First, let me clear up that my intention is not to talk about giving it all up in the name of self realization nor trying to tuck it all in until they pry our metabolife from our cold, dead hands.
I just want to talk about some of our experiences, tips and angst regarding motherhood, aging and trying to maintain a semblance of our physical selves.
For me, this issue comes with baggage. Weight loss rules supreme in my large, matriarchal family. My mom, 64, uses protein shakes and cigarettes to stay trim. My aunt has laxative induced encopresis. I have been fat and skinny, with my extended family vastly preferring skinny regardless of the process.
My husband is amazing in this regard and could care less.
That being said, my experience is that I gained weight more easily 35+ and have a harder time losing it. I have great cardiovascular stamina and just did 100 squats easy today, but my figure isn’t what it used to be. I have been increasing my work outs but it is not enough. I am going to have to commit to a bit of life long calorie restriction or accept being about 10 pounds over my ideal weight (as noted by insurance/ bmi/ etc.)
I’m on the fence regarding which direction I will go. I am not going to ‘diet’ for the next 40 years. But, gaining weight, even at ¼ lb a month, will not end well for me.
I am thinking of giving up alcohol to address the extra calories and impulse eating.
The only thing I know for sure is that I hope to never mention any of this shite to LO. I do not want her ever thinking that the number on a scale should dictate her day.
What about you?
How’s it going?