Working Off that Baby Chub

Well, I was released for physical activity at 5 weeks, so since then I have been running, although I have struggled to keep a regular routine with having a small newborn.  Matt has been great to watch Isabella while I go out...but I find myself lonely running (I never was before!) and it is getting dark earlier.

Matt and I regularly went to LA. Fitness prior to getting pregnant and I continued to go through my second trimester.  We did a rotating routine of lifting, legs, and running and cycling (I did pool work during the pregnancy).

I like going there, they have great classes, they have free childcare (or else it is only like $5.00 a month), they have a pool I can do laps in, and the equipment and locker rooms are always spotlessly clean (I am not a fan of germies from other random strangers).

I have recently discovered Zumba with my 'sister' Lindsay.  It is TOOOOO fun! ha ha ha.  Now, I am athletic by nature-I always have been- from dance to running to basketball.  Zumba however is a challenge for me and I like that it is a NEW challenge, as I find myself getting bored with the 'same ol' thing'.

I'm happy with my weight loss progress- I have lost 32 pounds since having baby Isabella, now I am ready to work on toning and my health.  Since she was born I have been eating muuuuch better.  It is funny how you don't crave the junky foods any more :).  I would like to continue to loose a few more pounds and tone up again- it was kinda scary how flabby my stomach was after giving birth (Ok, I get I just had a baby, but please respect that it is something I am not used to).

I'm not sure exactly what I want my routine to look like, but I think that with the success we have had following our cleaning schedule as a team, I am thinking that I need to create a workout schedule, so I can have another list to "check things off on."  And so I can add another calendar to the fridge. ;)  I want my schedule to be varied and fun- not like a job.  I have had several suggestions on what to incorporate, but more suggestions would definitely be welcome! :)

I will continue to post about my progress- maybe having my plan out there will be even more motivation for achieving my goals. :)

Keep asking me how my workout schedule is going.  I have set a definite goal so far- to start running road races again.  I miss them, they are fun, and its a good environment to be in, plus the health benefits are superb.