Life on the Losers Bench

I've been thinking about it for a long time. Every day I think about how much more time I'm willing to let slip by living my life in a way that doesn't make me happy. Why have I been okay with this for SO long? Well, really- I haven't been okay with it but I have made enough excuses to satisfy myself. Until recently.

Though my decision to have Gastric Bypass surgery hasn't been a hasty one, actually getting the process going has been a recent decision. Much thought, and research, has gone into making up my mind to do it. At first, I didn't want to tell anyone about it, save my husband and parents. Everyone who goes through this needs to have a good support system. This is a life changing event and I came to the decision today that the support I will need for the long haul will need to come not just from my husband and parents, but also the other people in my life. My friends will need to know so that they understand what my eating habits must be when we are together. My life will change, it will be important for those who care about me to understand that.

So, here will be the story of my journey as I travel along its path, the path to the Losers Bench.

2/23/2011

Searching for the Thinner Inner

Walking on my treadmill has been utterly boring. I've been trying to do 30min/day, 3 days a week. But let's face it, just walking isn't going to get me where I need to be. I'm still experiencing some pain from my September MCL tear so I need to keep working on strengthening my knee as well as doing some toning exercises. I have a Wii fit to which I love but don't do as much as I could because I'm alone and again, it can be boring. I need people. I need the occasional, "atta girl". I've thought about joining Curves for years but hey, I'm lazy and have no energy.

Well, today I sucked it up, got in the truck, drove the whole 3 miles to Curves and signed up! I start tomorrow. I have to say I'm rather excited. The people there are awesome and it is very affordable. So, my fitness journey officially begins...
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  1. Lisa SzmytFebruary 23, 2011 at 9:30 PM

    You should be proud of yourself. Good for you.

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  2. KarenFebruary 24, 2011 at 9:48 AM

    Thanks Lisa :0)

    Had my first workout today, it really was rather invigorating! A good workout without overdoing it. Curves has a nice circuit that includes stretching exercises/equipment for the cool down part.

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