It’s been three and a half years since I had my son (13 months since I had my daughter) and I’m 10 pounds from my pre-pregnancy weight (as in, before my son was born).  Like most women post-baby, it’s been difficult.  I went from eating everything I wanted during pregnancy to eating everything I wanted while I was nursing my children. Even at a year, I still find myself justifying that second cookie or that ice blended mocha with the fact that I’m nursing a baby.

Weight loss is difficult for most people.  I personally did nothing fancy.  I simply ate less and moved more. But for many people, they need more structure, accountability, support, and encouragement.  I tend to be very numbers focused. When that scaled did not move for MONTHS, I wanted to give up. I wanted to quit trying to fit into those pre-pregnancy jeans. I wanted to give in to the fact that my body will never look the same. But what motivates me to continue the journey is my health…I want to be healthy for my children.

The new year is a time where many people focus on change.  Whether it’s exercising more, eating healthier, losing weight, or taking more time for yourself, any change requires a little motivation.

This coming Tuesday, I’ll be at The Grove, along with other women to step on a ginormous scale of inspirational words.  Rather than focusing on numbers, the focus will be on what I can gain by losing those last 1o pounds.  When I lose those last 10 pounds, I’m going to buy myself an outfit…something beautiful to go out on a date with my husband. I haven’t bought myself a single article of clothing (apart from maternity and nursing clothes) since I was pregnant with my son. That is what I hope to gain this year by losing those last 10 pounds.

Special K is challenging you to change the way you view resolutions such as weight loss and management.  They’ll be at The Grove, this coming Tuesday, January 18th from 2 to 5 pm and I’ll be on site to cover the event. If you’re in the area, stop by for a little inspiration, support, samples, coupons, and more.  For more information, just visit them on Facebook.

What questions would you have if you were attending such an event?  How do you approach weight loss?  Do you have any tried and true methods other than eating less and moving more? I’d love to hear your thoughts…

This is a compensated campaign via The Motherhood.

I tried Stroller Strides this past week.  I have to say that this is the best workout I’ve done in a really long time.  It’s amazing how you can attain a total-body workout with a stroller (I highly recommend a jogger) and resistance tubing in sixty minutes.  I’ll be honest…there are weeks when I do really good to get to the gym once or twice.  And then there are weeks like the present where I’ve yet to even think about possibly taking a venture outside for a walk, let alone the gym.  What I really like about Stroller Strides is the fellowship and accountability that goes along with the workout.  Can this type of workout be done on your own?  Sure.  But are you really going to work out with your baby and your stroller all by yourself? Consistently?

The instructor guides you through the routine highlighting the high and low intensity workout options so that your workout is individualized for your personal level of fitness.  The class was a combination of sprints (well, other mommies sprinted, I walked really fast!) and resistance work with an abs section at the end.  As long as your doctor has cleared you for exercise you can begin the Stroller Strides workout.  In my class their were mommies six to eight weeks postpartum and those with toddlers. 

One of the things that concerned me was whether or not my son was going to get fussy during the workout.  Now that he’s a year old, his fussiness is usually related to boredom if he’s already had a nap and been fed and changed.  To be honest, he loved babbling with the other babies and smiling at mommy and her silly attempts to entertain him.  If your baby gets fussy during the workout (which is inevitable at some point if you decide to join) the instructors try to entertain your baby.  You always have the freedom to tend to your child if he/she needs to be changed, fed, or just held.  

Another great aspect of Stroller Strides is the partnership it has with Luna Moms Club.  Each month you’ll have the opportunity to participate in playdates, moms’ night outs, and other family activities at no extra cost.

For pricing (each location is different) and locations visit the Stroller Strides website.

I tried Stroller Strides this past week.  I have to say that this is the best workout I’ve done in a really long time.  It’s amazing how you can attain a total-body workout with a stroller (I highly recommend a jogger) and resistance tubing in sixty minutes.  I’ll be honest…there are weeks when I do really good to get to the gym once or twice.  And then there are weeks like the present where I’ve yet to even think about possibly taking a venture outside for a walk, let alone the gym.  What I really like about Stroller Strides is the fellowship and accountability that goes along with the workout.  Can this type of workout be done on your own?  Sure.  But are you really going to work out with your baby and your stroller all by yourself? Consistently?

The instructor guides you through the routine highlighting the high and low intensity workout options so that your workout is individualized for your personal level of fitness.  The class was a combination of sprints (well, other mommies sprinted, I walked really fast!) and resistance work with an abs section at the end.  As long as your doctor has cleared you for exercise you can begin the Stroller Strides workout.  In my class their were mommies six to eight weeks postpartum and those with toddlers. 

One of the things that concerned me was whether or not my son was going to get fussy during the workout.  Now that he’s a year old, his fussiness is usually related to boredom if he’s already had a nap and been fed and changed.  To be honest, he loved babbling with the other babies and smiling at mommy and her silly attempts to entertain him.  If your baby gets fussy during the workout (which is inevitable at some point if you decide to join) the instructors try to entertain your baby.  You always have the freedom to tend to your child if he/she needs to be changed, fed, or just held.  

Another great aspect of Stroller Strides is the partnership it has with Luna Moms Club.  Each month you’ll have the opportunity to participate in playdates, moms’ night outs, and other family activities at no extra cost.

For pricing (each location is different) and locations visit the Stroller Strides website.

I tried Stroller Strides this past week.  I have to say that this is the best workout I’ve done in a really long time.  It’s amazing how you can attain a total-body workout with a stroller (I highly recommend a jogger) and resistance tubing in sixty minutes.  I’ll be honest…there are weeks when I do really good to get to the gym once or twice.  And then there are weeks like the present where I’ve yet to even think about possibly taking a venture outside for a walk, let alone the gym.  What I really like about Stroller Strides is the fellowship and accountability that goes along with the workout.  Can this type of workout be done on your own?  Sure.  But are you really going to work out with your baby and your stroller all by yourself? Consistently?

The instructor guides you through the routine highlighting the high and low intensity workout options so that your workout is individualized for your personal level of fitness.  The class was a combination of sprints (well, other mommies sprinted, I walked really fast!) and resistance work with an abs section at the end.  As long as your doctor has cleared you for exercise you can begin the Stroller Strides workout.  In my class their were mommies six to eight weeks postpartum and those with toddlers. 

One of the things that concerned me was whether or not my son was going to get fussy during the workout.  Now that he’s a year old, his fussiness is usually related to boredom if he’s already had a nap and been fed and changed.  To be honest, he loved babbling with the other babies and smiling at mommy and her silly attempts to entertain him.  If your baby gets fussy during the workout (which is inevitable at some point if you decide to join) the instructors try to entertain your baby.  You always have the freedom to tend to your child if he/she needs to be changed, fed, or just held.  

Another great aspect of Stroller Strides is the partnership it has with Luna Moms Club.  Each month you’ll have the opportunity to participate in playdates, moms’ night outs, and other family activities at no extra cost.

For pricing (each location is different) and locations visit the Stroller Strides website.

I tried Stroller Strides this past week.  I have to say that this is the best workout I’ve done in a really long time.  It’s amazing how you can attain a total-body workout with a stroller (I highly recommend a jogger) and resistance tubing in sixty minutes.  I’ll be honest…there are weeks when I do really good to get to the gym once or twice.  And then there are weeks like the present where I’ve yet to even think about possibly taking a venture outside for a walk, let alone the gym.  What I really like about Stroller Strides is the fellowship and accountability that goes along with the workout.  Can this type of workout be done on your own?  Sure.  But are you really going to work out with your baby and your stroller all by yourself? Consistently?

The instructor guides you through the routine highlighting the high and low intensity workout options so that your workout is individualized for your personal level of fitness.  The class was a combination of sprints (well, other mommies sprinted, I walked really fast!) and resistance work with an abs section at the end.  As long as your doctor has cleared you for exercise you can begin the Stroller Strides workout.  In my class their were mommies six to eight weeks postpartum and those with toddlers. 

One of the things that concerned me was whether or not my son was going to get fussy during the workout.  Now that he’s a year old, his fussiness is usually related to boredom if he’s already had a nap and been fed and changed.  To be honest, he loved babbling with the other babies and smiling at mommy and her silly attempts to entertain him.  If your baby gets fussy during the workout (which is inevitable at some point if you decide to join) the instructors try to entertain your baby.  You always have the freedom to tend to your child if he/she needs to be changed, fed, or just held.  

Another great aspect of Stroller Strides is the partnership it has with Luna Moms Club.  Each month you’ll have the opportunity to participate in playdates, moms’ night outs, and other family activities at no extra cost.

For pricing (each location is different) and locations visit the Stroller Strides website.

I tried Stroller Strides this past week.  I have to say that this is the best workout I’ve done in a really long time.  It’s amazing how you can attain a total-body workout with a stroller (I highly recommend a jogger) and resistance tubing in sixty minutes.  I’ll be honest…there are weeks when I do really good to get to the gym once or twice.  And then there are weeks like the present where I’ve yet to even think about possibly taking a venture outside for a walk, let alone the gym.  What I really like about Stroller Strides is the fellowship and accountability that goes along with the workout.  Can this type of workout be done on your own?  Sure.  But are you really going to work out with your baby and your stroller all by yourself? Consistently?

The instructor guides you through the routine highlighting the high and low intensity workout options so that your workout is individualized for your personal level of fitness.  The class was a combination of sprints (well, other mommies sprinted, I walked really fast!) and resistance work with an abs section at the end.  As long as your doctor has cleared you for exercise you can begin the Stroller Strides workout.  In my class their were mommies six to eight weeks postpartum and those with toddlers. 

One of the things that concerned me was whether or not my son was going to get fussy during the workout.  Now that he’s a year old, his fussiness is usually related to boredom if he’s already had a nap and been fed and changed.  To be honest, he loved babbling with the other babies and smiling at mommy and her silly attempts to entertain him.  If your baby gets fussy during the workout (which is inevitable at some point if you decide to join) the instructors try to entertain your baby.  You always have the freedom to tend to your child if he/she needs to be changed, fed, or just held.  

Another great aspect of Stroller Strides is the partnership it has with Luna Moms Club.  Each month you’ll have the opportunity to participate in playdates, moms’ night outs, and other family activities at no extra cost.

For pricing (each location is different) and locations visit the Stroller Strides website.