This post, as well as many to come, is especially for any new moms or any mom that is looking to get back in shape! As an instructor and trainer, I've heard many women say -I'll never have a flat stomach again after having kids... Well, here is my journey on 'getting it back.' And to me, it's not just about looking great again, it's achieving a healthy body and maintaining a healthy mind in the process. Working, taking care of a baby and of course managing a home is a lot to do each day- Then add in a couple workouts during the week. So a large part of the process is building mental strength and balance as well.
Today was the first day of logging my workouts again. It's officially 7 weeks after delivery and I had a great workout with Jim. The one thing I have learned very quickly is that I can't let my own competitive self get disappointed that I am not as strong as I was before I got pregnant or even before I delivered. I have never taken a whole month off from working out...let alone had a surgery to recover from. So it is humbling as a fitness professional to step back and look at all that I have now and what I am going gain back in the coming weeks/months! It is very exciting and motivating!
Of course my nutrition is back on course as well! The process is two fold- need to workout consistently and eat clean. I am monitoring my food choices to keep me strong and eliminating the 'empty calories.' It's true that I am generally one who eats 'clean' but it's easy to justify a few 'empty' calories when you are pregnant or just after delivery since a lot of weight came off without much 'effort' in the gym those first couple weeks.
By the way, HPC offers nutrition seminars. Check out the website for description and contact us for more details. The 2010 calendar kicks of Sunday, February 7th.
Have a great & healthy day!
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