I am a former figure competitor struggling with finding “normal” ways to train and diet. I am working to mend myself.
I am a positive person. I live to smile and make people smile. I love kindness.
I am a mom, a wife, a full-time employee and a grad student.
I have motivation, a drive that I cannot satisfy. I am always looking to enhance or help. I am a people pleaser who feels as though there is always more to do, always more that will help, that there is never a finish line.
I think that’s it 🙂
It was hard for me to find others going through a similar situation. I know you are out there! Please share your stories! We can use this blog to discuss ups and down, successes and bumps along the way. Follow me in my struggles on my road to recovery.
worktomend 
December 21st, 2011 at 12:46 am
This is incredible! A very unique story. It can be very difficult to find a place of diet and fitness that our individual bodies accept and fall into harmony and balance with. Looking forward to seeing how you progress!
December 21st, 2011 at 1:35 am
Thank you! Yes, balance is tricky. I am hoping to find it and never let it go 🙂
January 9th, 2012 at 3:35 am
Very much glad you stopped by my place, because I like your blog’s direction, it’s very real!
January 9th, 2012 at 11:25 pm
Thank you! What a kind comment. I appreciate your interest!
January 19th, 2012 at 1:33 am
Wow, such a cool and honest story you are sharing. I wish you the strength and courage to know that you are enough, you are perfect, just as you are!
January 19th, 2012 at 2:21 am
Thank you! This blog is very therapeutic 🙂 Thank you for your kind words!
January 19th, 2012 at 2:12 am
Thanks for stopping by my page. I read some of your stuff, and even though I haven’t had children yet, I know I will feel the way you do when you made that comment about not being ready to step in the gym yet because you are expected to look a certain way. It’s something I’m struggling with and I’m not even pregnant yet! It’s really just a pressure we put on ourselves because everyone else understands.
I’m excited to follow your blog. Maybe we can learn a little from each other 🙂 Thanks for sharing 🙂
January 19th, 2012 at 2:23 am
Thank you for stopping by! Yes…expectations…ours and those of everyone around us! I too struggle with this. I look forward to discussing these ups and downs with you!
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February 12th, 2012 at 1:48 am
so glad we found each other…competition can be a great experience but also cause a lot of issues. I know it did for me and I’m happier now living a life where I exercise because I enjoy it 110% and eat foods that nourish my body and tantalise my taste buds. Finding balance takes time but it sounds like you are on the right path. Keep up the good work 🙂
February 12th, 2012 at 10:32 pm
It is so great hearing from someone who has been through this and come out positive through it all. Thank you for your comment. I am very excited that we found each other! If you have any tips for getting through this, I would love to discuss 🙂
February 13th, 2012 at 2:29 am
the biggest thing for me was to learn how to stay positive!! we all have good days and bad days, but the key is to never give up 🙂
February 15th, 2012 at 1:35 am
Thank you so much for stopping by my blog! I look forward to following along with you and joining in the journey! I am also trying to find a happy medium after having had kids and while I wouldn’t mind looking better I know a lot of my motivation comes from wanting to feel better and have more energy for my kids and husband.
Blessings!
February 15th, 2012 at 10:59 am
Thank you for stopping by 🙂 It is so great to hear from like-minded people. I hope we get to converse more as this journey progresses!
March 3rd, 2012 at 2:33 am
Among other things, I am a retailer in the sports nutrition industry & have encountered many former fitness competitors that are trying to balance life & maintaining a certain level of fitness. I look forward to following your journey.
March 3rd, 2012 at 6:46 pm
Thank you for reading my blog! I am glad to have you along for the journey 🙂
March 4th, 2012 at 5:51 pm
Thank you for popping in at my blog… Have a super day. All the best and hope you are feeling better. 🙂
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