Okey-dokey...I've officially begun, even though I haven't managed to post pics yet. I'll figure that out by the deadline, though!
About me: I'm 39 yo and work from home as a part-time freelance writer and full-time mom. (Is there any other way to be a mom?)
I started a lifting program last spring, got sidetracked, and then gave up exercising pretty much entirely from October through the end of 2008 in order to spend ALL my extra time writing. I got the book finished (a children's book requested by an agent, sent out only two weeks ago; now I'm anxiously waiting to hear from him...) but I also gained about ten pounds, lost muscle, and my energy plummeted. Not a good long-term strategy!
I visited my sister, Celestialmom
, over Christmas and got very inspired. Man, she's in shape! But the coolest thing isn't how she looks, it's the way her energy and mood have both jumped up a few notches. I'm stoked to start anew and get myself strong and healthy.
Fitness Goals for 2009:
- Follow the NROLFW plans and MAKE TIME to lift 2-3 times a week.
- Walk 90 min/week. (The dogs voted for this one!)
- Track what I eat as the first step toward moving toward a healthier, more balanced diet.
- Keep a positive mindset: instead restricting calories or foods (triggers for unhealthy eating habits for me), focus on feeding myself nutritious and delicious foods for better energy, health, and satisfaction.
~Cheryl