I finally did it!

I finally got off my lazy arse and did actual weight training again. Nothing too intense but it did feel good. I have totally kept up on cardio and did some weight training using my own weight as resistance but I did not pick up a set of weights except for about 3 times in 3 weeks.

For those who may not know, I started with a personal trainer. I did a lot of weight training. When he and I parted ways, I went to a computer program at the gym. I was very consistent and did it 3 times per week. Then I wanted to try and tighten my loose skin areas so I did P90X. A bit hard core but I completed it. And got pregnant right at that time so I did not want to do another round of it. I went to Body Pump classes but they were not what I was looking for so I got all lazy and only did push-ups, squats and lunges and core work.

I ordered a pregnancy dvd that I thought was strictly weight training. It is not. There more to it. She throws in a few minutes of cardio to raise your heart rate. She also doubles up exercises to get some real bang for your time used. It was not as easy as I thought it would be. I did sweat. You can chose which sections to do. I did the 1st and 2nd trimester weight training/cardio sections, the core and butt kickers section and the flexibility section (I really loved this - I feel more balanced now). Altogether I did about 50-55 minutes and walked the dogs. I am happy with that. I do love my high-intensity cardio but this is good for a few days a week I think. Lots of "pelvic floor" moves to get ready for delivery. She put together a nice combo of moves. I did not wear my heart monitor so I am not sure about the calorie burn but I will next time.

I had never heard of her before I ordered her book. Her name is Tracey Mallet. I did her Fit for Pregnancy dvd. For her web site, click here. She has other non-pregnancy dvds. I may have to look into those. I prefer the gym to dvds but they are convenient. Especially since none of my gyms offer classes especially designed for the pregnant woman.

I also ordered a pregnancy workout dvd from 1989 (I am pretty sure it was just VHS then) in case I have to give up my classes at any time, I will have a safe workout. Kathy Smith. I used to do her workout tapes after school all the time.

In other news, did I ever tell you there was a girl at work who is pregnant and due within days of me? She is so nice. We have hung out together a bit. She told me her news but did not really tell anyone else. This week, I noticed I had not seen her in a while. I got a little worried. I finally saw her yesterday. She asked me how I was feeling and stuff and when I asked her in return, she told me she had a miscarriage. I feel so bad. She seems to be handling it well. I am not sure when she lost it but it is sad just the same. I feel guilty. Hopefully that feeling will subside after a while.

I went to a soccer game of some of my former students today. They get more aggressive as they get older. They made me proud! I walked past the 4 year olds playing. SO CUTE! I hope my kid wants to do that someday.

Today is my beautiful god daughters' birthday party. The adorable, lovely, smart, fantastic, lovies are 2. Time flies! I must now prepare for our trip to the farm. Hope you all are having a great weekend!