Um..this is new.

Someone used the word "athletic" to describe me today. That has to be a first. Even when I was wrestling, I wasn't athletic, per se.

I started working out with a new trainer today. She's really cool, I had a good time! She actually said she wants me to be her workout buddy outside of our sessions since I can keep up with her and push myself as hard as I can. She took me through an awesome leg workout today and focused on using each muscle group in a workout, which I loved. She says I can look like a trainer very soon and very easily if I keep it up and eat right. Given my current weight, she says I should only go down to about 150 if I want to be toned. That means losing about 10 lbs, which puts me right where I want to be.

I've decided I am going to take a class for my personal training certification once I hit my target. This whole experience has been amazing and I still can't believe how far I have come! My heart absolutely goes out to people struggling with their weight and I want more than anything to help them. If I can do it, I strongly believe EVERYONE can. I've gone from a size 16 to a comfortable 10 (very uncomfortable 8). I can keep up with personal trainers in their own workout routine (and out jump rope them!). I have participated in 2 5Ks. I never thought those things were possible once I gained weight. I want to help people do the same!

Before and Halfway There!

Shield your eyes for the before picture. It's truly horrifying.

So close, no cigars please

I just squeezed my ass into a pair of 8s. It wasn't pretty, but they zipped. Epic muffin top ensued.

Weight: 158
Mood: excited to get back to the gym after being sick for a month.