Monday, July 2, 2007

I'm Back!

After a good weekend where I pushed through leg soreness by swimming on Saturday and jogging yesterday in the hot, hot heat, I met with my personal trainer this morning for an incredibly exhausting workout. I had to work hard not to get sick. I did 25 minutes on the eliptical before she hobbled over to get me. We did a circuit where I had to do 1 minute of squat skates and then 1 minutes of push-ups. Holy moly, we did that 3 times. My arms felt like they were going to fall off. After that, she asks me if I could handle 15 pound weights for arm presses. Being the trooper that I am, I was all for it. Why do I get myself into these situations? The next circuit was 1 minute of jump rope and then one minute of arm presses on the ball with 15 pound weights. I don't know how I did it. I had to stop a few times and walk in place so I didn't get sick. It was really hard, but I pushed through it. We were actually suppose to do more, but that took all of our time. I felt kind of bad, usually I kick more butt than that.

I spoke with Ashley about my eating disorder and she was really supportive. She actually told me she's struggled with a similiar thing and knew exactly where to send me. I could tell she was happy that I came to her and she gave me the biggest hug and it was all I could do not to start balling right there. I am so glad I opened up to her and I can't wait to get into a clinic for further support. I want to beat this, I will beat this.

I feel awesome today. My co-worker even said I looked radiant and told me that I inspire him. What a great start to a great day!! Now if only the AC worked. :)

1 comment:

Elizabeth said...

You wished you kicked MORE butt than that? I don't know how you do it Mel. You're amazing. And I'm glad your trainer was able to help you!