glutton for punishment and other good things

Went to the killer cardio class tonight....the one with Black Woman Strut, Picking Bananas, Stomping Elephant, Gyrate and other silly names I have made up for the moves that we do. I feel like I can do the moves at least slightly better now, and I can certainly do the dance moves without resting and without feeling like I'm going to die.

And then we start the conditioning part of the class. Lunges, squats and leg lifts until every muscle is burning and I feel like I can't move. I still can't do all of the reps, but I think I am getting better about doing more of them. And tonight after the class, I didn't completely feel like jelly. I think this is a good thing. Of course, stairs will be fun tomorrow, but at least I know my muscles got a great workout.

I'm starting to feel in better shape again, I've been doing a good amount of strength training, and I've been consistent with running lately. I am very proud of that. And I can see the changes in my body again. That alone is motivation to keep running, going to class and doing total gym.

I've also been good about not really cheating and eating really healthy again. I feel so much better when I am taking good care of my body.