In fact, I’d like to break up with the whole concept of “fat pants.” And I want a break from the idea that I have to punish myself and be miserable in order to be healthy. That I’m somehow giving something UP in order to be strong and feel good. “Cheating” on my exercise and eating plan is like cheating at Solitaire… WHO EXACTLY AM I GETTING OVER ON? I’m not playing a game against myself, here, I’m trying to better myself. What I’m trying to tell you, in other words, is “I’m ridiculous.”
Thanks to my wonderful fitness pal Jenn B, and to Chris Freytag’s awesome example (yeah, I’ve mentioned it before), I’m feeling pretty good about this right now. I find it really motivates me to have a buddy- no matter what it is I’m trying to get done, it’s just way more fun when you’re not in it alone. You need someone to encourage you when the way ahead looks really steep, and to high five you when you get to the top! AM I RIGHT?
In other news, since I have all this awesome stress release (5 workouts and 5 walks in 5 days, and counting) and my energy load isn’t being burdened with unhealthy food (I have NOT eaten any of the tortilla chips in the pantry. Go me.) I am more patient with my little people and (dare I say it?) nicer to my husband. Also, I am working WAY ahead on my Holiday To Do list because I don’t want it to get in the way of my health plan in December, so I win again. How about it? Are you in? Grab a pal or follow me on Facebook. We’re checking in every day and discussing our progress on our healthy eating plan and how our workouts have gone- we’d love to hear from you too!
PS- don’t you just LOVE my hair in that photo? Yes, as a matter of fact, YOU MAY have the name of my stylist.