Triumphs, Tears, and Squats: My Rollercoaster Journey to Fitness!

Back to Square One... and Loving It?

Last night, I dusted off my running shoes (literally) and hit the pavement with Charlie, my dog and running partner! It felt like déjà vu, but less dreamy and more "Did I seriously used to do this voluntarily?" I almost cried, not because of the physical pain, but because running two miles felt like climbing Mount Everest.

Remember when my shins screamed bloody murder? Yeah, they're at it again. Time to bust out those superhero compression socks! It's like giving my legs a tight, comforting hug.

But hey, despite the struggle, I finished those 2 miles. Victory dance, anyone? 🎉

Squats at the Crack of Dawn

Fast forward to this morning: 4:30 am wakeup call for a 5:30 am gym session. Kristen joined me (well, I joined her!) for a Wayne workout, and if Wayne had suggested one more squat, I might have toppled like a Jenga tower. Note to self: squats are great, but moderation, Wayne, moderation!

You know what's awesome, though? That post-workout glow. Sure, it's brutal waking up, but the feeling of accomplishment makes it all worth it.

Meal Prep: Because Adulting

Sunday was all about meal prep, AKA my secret weapon against hangry meltdowns. Chicken stir fry and low-carb chicken enchiladas are now starring in my own culinary show. Having ready-to-go meals is my lifesaver when chaos ensues, and I have no idea when my next bite of food will be.

Emily, My Fitness Guru and Guardian Angel

Let's talk about Emily from Pulse Fitness. She's like my fitness fairy godmother, waving her wand of accountability. I send her my weekly escapades, and she, in return, sends back gems of wisdom to level up for the next week. Emily, you rock!

Prayer Emoji: Activated

As I gear up for another week of triumphs, tears, and probably more squats, I'm throwing out a virtual prayer request. Send good vibes, good thoughts, or just a sympathetic nod my way. We got this, right?

Here's to another week of conquering the fitness game! 💪

Stay sweaty,

Kortnee

Why, oh why, is shedding those stubborn pounds such a rollercoaster ride? Juggling meal prep, gym dates, and life's chaos is like trying to tame a wild circus lion – entertaining but downright tricky!

January 2022, the epic kickoff to my weight loss saga courtesy of a workplace challenge. I was on fire, melting 40 pounds like butter on a hot pancake griddle! Three mornings a week, I was sweating it out with my work trainer, and weekends were reserved for 5K training. It felt like weight loss was my newfound superpower!

Then came the plot twist. I, the self-proclaimed superhero of sweat, let self-doubt sneak into my head. Time became this mythical creature that I convinced myself couldn't be tamed. "Who needs 5:30 am workouts?" I thought, as I hit the snooze button. And those occasional sweet treats? Well, they evolved into a daily dance with my taste buds.

Fast forward to today, and the scale is mocking me with a 20-pound rebound. 

So, what's the plan? I'm flipping the script and launching a fitness extravaganza on my blog. It's like a reality show, but with more sweat and fewer dramatic confrontations – promise!

Join me for a laugh-out-loud journey through the maze of my fitness escapades. I'm laying it all out there, the highs, the lows, and the hilarious in-betweens. Let's turn the struggle into a sitcom and find joy in every workout, even the ones that make me question my life choices.

 Grab your popcorn and follow along because, trust me, this fitness journey is going to be one for the books! 🎉💪😂