Monday, February 14, 2011

Back and better than ever

Its been a while and I've come a long way.  I've taken some time...more like been forced into taking time to examine my healthy, my lifestyle and my priorities.  I'm almost fully recovered from my back injuries and back in the gym.  I've adopted a new way of eating an whole new routine.  The car accident stirred up a lot of feeling and emotions, both good and bad.  I def think the purpose of the accident was to force me to step back from old habits and create a lifestyle to support a healthier me.

I've encorporated yoga, meditation, running, strength training, vitamins, supplements, acupuncture and chiropractic into my life while removing (well cutting down on sugar, grains, beans, soy, and dairy).  If that sounds like a full time job, it is.  Until this wk I have been unemployed and able to devote my full energy to creating my best self.  That being said the investment of my time and efforts has resulted in a healthier, clear headed, energetic self who is ready and willing to return to work and move forward with my life.  Tomorrow will be my first day on the job as the morning receptionist for a salon in n. asheville.  I'm looking forward to having some responsibility and accountability regarding something other than my personal health.  It will be fun to get dressed up every morning and great the clients as they come in for pampering.  The hours are great.  I'll be working 4 hrs a day 5 days a week so I will still have plenty of time for self care.  There is a possibility that I will take on another part time job in retail (mostly for the discount on chic clothing) but that is tbd.

My new ways have paid off in the form of 2lbs of weight lost last week.  that was very encouraging, as is the way I have been feeling.  I have lots of even keeled energy but am ready to sleep when bedtime comes because I've been staying so busy and getting the right amount of exercise.  While weight loss was not the goal it sure is a wonderful bonus and motivator, esp since I have an extra 30lbs I have been wanting to loose.  For now the idea is to include as much variety of exercise as possible and always start my day w/protein, as well as always staying hydrated.  I have also found that green tea speeds up my metabolism.  I've also replaced my evening dessert w/a cup of herbal tea to satisfy my sweet tooth.

Hope you all are taking care of yourselves and doing whatever it takes to live your best life now.  Here's to a great 2011!