From this... to that! So a LOT has changed since I posted last which was roughly 9 months ago. If you’ve been following me on my journey you know I was working my ass off in the gym, I’d dropped a bunch of weight, I loved what I saw in the mirror, and my fitness and well being was my main focus. All that changed though in June when I found out I was roughly 3 months pregnant. I spent the first 3 months KILLING myself in the gym, working out three times a day, watching every little thing I ate... but no matter what I did I couldn’t lose the lower belly fat (aka the beginning of my bump). I stayed fit and active from June to August when I headed back to work at the school 6 months pregnant and feeling large. Sure I hit the gym a few days in September but eventually I was forced to cancel my gym membership so I could move and at that point I was 7 months pregnant and doing nothing but yoga occasionally because I was so uncomfortable 90% of the time. I gained a healthy amount of weight for my body size to make sure my baby was getting the nutrients she needed. On December 4th I welcomed my little girl who is the light of my whole life 💜. Now I’m here on the other side 6 weeks postpartum and once again struggling to love what I see in the mirror. Pregnancy changed your body in ways you could never imagine unless you’ve gone through it and while I’ve never been happier emotionally than I am now being a mom my self confidence and body image have suffered. I can’t help but look at the photo on the left and wish I looked like that again... but wishing doesn’t get you anywhere working hard does!! Since I had a C- Section my recovery has been longer than anticipated but I’m finally able to start light workouts again such as yoga and Pilates. Come February I hope to be getting back into a new gym, reviving my rigorous fitness routine that I enjoyed so much pre-baby, and keeping my nutrition on point so I can achieve my goals. I won’t quit until I’m a Fit Mom. LETS DO THIS!!!
