Four weeks ago I began what I like to think of as a new chapter in my life. For those of you who have been reading what few posts have actually made it to this blog, you may recall this post. And shortly after, I wrote this post. I am sad to say that as determined as I was I did not go cold turkey with what my friends and I now refer to as "The Meagan Diet" on May 1. However, I can still say that I am 10lbs lighter than I was that day at my Dr. appt. So that just goes to show that even small changes in your diet can have a big impact without you even realizing it.
Anyway, back to the new chapter in my life. Four weeks ago is actually significant for two reasons. First of all I turned the big 3-0. I don't think this milestone warrants much more explanation; although, some great friends helped make it a super special day! The story is definitely blogworthy and I promise to write about it later. Second of all, three days after my birthday, I attended my first boot camp class. If you have not heard of boot camp, let me give you a brief explanation. It is four weeks of high intensity, kick your butt, make you sore in places you never thought possible work outs. I LOVE IT!! And I want to give a big shout out to my friend Abbie for inviting me to sign up and do it with her. We signed up for three days a week, but you can also sign up for 4 or 5 days a week. The classes are 45 min long and offered several times a day at various locations. You can go whenever and wherever its convenient for you. The one Abbie and I do is on our lunch break at Pump It Up, here in Mobile. Don't let the pictures fool you. Those inflatables that my 3 year old would jump in for hours are not that fun when you've got a trainer pushing you!!!
But I have to say, the results speak for themselves. In four weeks I have lost a total of 9 inches!! My clothes fit better (and bigger!!). I feel like I have more energy and I can tell that my endurance is building up with each class. Another reason I find myself attracted to this boot camp thing is that I love seeing so many different women (and some men) with different body shapes, sizes, and athletic ability come together with a common goal and really encourage each other. I have made friends these past four weeks I wouldn't have made otherwise. Oh - and I forgot to mention that when you sign up you also get nutritional counseling. It sounds corny but it really is a lifestyle change. I signed up for the next session the other day when I went for my assessment. It doesn't start until July 12 and I just know I'm gonna miss it next week.
If you live on the Gulf Coast and are interested go to http://www.bodiesbycindy.com/ and check it out!!!
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