Does slow and steady really win the race?

So, this year kind of got off to a rough start. Between my husband, stepdaughter, and I being sick, that has not left me much time to really get my butt in gear. I missed a good week and a half of boot camp, and haven't been able to run as much as I would have liked, but I am slowly getting back into the swing of things. I've gone to 3 consecutive boot camp classes now (WOO HOO!!!) and I have to say, they are starting to get easier. Well, now that I say that, I've have just jinxed myself... Great. I'm starting to eat a little better, but still feel like I'm not making much progress. I guess if I didn't feel so tired after work most days, I would be farther along in my journey. I'm sure most people feel that way. I don't want to start making excuses for myself, either. I still struggle with myself on a daily basis. Part of me is screaming, "GO FOR THE ICE CREAM!!", while the other half is like, "Those carrots look pretty good." Honestly, I have never chosen carrots over ice cream, which is probably why I'm in the predicament I'm in. I LOVE FOOD!!! It's no secret. It sucks for my size 16 jeans, though. That's depressing... Well, I guess that's my cue to sign off. I think I hear a salad calling my name.

And so it begins...

For years, I have struggled with my weight. Constantly up and down, like a roller coaster that just will not stop. As much as love roller coasters, I've had just about enough of this one. Compared to other people, my struggle may not seem like it's a big deal, and it's probably not, but for some reason, I can't seem to feel good about how I look. There are days when I'm glad I have to wear scrubs for work, so people can't tell how big I really am. 187...... The heaviest I have ever been in my life. It's saddening for me to think that not too long ago, I was in shape and super active. I played three sports in high school and was still very active, even when I started college. I guess time and stress have taken its toll on this body. Well, it's time to take it back!

With the help of some amazing friends, an incredible husband (no, Brian did not hack my blog! :) ), and the promise of a better and brighter future, I have made a commitment to get myself back to my former glory. I decided to include some before pictures as motivation, not just for me, but for the mere fact that I'm sure y'all don't really want to look at my fat behind and big gut! Also, I promise not to post those cheesy before and after pictures. Those things can make anyone look like a supermodel, with the right lighting and awkward poses. Ha ha ha! Anyways, here goes nothing.....

Wow, that's embarrassing! It looks like my bellybutton is eating my shirt! :D Om nom nom nom........... Okay, I'm getting off topic. So, I did start some exercising with my friends. We signed up for a boot camp and had our first class last Tuesday. Honestly, it kicked my ass! I am way more out of shape than I thought I was. I was really mad when I couldn't make it to our second class, but also a little relieved. I had overdone it so much, I had a hard time moving, even breathing. And with being on my feet for 8 hours a day, constantly moving, I was in a bad spot for healing. Well, with our second week approaching, I have healed enough and am ready to push through. We have two bootcamp sessions this week and I'm trying to work in a few days of running, too. I'll let y'all know how this week goes!