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And here is where I blink in disbelief. I had surgery 3 months ago. I dropped an unheard of 5 lbs in a day due to a side affect that was extremely unpleasant, only to have that foiled. Not only foiled, but entirely run over and now I'm beyond the 5 lbs lost and into...this.
This skin is not something I'm comfortable in. At times, I feel like it fits well and I look good in it. And then I remember that, no, I am not in very good shape, even if round is a shape, it's not one I ever desired for myself.
I'm starting all over again with fitness. It's like having to re-learn everything.
When I started martial arts 14 years ago, I trained 2 hours a night, 4 days a week. I was a mascot for my school, I walked everywhere. I could kick your ass and not even blink.
14 years and 70 lbs later... I am having a hard time wrapping my head around the fact that my 5'1" frame can hold an extra 70 lbs. I like to think that I could kick your ass, and for many of my friends, that aura still rings true. But I can barely lift a coffee cup without some pain. I can't run or jump or dance because the jarring affect it has on my arm. I am just now starting to walk again. (not that I couldn't, I mean as a way of recreation). I am going insane that I can't do the things I have always enjoyed. I love dancing and karate - can't do either right now. Hell, WRITING is a painful chore.
Anyone got anything for me? I'm running a blank here. Half tempted to grab a lawn chair and take up a semi permanent residence in front of the fridge. But there are better things on TV so I don't.
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I'm mid way in my journey and trying to loose small increments for more attainable goals. I understand not being able to do the things that you once could do, and your mind doesn't understand how your body doesn't want to go along with the program.
I sustained a severe ankle injury and was leary to do much. When I first started I got a good recumbant bike for my house and rode it every night. I put it in front of my computer and would ride while working or playing games, etc. I found that I could evenutally ride faster and harder. I then moved to a fit class with my doctor and water aerobics. Now, I'm working out at a gym, doing the treadmill and elliptical and of course still the bike and some weights for those flabby arms. I understand the pain and working through it, my ankle hurts everyday, but I'm hoping that it will be easier as the weight drops.
The important thing is don't compare yourself to others, including the you that you used to be, you have to work with the you that you are now! Hang in there, you didn't gain the weight in a month and you won't loose it that quickly either. It's about everyday....good luck and push on!
18 Jun 14 by member: RBaird
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