I'm not a big fan of "New Year's Resolutions." I feel like anytime is a good time to make resolutions instead of waiting for a specific time of year to do it. That being said, I did set a very large goal for myself this past January: get healthy. Not just to lose weight, but to get healthy in all aspects of my life. Eat better, healthier foods, be active, take care of myself. I started the year out well and made a lot of changes to not only my diet, but the whole family's. I ordered Jillian Michael's 30 Day Shred and was excited to get started. And then we decided to put our house on the market and things became so crazy that I couldn't cope with getting the house ready, keeping the kids out of the house during showings, running a business, and being healthy all at the same time. It was just too overwhelming, and I quickly reverted back to old habits.
When we moved and got somewhat settled I decided that this was it. This was going to be the time for me to take control of my life and get back on track. We started eating better, healthier meals at home. I got Scarlett sleeping through the night and started enjoying more sleep myself. Feeling more rested made it much easier to decide that June was going to be my month for getting active and I made it a goal to make sure I got at least 30 minutes of exercise every day for the month of June. I started out strong. I get up at 5:00am 3 mornings a week and walk for 30 minutes. My goal for the other 2 weekdays and the weekends was to start doing the Couch to 5K program. I was so excited to start. For the 1st time in my life I wanted to run. I have an image in my head of Nate and I out for runs together with the kids and I wanted to make it happen. I made it one day.
One day of the Couch to 5K has left me with a bum knee and no ability to run at all. And I'm angry about it. I'm angry that now that I'm finally ready to get in shape and be healthier my body is failing me. I've still been getting up and walking, even on the weekend, and I feel good about that. But I want more and it's leaving me a little down in the dumps. I was feeling pretty sorry for myself, and even took the morning off from walking to rest my knee, which I feel even crappier about. But when I got on the scale this morning for my weekly weigh in and the numbers were down more than I ever thought possible, I decided to get my head back in the game. I may not be able to run a 5K in the time I wanted to. I may not ever be able to run a 5K. But I can still take control of things and push myself in other ways. I can do this and I will.
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That sucks! I'm sorry about your knee. Keep with the walking and take some glucosamine (sp?). It worked wonders for Jason when he was having knee problems earlier this year.
Great job on the weight loss!!!
You can do it!!!
Also, a holistic thing you can try (you can get it for a few bucks at Saharas or Bloomingfood) is Arnica gel. I swear by this stuff. Every ache, pain and bruise I have I put it on and rub and it helps!!!
I know I put this out there a lot but it works & I swear by it is acupuncture both for weight loss and pain management. I would not be able to run had I not done acupuncture all last year! If you need the number for the best lady in B-town let me know I can pass it along!
You can do it! You are so strong!
Running isn't for everyone. I can't do it. My body won't tolerate it either...hips, back, knees. I was not created to run. Find what you like and what you'll be able to do forever. You can get results with walking, biking and other activities. You'll learn how to fit it in too. I'm the goofball at the playground doing step ups and (attempting) pull ups while Katelyn plays. Don't get discouraged. Recover and keep moving! The resolution to get healthy is great. It's the right way to do things, you have the right mindset and you'll get there. Keep up the great work!
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