It has been a while since I have posted. I admit that the stress from the fire in our area has been a stumbling block for me. I really need a way to manage stressful situations. The problem isn't all food. A lot of it is just exhaustion from not sleeping well and so, even though I exercise, it isn't enthusiastic and isn't doing much for me (other than keeping me in the habit). I have been exercising every day, and I am back to doing it more 'enthusiastically'!! It feels good to be back on track.

IT has been raining, so I haven't been running too much outside but I have been doing my exercise classes. They have been good. I did my first weight class for my upper body today and it was tough but good. Usually I just do it myself, but it is always better with an instructor.

I have been running a little while I am out with the kids playing (on non-rainy days) and that has been good. I have taken to pulling the kids around in a stroller. There is a play area outside for the kids to ride bikes and such and I just run around it and up the driveway that is a good incline. It might not be a great workout, but it is a good one. And I always run, not speed walk, which is a challenge for me. I am starting to appreciate running a little more, although it still isn't my favorite thing and I don't think I will ever be fast at it. LOL.

I am also meeting with a friend 3 days a week, on non-rainy days to walk. We will probably do an average of 3 miles but none of it is incline. It is a good workout though and it is ALWAYS easier with a friend to distract you. :)

I did my measurements on Friday. They haven't improved at all, but they didn't get any worse either, so I feel good about that. Thank goodness. I don't think I can handle going backwards, even if I didn't work hard this last week.

This week has been good and I have been working hard. It always feels good and I always feel better after a good workout. YAY!