Post Pregnancy Beach Belly

I love this beautiful baby belly. But now that my sweet baby is three months old, this belly is no longer filled with a baby and will (fingers crossed) transform into a bod ready for the beach. Last year I'll have to admit that I spent not even a single moment in the water. And while I just had a baby, it's time to get motivated. I feel out of breath and just super unhealthy at this point. I am so ready to tighten and tone and eventually want to run around with this little girl. I'm so hoping that this post and those to come as well as the encouragement will keep me motivated. I'm hoping to change more of myself to make myself greater.

My Health Goals 2014: Make healthier eating choices. Lose at least 10 pounds by Spring Break. Drink lots of water. Run a race. Research healthy recipes. Try those healthier recipes. Wear a little black dress. Fit in my pre-pregnancy clothes. Be able to wear my Aggie ring (issue due to swelling). Its not about looking better (as I know that my skinny jeans totally can hide my issues) but about feeling better and feeling more comfortable in my mama skin. It's not truly the number but about having a healthier lifestyle for our little growing family. Tomorrow will be my first day back in the gym. I can't explain how nervous I am. I mean hey, I ran half marathons... but now it's a challenge to walk upstairs. That will soon be no more. Thanks again in advance for the support!

Cook Yourself Thin!

As many of you may have read on Facebook, I am a fan of Cook Yourself Thin. I have seen countless episodes and love the idea of eating real food that is made with healthy ingredients. This week, I have researched recipes and am excited to add those to our meal plan. I am looking forward to spending time cooking with my husband this week and making some of these delicious dishes that won't expand our waist lines. More blogs will be posted of our favorite dishes. We will be enjoying cooking ourselves thin and living a new healthy lifestyle in 2012.