It's Not ALL Bad

I have made a few posts in the past with my "before" and "after" pictures that mostly I can see a difference in.  While it is true that I have never had a real problem with being terribly overweight, I have had three babies and had to work to get back to feeling like myself after each one.  I am proud of the fact that I am in better shape now than I was in high school.  All of that being said, I had to step back and look at this whole "transformation" thing from a different perspective. 

My husband saw this picture that I posted on Facebook awhile back and was really upset by it.  At first I thought he was just being critical until he explained.....he has seen all of my posts and grand excitement about being down this many pounds and so many inches and he is very happy for me.  What upset him about this picture in particular was the fact that he liked me just the way I was in ALL of the pictures!  He said I have always been his cute little wife and it never mattered to him what the tape measure or the scale or the size of my jeans said. 

I think it is worth noting that sometimes we are our own worst critics and our loved ones that see us everyday don't care if we went up or down a size, they just love us because of who we are.  I really appreciated my husband's kind words and admiration about what I considered my "before" pictures as well as what I see as my "after".  He is thrilled with the progress and dedication I have made to making myself a healthy and fit momma mostly because it makes me happy.  The truth be told, "If momma is happy, so is everybody else!" 

So, I say, keep going and setting goals for yourself, but don't discount the fact that you are loved just the way you are!

Sweet Tooth Sally

If you are like me, you have a sweet tooth.  Sometimes I just can't help myself.  Unfortunately, that does not lend itself to helping me on my fitness journey.  After LOTS of searching and experimenting, I have come up with a list of 5 snacks to curb that sweet tooth without blowing all of my hard work. 

1. Chocolate Dipped Strawberries

These are easy and quick and you can make just enough to enjoy without going overboard.

2. Frozen Chocolate Banana Bites

 Just slice up a banana, dunk in dark chocolate and place on wax paper in the freezer....yummy!

3. Fresh Fruit

 Sometimes a sweet piece of juicy fruit is all it takes...you can also try freezing your grapes!  They make a great and refreshing snack.


4. Dark Chocolate - more that 70% cacao

The great thing about this is that you only need a tiny amount to really feel fulfilled when a craving hits.

5. Chocolate Milk

This is also a great post workout drink.


These are just some of my favorites that I indulge myself with occasionally.  It is next to impossible to stay on track with a "diet" that doesn't allow for some treats now and then.  These are not a regular part of my meal plan, but it is nice to know that I can have something sweet without derailing my progress entirely.  (Funny how all but one are involving chocolate!)  Happy sweet tooth snacking!

"Everything in moderation." 

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Falling Into Fitness

With the wonderful world of PiYo under my belt, it was time to decide what would be next.  I love switching things up and need the variety to keep me going.  I have done some of  the craziest "hybrid" workout programs you can imagine.  But now that school is back in session and life is starting to resemble somewhat of a routine again, I can really sink my teeth (or my squat) into a good schedule again.  This past summer has brought me to moments of realization. 

I was always busy running around, doing something and had more cheats than I can count, but I had a saving grace on my side.  Because I have been working on building muscle and have kept working out at LEAST 3 times a week, I have maintained my results.  I haven't seen the scale or the measuring tape move down by any means, but it hasn't move UP either!!!  I have gotten my metabolism kicked into high gear through my consistent hard work and even though I haven't been the poster child for health and fitness these last couple of months, it has kept me burning calories.  There is no doubt that life tries to get in the way of our progress....so much so that we may start to justify the skipped workout (or three) and the full week of indulgences.  We can talk ourselves out of seeing the purpose and the reasons why we started in the first place.

  But, we have to realize how far we have come and how hard we have worked and most importantly, how good we feel about the progress we've already made.  Believe me, I have had those moments of doubt lately.  It is natural to want to revert back to our old ways of life and just be comfortably uncomfortable.  But, I have done that before and regretted it terribly!  Nope, not this time folks.  I have held onto the progress I have made so far....a loss of over 25 inches....and I am NOT going to stop now.  I have had a goal in mind for myself for longer than I can remember and it is happening.  This chick is not going to give up...not because I am busy or sick or injured.....not this time! (On a side note, I did injure my shoulder scrubbing grout at work for over 2 hours yesterday....grrr, can't even life my arm!)  Anyway, this girl is serious, and even though I have to take it easy on the shoulder, I am in the game....for real!  I am back doing the 21 Day Fix.

 It is AWESOME and just what I need.  Those containers are back out on the counter and I have my plan in place.  It is definitely true that nothing feels quite like being healthy!  I am here doing it and wanting my friends to join me.

 Whatever your fitness of choice is, join me in my Fall Into Fitness accountability group.  I love sharing my journey with those around me and I love fall! We will share clean and healthy fall recipes and we will keep each other in check and inspired.








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