So why is losing weight so hard after having a baby?? Before Payton I could lose 5lbs pretty fast and could maintain my weight no problem. When I got pregnant I was at my lowest weight I had been since high school. I was training for a half marathon and cutting out a lot if soda (didn't know I was pregnant). During pregnancy, I gained 33 pounds (if I remember correctly lol). The first 20 fell off pretty much immediately. But those 13 pounds are killing me!!! Since I had a c-section my recovery took a little longer. But after the doctor said ok to working out- I was at the gym! However, for the past 2 months I have struggled getting motivated to work out. Why? 1. I HATE running lol. But for me it is what makes me lose weight and feel great. And I would rather run than swim or bike. 2. I love food. I love junk food to be specific haha. Seriously, I am not a health nut when it comes to food. It is something I definitely have to work on and put effort into. 3. Payton- it is hard to get someone to watch her to go to the gym. And right now it being so cold- I don't want to run outside! Now, I know these are all bad excuses but they are my excuses none the less. Anyways... My point to this ramble about my weight is this: I am starting to workout again consistently! YAY! And I have learned a few things (simple and obvious things): Working out gives me energy!! And with a 1 year old and two part time jobs- I need energy! Second, working out is one way I talk to God. I love listening to some good worship music and talk to my Daddy while I run! Its always hard for me to be still and focus but running does just that! Finally, its treating my body like a temple of the Lord. It's simple, yes. But sometimes I don't treat the healthy body the Lord has given me like I should. I have never really struggled with body image until recently and the Lord has been convicting me of how I have been treating myself (eating badly and not running). I realize when I am tired and down on how I look- the devil seems to creep in and start telling me all sorts of lies. So thats what I have been focussing on lately- treating my body right. And really digging into scripture about how God sees me as His child! Saw these two pics on Pinterest and thought they were good!
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