So next month will be 2 years since I had my surgery. I can't believe that it's been that Long already, and I can't believe it's been so long since my last post! I guess I've been too busy living my life ;)
So much has happened in the past year... I don't know where to start! Last September I started working out at a gym. I was matched up with a personal trainer Jenna who I started seeing 3 times a week. In 7 months she kicked my butt and pushed me to do things I never thought possible!!! Every week I was finding that I could do things I couldn't do the week before :) I started to find muscles on my body that I NEVER had before lol
Unfortunately the gym I was at closed down so now I am at another one. I'm still going at least 3 times a week and I've joined a BodyPump class which is so much fun! I've developed a bit of a running shoe and workout clothing obsession lol but I guess it could be worse :)
My son and I are doing a 10km walk-a-thon this weekend... I've been doing ALoT of walking over the past few months.... I've been training to do a half marathon with my sister Kristy which is next weekend! I'm super nervous but so excited to do it!!!
I've been able to maintain my weight... Which makes me so happy. I know I've gained muscle and lost fat which has made me stay at the same weight but I've also gone down in inches!!! At this point I'm more than happy to stay where I am for the rest of my life! My batwings are a bit more toned than before but I'm still thinking about the possibility of some skin surgeries in the future.
My eating habits haven't changed too much... I do find that some days I can eat quite a bit (but still next to nothing compared to what I use to eat) and then there are days when I can't get more than a few bites in at a time. I've started to enjoy green shakes... Still watching my protein.
I have developed an ulcer which is not fun but something I was aware could be a possibility with this surgery. It's under control now thankfully with medication. I'm trying to stick with my vitamins.. But even two years out I have a hard time keeping up with them.
I think one of my favorite things about being on this journey is being able to talk to others who are just starting and sharing my experiences. I know how thankful I was to people who helped me at the beginning!!! I have made SO many friends, online and in person. The support group that I am surrounded with is just phenomenal!!!
I love my life and the energy I now have. I was given a second chance and I don't plan on screwing it up!!!
