WifeyB

I second the yoga studio app. It's wonderful!

Chasing babies! There's your cardio. my husband and I are expecting #1 in about a month and a half. Very cool stuff. I know you'll figure it out. Cheering ya on!

You really have a ton on your plate! But I applaud you for the kind of dedication it takes to handle so much. Just a thought... On days when you feel like you won't get a workout in, take the things you have to get done (like studying) and make them a tiny more active. Like, throw in some plank work over textbook reading. Hold it while you read a page, then rest a page. Back in my college days I found when my blood started moving it was easier to stay focused on the material as well. Two birds, one stone? Or go to class in running gear, park as far away as you can and jog in. Let me know how the Paleo taco comes out! Yum!

Have you considered other types of cardio that could seem like less of chore? What about biking? When my husband and I used to live in Mesa we'd go biking the hills out by Saguaro Lake (obviously, not in the summer.) I know Lifetime Fitness has a group that meets before work most days to cram in a morning ride before the day starts. Rowing? ASU probably has something like that recreationally. Swimming? There's also a great tennis club in Mesa. All levels- and it wasn't that expensive when we played in a league there. I believe they also have great programs for kids. Good luck to you and this new change! Who knows, you could find a new fitness hobby you've been missing out on all this time.

This evening after work my husband and I took one of our dogs into town for a walk. Town is putting on an annual street fair this weekend- a big "to do" in this little town of ours. We walked probably about a 2 miles. And now I don't feel so great. It was so nice to be out, in the fresh air, spending some time with my man... But wheeew. Now I just feel uncomfortable, totally off, not right. Looks like it's going to be an early evening for this gal. Do I have to say it again? I just can't stand how limiting being pregnant is. Soooooo ready for this little girl to be out of me! On to more interesting topics... I've been giving some serious thought to how I'm going to get back in shape. I really want to develop some kind of plan. I own both Insanity and P90x, and have had success with both in the past. However, I think they will both be a little too much too soon. Anyone been in this position before? What worked?

A pic from a couple weeks ago...

Caught a summer cold. I think I prefer being sick in winter.... Chicken soup and snuggling in bed to feel better just don't mix with this Tennessee humidity. On a brighter note, I had a super productive work day while working from home. Powered through half a project. My grandma called a few days ago for the sole reason of telling me she saw a recent picture of me and wanted to let me know I'm really gaining weight. Gee, thanks. And then I find out my mom has been telling my sister-in-law; mom thinks it looks like I'm carrying twins. Apparently mom doesn't remember anyone in the family getting THIS big. Ouch. What's up with that? I thought moms and grandmas were supposed to be on their daughters side through this? I'm going to have to post a pic just for posterity... So I can mark progress when I'm able to get back to the old me. I do feel a little short-changed when it comes to women-family bonding. You read a woman will tell her mom, "I finally get it, mom. Thank you." When she gets pregnant. And then they'll drink tea and giggle and watch the baby kick. Blah. Not me. I feel hurt and irritated with my mom. I don't welcome her criticism/input. There certainly isn't giggling- she wears me out. But somehow still expects (and feels entitled) to be in the delivery room. Yeah... That ain't happenin'! That's for damn sure....

Hey Nerds. It's been a long time. Too long. And much has happened in the past 8 months! For starters, I gained 50lbs, and long for the days when I could prance up 4 flights of stairs, touch my toes and stay up past 10PM. No... I didn't get sick, or depressed, or start drowning myself in cupcakes. My husband and I found out we're expecting out first baby! A little girl, due the first week of August. I'm so excited to welcome her into the world, feel so blessed to be a part of this creation, and so nervous that I don't f*** this whole mommy thing up. I will say through the nerves and the excitement and all the joy, being pregnant IS NOT my cup of tea. Mostly because it's so very VERY physically limiting. Which brings me to my second thought, and reason for starting this thread. This crazy body transformation has done a whopper of a blow to my self-image. I used to be able to do some pretty intense yoga, running some, working on lifting heavier. I was pretty darn active and having great fun at it. Then comes the baby-brewing. My first few months were so so sick. Then I started putting on the pounds, getting winded when I walked from the car to the Kroger, not being able to sit up from bed without rolling, and praying I don't drop anything I had to bend over to pick up. I cried when I saw my first stretch mark. (Sounds shallow, but I'm trying to be transparent here... It's a difficult thing- when so much is changing so fast.) I guess you could say so much of how I saw myself was defined by doing, moving, accomplishing. That pace has changed, and it's been a difficult change. So I'm writing to get this all "out there" so when our baby girl comes, I'll have the right frame of mind to get back to my old self. Maybe get a bit of self-love on, then get my move-it on and kick it back up a notch. Drop the baby pounds, get healthier and back to my old yogi ways. Disclaimer: probably much of this will be different than the typical "mommy speak" you'll read in mommy blogs. I've found my experience has been very different thus far. Or, rather, my perception of my experience has been. I detest mom jeans and miss wearing heels to work. I don't see why a woman has to give up sundresses for elasta-band clothing the moment she has the privilege of creating a beautiful life. I'm sorry if I offend- that isn't my intent. I'm not pointing fingers, nor saying what I'm feeling is the "right" way to feel. I do believe there are as many "right" ways as there are stars. I'm just hoping that some how I can work through these changes and be happy with myself post-baby. And not compromise what that means to me.

Checking in! Feeling any better?

Sorry your day finished so not-fun. His second thoughts are a testimony to how great a person and a catch you are! Remember that when you start to feel low or like you're running on empty & lonely. I think AP hit the nail on the head when she said you deserve someone who loves you unconditionally. Great you're putting your emotions in exercise- but be careful! Don't over tax yourself. I hope you ate more than just 2 burritos all day!

Missed my workout yesterday, ate great until after dinner. I slipped up a bit and had some sugar. today is a new day... I have my workout clothes on already, and there's no excuse!

Tapatalk isn't refreshing anything for me... But signing in is working. Progress? When will you get the results if the allergy test? I bet you will feel loads better.

So cute BabyB got a laugh out of it! That would have killed my game too... Because I would have kept doing them so he would keep laughing. Awesome self control! So so impressive. I'm chuffed for you! Hehe.

Soup is a great idea... And with it cooling off, perfect timing! Crockpot friendly for all of us who are so time strapped! I need someone to whip me in shape when I've been slipping up. I know it's just because I'm being lazy, and making it easy to slip up by having junk in the house! So, in the spirit of being in your same boat, this is me holding you more accountable to eat better! Woo! You can do it!

So proud of you!!! And SO SO SO glad you're sticking it out and staying here. We're rooting for you!

So... I've been thinking... Maybe we should connect on Twitter? (I don't use it- have before, about 2 years ago..) Maybe it would be a cool way to seek encouragement to choose the salad over the cheeseburger while at the restaurant... Or share about an awesome new drum/dance routine instantly? Is it possible to make another 'profile' thing with our NF usernames? I don't know.... Thinking out loud. Anyone familiar enough with it to know this is a stupid or cool idea?

Oh! Reading this made me hurt for you. And if I could I'd send a huge hug over the internet. I won't be one to offer advice, or tell you it will be better soon... Because I'm sure mostly that sounds so hollow. Just know you're not alone- you have all of us willing to listen to a vent, cheer you on, whatever you need. You really did have an epic day. Even the last bit is epic, in its way (epic start of something new?) MUAH. Hang in there... Will be checking in on ya.

Checking in! Miss your face. (Face? Post? Miss your posts? Don't really know how that saying would work in an online forum!)

AP- I've been struggling a bit with motivation this challenge as well. Or maybe I chose a eating-realted goal that was a bit more of a stretch for me than I had anticipated... so I'm finding I'm being negitive in my head more than I'd like to admit. But I'm trying to pull through and get back into the grove. LadyW- great job on the Whole30. And tears are only for not if you gave in. Which you didn't! You pulled through and should be so stoked! Nutribaby- You've got a mountain of a challenge this time, and it seems you're really taking it in stride- or should I say taking it in pedal? Way to go! My challenge... well, I'm just not diong as great as I had visioned. Especially with the eating. I have been working out, sleeping and drinking more water. So those things are good. And Hubbs said we can start cleaning out the barn the weekend after my parents leave. So that's good. I just keep thinking how diet is 80-90% of your success... and so I'm not feeling very successful at the moment. But, it's a new week.

Country to country translation... what's "chuffed?" Hehe. And I like "bless her cotton socks." Here in the South US we say "Bless her heart." which I bet has the same context.

Oh my gosh! Gal, you're rocking it today! And 1.5lbs down last week? Very nice work. If you get some of that cleaning out done, I'd put today in the record books as an epic day. I don't blame you for reevaluating your goal. Living life is so important, and it's actually productive for your goals because it keeps you from feeling burnt out. Just as long as when you're living you don't sit on the couch and eat ice-cream for 17 hours. (ha! eww...) Excited to hear about your next post. Good luck.

hey guys! It's been a crazy past couple days... I'm just now getting in front of my computer to get caught up on everyone and to post this! Friday: Hubbs and I played a double header of kickball. We're on an adult co-ed team just for fun. I scored 5 runs and totally scraped up my knee sliding into 3rd base! It was a lot of fun, dirty, muddy, and about 2 hours of exercise! Food was just OK. Water and sleep were good. Saturday: My cousin had her 6th b-day party which meant cake. And other things (like pasta) that I really shouldn't be eating. Boo. All in all, this was a not so great day for eating or working out... but it was a blessing because it was filled with family, friends, and great memories. (My cousin had a "tea party" theme... Hubbs is such a great sport- he dressed in a suit and tie and played like he was the waiter to all the little girls at the party. Serving them heart shaped sandwiches and juice. My cousin kept saying "Thank you, my butler." and of course Hubbs played along, saying "You're welcome, Miss. Would you care for another?" Haha. I love that man of mine!) Though it wasn't the best day goal-wise, I'm not going to beat myself up over it because it was such a relaxing/joyous and stress-free day. Sunday: My parents have a second home near here, and they're flying in next weekend. So Sunday we spent at their place cleaning, mowing, weed eating, brushing down cob webs, washing the sheets, towels, dishes, etc. so everything will be nice for them to relax when they get in town. And it was a WORKOUT! It probably took about 6 hours, and I was sweating the entire time. Don't think I sat down all day! I'm counting it as a workout. I ate pretty clean. Not enough water, though. Today: Totally stepped up my game on BBWW. I'm doing all the reps for squats with a 25lb weight, upped push ups to 15, dumbbell rows with 17 lbs, holding the planks for 1 minute each, and doing between 50 and 100 jacks each set. I've ate really clean. Water, just OK. I could do better on that. So... if I were to sum up my progress thus far, I'd give myself a C+. It has been difficult to eat full paleo like I'd intended. I haven't had one full day of it yet. But I have been eating pretty clean. I'm still going to try- instead of changing my goal. This transition could take a little longer than 6 weeks to get down. But we're going for lifestyle changes, right? Not just 6-week increments. Choosing to love myself through the 'average' eating performance and keep striving to do better.

Sounds like it was a good week! It sounds like several of us missed one workout in week 1... (I'm on that list too!) But the important thing is we just have to start new every week, every day. Strive for our best. I think you should kick the organizer’s arse if they don't keep it going! Sounds like it's really motivating for you, and also really cool.

WAY TO GO, GAL!!!!!!!!!! I'm so excited for you/ proud of you and your hard work! You should really take a minute to reflect on all that you've got going on and all you have accomplished... I mean, you're keeping a family fed in a realy healthful way, taking care of a sick (but getting better, thankfully!) baby, juggling doctor appointments, farm stuff, workouts, errands... and that's just the tip of the iceburg! AND you're doing all that while dropping pounds and inches with a smile on your face. Dang, that's pretty freakin amazing. I'm sending you a huge "high five" over the internet! In the words of Kiwi: RAWWRRRRRRRRRRRR!!!!!