DIE IT!

i am on a diet. it's not as intense as my wedding diet and workout regime but i figure since i have only 8 months till we start trying and will probably want to start putting on some pre-conception padding at least 2 months or so prior to that, now is my last chance to enjoy my pre baby body in a toned and taught state. ive gained quite a bit of weight since going off the pill and post wedding overeating so i have my work more cut out for me that usual.

i know i am not not fat right now but i also don't feel like i am in my best shape. i also know that no matter how hard i work to get my post baby weight off my body will never be the same again after childbirth. i don't think it will go completely to pot but i expect to have stretch marks (i am genetically predisposed and even have them from when i developed my tiny little breast and my ample bottom at 13/14) and stretchy saggy belly and boobies. it will all be worth it and im not too sad but since i have some time in between and a few amazing experiences to get under my belt prior to this new and amazing endeavor i figure i might as well do it looking and feeling fabulous.

i love carbohydrates and i hate strict diets but in order to get these stubborn first few off i am only eating carbs with breakfast. i can have fruit or veggies and perhaps a teeny tiny serving of grains but not heavy carbs for lunch or dinner.

i am also upping the ante on my workouts. trying to amp their intensity and put on more muscle. i have a belly right now that almost makes me look like i am pregnant which is not only bumming me out because this is my last chance to look fierce but it's also kind of messing with my head.

my mother in law is in town this weekend so i will have to work hard not to drink or eat to many calories when she is taking us out. it actually might be a bit easier though since i can order items that are healthy and tend to be a bit priceyer than my ordinary fare budget.

so my weight now is about 132 and my first goal is to be about 120-125 (i was 112-116 for my wedding). we shall see how it goes. i'll keep posting my progress.