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I’ve actually been looking forward to my workouts! This is historic, y’all. Unheard of.

When we last left off, I was just starting to get into the groove of working out and watching what I eat. This week, my weight hasn’t really seemed to change much, but I’m optimistic because I feel much more strong, energetic and tall than I have in years. I see muscle definition eeking its way out, which only strengthens my resolve to lose the cushion that hides its muscle-y glory.

The Workouts:
Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday - circuit training with Tiger
Long walks, but no real action, on other days.

I have to say it’s a first for me, to be enjoying my workouts so much. I used to dread them, and work myself up into a fit of doom and gloom before going. I used to start fights with Mr. Meatball on the way to the gym, because I was so insolent and ornery. Looking back, I think it was because I hated working out like that. In a gym. Claustrophobic. Feeling lost and weak and bored and stifled.

We’ve been working out near the Rose Bowl in a gorgeous field with hiking trails all around us. The space, the light, the fresh air, the nature and the sky all feed into my workouts and help me feel happier, cleaner and healthier than anywhere I’ve ever exercised.

The way we exercise helps too. I mentioned last time that we do a lot of circuit training, meaning that we’re constantly moving from one exercise to the next…. no time to get bored! Plus, Tiger brought in a mini-trampoline for us to play with this week. How fun is that? I highly recommend rebounding to anyone who loves to bounce and giggle their way to fitness! Otherwise, the only equipment we use are yogamats, resistance bands and kettle bells… or our own body weight as resistance.

Of course, it helps to have a leader. Tiger is excellent at watching my form, keeping me motivated, and is just fun to be with. I feel so much more on track, when someone else is in charge. She’s also trained in personality typing, so she’s going to help us understand ourselves more as people… I’m really excited!

One landmark moment: I was having a horrible, depressing day last Tuesday, and our workout at 3pm really turned my mood around and I saw firsthand, what an amazing tension relief it can be. If I can just learn to sub workouts for comfort food, I might really be onto something long term change-wise!

The Food:
This week has been a bit harder on the food side, but I’m still doing much better with moderation and smart choices. We had two wine and cheese functions - ouch. But mostly I’ve been pretty happy with my intake, and even more happy with the healthy mindset with which I’m approaching meals. I’ve been much less focused on and/or worried about food, which is a true landmark in itself.

I am constantly craving beer, though. What does that mean?

We’ve been eating a lot of fresh avocados from our backyard. Healthy fat? Yeah, that’s what I keep telling myself.

With my birthday this Friday and MaPo’s wedding next Friday, I really want to step it up with the weight loss so I’m going to be extra vigilant over the next 10 days. Wish me luck!

How’s it going with your Flab to Fab wed-solution? Any great discoveries, revelations or recipes to share?