I mean I remember when I could knock out a 7-minute mile and my back never ached. Last night on my run, which I think my grandmother could have run faster than I felt like I did, my body was screaming at me. My knees ached, my back was killing me and every step seemed to take another year off me. Running used to be my solace, my stress relief, my freedom, what happened?
Seems like when I hit the big 30 my body just stopped. Metabolism stopped, hips widened, stomach flabbed up... Just one big hot mess! My workouts didn't change, my diet had been a little off but not so much that I have gained more than I would like to admit. I mean I heard that things slow down after 30, but I was hoping they meant life, not my freaking body!I asked for thoughts on this subject and someone pointed out the inundation of stress in my life as of late. Ah yes, that little bugger.... in the form of moving, the Big D, buying a house, new puppy and more responsibility at work... Yes those things.... darn those things. I also was told perhaps my iron was low. Ah iron... I have been known to be anemic. So, let's put that on the list. Someone also pointed out that perhaps its was my BC. Hmmm, perhaps... I know some kinds can cause weight gain, but I am pretty sure that is mostly a myth. And last but not least, it was kindly pointed out to me that I sit.... all.day.long. Hmph.... Yup, I sit in a chair all day and look at the computer and type. Yes I try to get up and move every so often, but I'm pretty much sedentary. Doesn't do much to keep the ole metabolism going... So sum it all up... my life sucks? Haha... No
Life is just in a transition period. I am being required to rethink and reform habits. I have to reevaluate what works for me, what is important and develop new routines. I no longer have someone who makes my egg whites and turkey bacon while I get ready or eats healthy with me. I have to do all these things on my own and let me tell you its much easier to just eat cereal (guilty this morning when I had plenty of time to make said egg whites and turkey bacon).
Has anyone else fought this battle? What have you done that has helped you kickstart your life again after a stressful bout?
Girl been there. Its hard to get into a new routine. What helped me was trying something ENTIRELY new...bar method. It completely changed my life. Maybe try something completely new to you
ReplyDeleteOh sweet friend how many times have I posted about this?!?! Part of me feels lucky I've had to wait until 30 to experience what other girls did in college and high school, but now I feel sooo unprepared. Now, food is work and thinking not fun and whatever!
ReplyDeleteBring in some yoga, still a great workout but not hard on the joints.
xoxo
Totally agree with P!nky - yoga does wonders for the muscles and makes your whole body look longer and leaner (while also helping you relax and de-stress too!) I'm not sure what BC you are on, but I took one one time that did make me gain about 5 pounds within the first couple of weeks. You can bet I got off that particular BC asap. So, it's possible that yours could be messing with your metabolism. Maybe ask your doctor about it. I've always been told that the lower estrogen ones are better and have less affect on your hormones!!!
ReplyDeleteThirty was just ugh. Between this law thing & life I feel I slowed down too. I try to go to Zumba to atleast enjoy working out. I also try to avoid over planning because that just caused more stress when things didn't occur at the time I wanted them too. Everything will work out!!!! :)
ReplyDeleteThis was actually hilarious and enjoyable!!!! Yep, age just takes over our bodies and lets us know who's in control...UGH!!!!
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ReplyDeleteAw, that's alright. Age IS a sign of maturity. Those little ailments are a sign of something else though, like a condition. Which is not to say that you should fret; there are health service providers all around and stuff, heheh. So you know, just keep on going. Here's to more years of contemplation ahead!
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