Yesterday I had my 6 week appointment. Wow. Just 6 weeks ago, Bennett was still inside of me, kicking away, making me pee every 5 minutes due to using my bladder as a bed. Now that he’s out though, pregnancy seems like a completely different lifetime. 6 weeks seems like forever but in reality, it is a very small amount of time.

I had a very good feeling that everything would go well at my appointment so I went to the YMCA and reactivated my gym membership the day before.

1st step. Reactivate membership. 2nd step. Take a trip to Dick’s sporting goods for a new sports bra. Now ladies, we all know that a good sports bra can make or break a workout. I have always been a lover of Under Armour sports bra but dang… they are expensive. I went in knowing that I would be spending around $50 bucks for 1 bra. I don’t even spend that on jeans!

I found an amazing Under Armour sports bra that is designed in a way that I can still nurse Mr. B at the last minute if necessary. It zips in the front so I’m not stuck trying to get something off over my head etc.

https://www.underarmour.com/en-us/armour-bra-protege-d-cup/pid1236592-001

^Check it out. I highly recommend it.

Step 3. Actually workout.

I asked Patrick if he would watch Mr. B while I worked out this morning and he agreed. At the last minute I changed my mind and convinced him to go on a run with me on the greenway. It was slightly chilly but since family time is a precious gem in my eyes, I like to do as much as possible together. We all got dressed, packed up and headed out for a small family adventure. I’ve never ran on the greenway before but let me tell you, it is BEAUTIFUL. It was full of runners, bikers, smiles and hello’s. I told Patrick not to laugh at me as this was the first time I was attempting to run in months. I knew I would be slow and probably pretty funny looking.

We started at a brisk walk and then I decided, ok it’s time. I picked up the pace to a slow jog. I’m pretty sure the turtles were going faster than me but at least I was moving. We would walk then jog and slowly but surely, I was able to run a little bit faster and for longer spurts as my body readjusted to the movements.

It felt amazing. I forgot how much I love the feeling I get from running. With the pavement under my shoes, my husband and Bennett beside me, it was absolutely perfect. Today was the first step for me getting back in shape and it felt great.

I ran a half marathon in 2010. It was hard, took time and dedication but the feeling I got when I crossed the finish line is hard to put into words.

13.1 miles back in 2010

 

First run post pregnancy. 2 mile walk/run.

^The hubby would let me run and then catch up to me at a faster pace

Entering the greenway.

Heading home. I did it. 🙂

Today was just the start. Being in shape took on an entirely different meaning once Bennett came. I want to be in shape so I can enjoy being a mom. I want to run and play with him as he gets older and have the energy to keep up. I’m excited. The past year I grew a human which was amazing. Now I’m excited to get back in shape and see what else my body can do. Maybe a few 5k’s that work up to another half? Who knows. All I know is that you gotta start somewhere.