for the Central MN Sexual Assault Center. Along with my family and friends these are two of my passions. I have struggled with being over weight for many years, I have done everything from short term weight loss programs (Herbalife and Advocare). In 2012 I lost 35 pounds, because my fertility wasn't working and instead of obsessing about getting pregnant I turned my focus to fitness. As soon as I lost the weight I found out I was pregnant with no fertility, whether it was not obsessing or the weight loss we will never know. When I step on the scale I get sick to my stomach, I want to be fit for my children, I want to be able to run and play with them for many years and some day grandchildren too. I know my weight didn't come on overnight and it is going to be a fight to get it off, but I am ready for the battle. Because I had to have 2 c-sections my stomach is terrible. I don't even let my husband see it, I am ashamed (I also wouldn't change it for the world, my boys are my life and worth the belly). I joined weight watchers about 10 weeks ago and have lost 6.6 pounds, it was tough at first because everyone said the weight would come off fast at first, but it didn't. I got discouraged, but had to pull myself and stay positive. When I earned my first five pound award I was almost in tears. When I saw one of the super mom's, I was interested in their bio and wanted success like them. My goals are to lose 40 pounds and work on my tummy. I want to work out 5 days a week, but also fit something physical in on a daily basis, such as a walk or bike ride. I want to teach my boys what it is to live a healthy lifestyle. Most of all I want them to be proud of me, there is nothing more rewarding than my oldest telling me good job mom after he sees me sweat through a workout. Lastly I want to wear a bikini on the cruise my husband and I go on in the next year!"
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