It occurred to me this morning that I have not posted in a while. To be fair, I've been a busy little pixie.
Festival is finally over, and I am almost recovered. Almost. However, I've been full-tilt going to rehearsals for Midsummer every night. Then, there's aerial class. AND after Midsummer ends this weekend, I am hoping to start taking more classes with Portico and eventually become a company member. I really miss dancing, and the more I watch them, the more I want to fully be a part of what they do.
I'm still struggling with losing the last 8lbs I have left. However, the muscle tone I'm gaining from my workouts more than makes up for it!
I broke down and bought a barbell. The barbell was 12.5lbs, and carrying it to the checkout station was a challenge, so I decided I would start with that and purchase weights as needed. I increased my weight for the first time last week for a total of 17.5lbs. I think I'll need to go up 5lbs more by Saturday!
I'm really enjoying lifting. I love deadlifts (Romanian and stiff legged) and the Pendaly Row. It's challenging, and something I thought I would never be able to do. But I can! And I am stronger for it. Bentover Barbell Row and I are having some issues, though. You never really know how weak your back muscles truly are until you've done that move for the first time. Oy.
Oh! Oh! Also, I'm up to 4 pull-ups in one set! Um. Yes! I AM MIGHTY!!!! AND I can do 5 full pushups in one set! Crazy talk!
I love the energy that working out on a regular basis has given me. I'm not tired all the time, AND I'm not a raging bitch 3/4 of the time. I'm also loving the way I look in the mirror. I still have some cellulite around the booty and thighs to get rid of, but I don't jiggle when I walk anymore.
I'm still over the moon for Fitocracy. I'm stunned by how supportive the community is. And there are so many inspiring stories! If you're a fitness enthusiast and you haven't checked it out, please do! I'm LibasaurusRex, and I'll follow back :)
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