Weights, Shakes & Playdates

For the first time in my seven training sessions, I am admitting that I am looking forard to my session tonight. I really feel a sense of accomplishment after the weight training - I can physically see the progress I am making (with the weights increasing). And as hard as it is and as much as I sweat, it feels good. Maybe now that I've admitted that, FT will increase my workout, as perhaps it should not ever 'feel good', but so be it. At least the dread factor isn't playing tonight.

I have tried to improve my nutrition, primarily my protein. And thanks to Cheryl, I am sucking down an EAS carb control protein shake. Not too bad. DEFINITELY better than the powder ones I could not ingest last week.

A side benefit to this whole process is that I have found a great friend in Cheryl. We are similar -stay at home moms trying to make it through a grueling but fabulous makeover. So it has been really nice getting to know her a bit. When I walked into the Finalist Interview a few weeks ago, we instantly recognized each other. Apparently we're in the same mother's group and have briefly met on an occasion or two. Who knew that a few weeks later we'd see each other 4-5 days a week and meet up for playdates at the park? We are definitely forming a bond (sweat bond or not - still good stuff!) which is fun and will last a long time. I expect that we'll continue to meet up and encourage each other to 'stick with it' once the official makeover is done.

So that's my day today - weights, shakes and playdates!