i want my body back

I've waited, I've been patient, but now, after almost 3 1/2 months since giving birth, I want my body back. People, not only do I have a 12K race in August and two weddings to attend in October, bikini season is around the corner. And aside from the pancake-butt and bat wing-arms I need to address, I've decided my mental and emotional states need boosting too. All work (read: baby) and no play (read: my previous life) make Anja a dull girl. 

Here's how I plan to execute this much-needed mommy makeover:

1) Get in shape. Hide the New York Super Fudge Chunk, hand me my dumbbells, let's do this. I've been going to some post-natal aerobics classes (see photo above for a spot-on representation) but it's time for the big-wheel stroller to meet the bike path.

2) Eat better. Rice pudding and ice cream don't count as food groups. And bread, oh god, the bread. Get it away from me! (I say this now until morning comes and my peanut butter toast is not next to my coffee.)

3) Book a massage. I've never had a massage in my life and think it's about darn time. Extra oil, please.

4) Say it with me now: HYGIENE! What happened to the days when I showered, flossed, and washed my face before bed? I'm taking 'em back!

5) Use my brain. I'm determined to get through the stack of books on my bedside table. This means keeping my eyes open past 9 PM. Wish me luck.

Comments

[Jenious]

I adore this photo! I think you should start with #3, sounds lovely.

[The Duo Dishes]

Good luck with all of these things. You can do it!

[Rachel @ MWF Seeking BFF]

I need this exact same makeover. I'm not a mommy, but I have some post-wedding weight to lose, and some life refocusing to attend to as well...I'm feeling a bit all-work and no play myself! (although my work is so much less cute than a baby and doesn't coo. Although it doesn't pee on me either.)

Anyway, I like the breakdown here. Especially the reminder that its about brain as well. Getting through my pile of books would be heavenly.

[Christina]

I had a terrible time in those mama baby exercise classes, I am excited for you to go stroller jogging. We don't have a jogging stroller but occasionally on a walk to the park I decide that I just want to get there FASTER and jog anyway. Feels so good and I know the Little one likes it. Your plan is a good one. Don't be hard on yourself if it doesn't all happen at once. Small sustainable changes. : )