It's time for me to pay the piper. I've been running/jogging for 13 years, and during that time, I've been constantly reminded of how bad running can be for your knees. Well, my knees hurt...now, earlier today and probably later, too. Now in all fairness, I have to say I don't believe it's just the running in my case. I weigh more now than I have in ten years, I had a baby 10 months ago (and I dare not talk about fat pockets that seemed to have multiplied since that experience) and the mother of all my reasons (excuses...whatever)...I'm ten years older (GASP). Having said all of that and given myself plenty of room to get off the hook, I know I have to get some of this weight off instead. In the spirit of full disclosure (or maybe partial disclosure), I can't walk into the stores like I once could and just get that cute top on sale because it's sure to fit. Nope, I'm having to look for cute clothes again and pay more money ...perhaps for more material (SIGH). I'm also finding more clothes in my closet that don't fit! And my knees hurt!!! So, as Donna Joyner said this morning in my Body Gospel workout, I'm going to succeed on purpose. I know, I know....I have to once again live committed to a lifestyle of fitness. You know, back to a time when I exercised at least 6 days a week, sometimes twice a day; said no to mayonnaise and cheese; wrote down what I put in my mouth; and enjoyed less red wine. Ahhhh, days of old when my knees didn't hurt and my favorite jeans fit....oh how I miss thee...but don't worry, we'll be together again. I remember when I lost over 80 pounds ten years ago, it was because I wanted a career on TV ( and you know what they say about the camera). Well, I still want a career on TV, but I also want to feel better physically and, on some level, emotionally. Granted, I'm not carrying around the weight of the world. I realize it's all relative in terms of fat, skinny and the like. But, I am carrying around extra weight that amounts to the size of a young child... and that kid has to go! My husband is supportive and even doing his own thing to live a healthier life (YAY Dale!). So, here's the part where I invite you to get on the bandwagon with me. Start your workouts and your healthy eating today! I know we tend to wait when it comes to starting the things that seem huge to accomplish but....if you're like me, you don't have a choice, and the weight is over!
Sidenote: I'd love to hear from you if you are or have been in this struggle. Let me know what works best for you or just leave a word or encouragement. LET'S DO IT on three....one, two, three...."LET'S DO IT!"
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I have a small tire I have been carrying around....and I have lost flexibility and muscle. I stopped working out while preggo with Michael, that was 4 year ago. I am now 38 and well my body just does not work the same. I look at my yoga videos and think I need to do this....but having only 1 hour of free time while the little ones sleep I tend to either sit and surf the internet or sleep. I think I need motivation....the kind we use to give each other in Talley!
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