well thanks ladies, as you can tell im new to this whole thing, excersing and what not because even before my baby i was naturally really toned and small so i never really worked out. i guess im just rushing things cause like i said im not at all used to being flabby but your right, i need to chill out and give it some time, thank goodness its winter lol im hoping by summer ill be where i need to be. and Mrs. P i have lost about 40 pounds since having him, so ive done really good so far, just need to be patient
Congrats on your weight loss Amanda !!!!
I can totally understand your frustation...
I was always thin & very athletic & after having babies 1 & 2 I went back to my pre-pregnancy weight in a matter of weeks, but after having my 3rd baby eventhoug I stayed as active & continued working out through out, I found it much harder to lose those last few pounds...
I assumed it would be as easy as before, but my body wasn't ready to let go of the weight.... This is part of being a woman
our bodies are made this way to provide nourishment for our little ones...
You know, for me....... my mindset played a big role... knowing that it is a process, & that it would take time, & trying to keep a positive outlook & just knowing that it would eventually happen was what kept me motivated in the gym...
Also setting goals.. and not "big" goals but rather realistic "small" goals .. Like going and extra 10 min on the treadmill & upping my intensity a bit.. or maybe adding 2.5 lbs to my lifting routine, nothing crazy .. You don't need fancy gym equipement to do this either... msot times I would take my little ones to the park have my baby strapped ina a baby carrier & run around with my other kids in the park, it was definitely good cardio..
and at home I would do squats with the baby in the carrier on me, it would add a good 12-20 lbs to my body weight, the possibilities are endless with a baby, u can do a lot of excercies & interact with the baby at the same time...
Keep track of your progress & celebrate it even if small... we tend to focus on the big picture, but u need to realize & validate your hard work..
If you don't have a training routine now, I really suggest u do, trust me !!!!! the right diet & training make all the difference