My Health Journey

As I type this post I am pedaling on the stationary bike at the gym. I've put off writing about this part of my journey for quite some time now, but it's time to push forward literally and physically. Before pregnancy I was at my heaviest weight of 220 lbs. I knew that I wanted to be healthier and be a better version of myself. Talking about food and food issues is HARD! Losing weight is even harder. Being consistent in a good life plan for this part of life is extremely challenging. I lost about 25 lbs. before getting pregnant. I didn't think I would get pregnant so quickly so I thought I would have more time to get to an ideal weight. I didn't, and I gained even more weight pregnant and got up to 250 lbs. I have no regrets, and I'm sure if I did it all again I would be in the same place. I had a very healthy pregnancy and baby boy whom I love and cherish dearly. 

I am learning over and over again to have grace and confidence in myself in whole new ways. One of the core values at The Cupcake Girls where I work is to pursue holistic balance. Sometimes this balance is relaxed and rejuvenating. And sometimes this balance is to go to the gym and get some much needed health, mind and body therapy! My friends this part of my journey five months postpartum is not easy in any way. Sometimes I feel extremely motivated and sometimes I want to rip up every piece of clothes I used to wear that don't fit just right. Sometimes I feel super confident and love the journey my body has been on and is going through but sometimes I feel self conscious and judgmental of almost every part. It's a battle. I don't want to quit. I am full force showing up in the arena each day. Because let's be real, 2 hours of childcare is also a sweet retreat to any new or experienced mom. I can have focused gym time and even better 1-1 time with my family.

If you are on your own health journey my friend I am walking with you! You are strong and beautiful! You are fierce and vibrant! You are a force that cannot be shaken! As I grow in grace my myself and my body as I fight for better health, I hope you will join me in doing the same for yourself. Grace upon grace upon grace does you and your body good.