Day 3 & 4 A Lil Magic and a Date With A Pole

Hello all!!! The past few days have most definitely been active. I am truly enjoying this journey. As I said in earlier posts this is about so MUCH MORE than losing weight. This all started a few weeks ago when I realized I truly did not like the way I looked in my  clothes. However I realized that it was more than just shedding the pounds it was about having a positive body image. When we have a healthy body image our mind and body work together as a team to support us in our daily lives.

What we see in the mirror is not always accurate. Often times our negative image of ourselves is distorted. Changing  how we physically look can not only help us feel better about our bodies, but focusing on having a healthier body image will help us to have a connection with the body and the mind. Simply starting to take walks can make you feel better , and increase energy levels. IN ADDITION it's a great way to clear your head and IT'S FREE!!

In addition to exercise changing our diet can have a huge impact on how we feel. My personal goal is to treat my body with a little R.E.S.P.E.C.T.  I will not force it to process unhealthy products such as large amounts of fats and excessive sweets. I will focus on getting the sufficient amount of sleep and I will set reasonable goals for myself.

WITH THAT SAID  LET'S TALK ABOUT DAY 3 & 4 !!

By day 3 my body was pretty sore! I thought this would be a good day to take a break. So I decided to have a Girls Night Out. Nothing better than a little MAGIC to help you relax!!! We went to see Magic Mike and I admit I did make a few unhealthy eating decisions. It's something about that movie theater popcorn that get's me every time. I did not indulge though instead of having the medium drink with free refills and a popcorn to myself, the three of us decided to share that. I am already on the road to understanding the whole moderation thing. ( So that's what those mini cups are for lol!)

Day 4 WELL that was a different beast. With moving to Denver along came some other things HAIR LOSS.  My hair has always been something I was proud of , so with it barely here now I have been feeling a little UNSEXY.  Day 4 was centered around finding an activity that would make me feel sexy. I looked at the gym agenda and first thought was ZUMBA!!!! then I looked right below it and saw Date With a Pole a pole fitness class.  

My idea behind this was I would take it easy on my body on day #4 and have a little fun. BOY WAS I WRONG!!!!!! I got into class and it did everything but make me feel sexy, but I had tons of fun. That work out was amazing and I never realized how hard the whole pole thing really was . Apparently its purpose is for so much more than adult entertainment. It is a work out, people compete, this is pretty serious business. At the end of the class I got much more of a work out than I expected. 

Today is Day #5 I already have more energy. I am hoping my body will get used to the work outs and not be so sore. I think today I will do just a little cardio on the treadmill and not push myself. I am determined to replace this pouch with a six pack!! Most importantly by the end of this journey I hope I learn how to truly respect my body for where it is no matter what the scale says ! Here is to a healthier mind and healthier body! Yayyyy Me.