A River Between

Even after taking a few days off to rest sore pulled muscles from softball this week, last night was a great breakthrough. I was able to do the warmup and sun salutations all the way through without stopping to rest in the “child’s pose” during the 40 minutes I do yoga. AND… I was able to do the Tree Pose (where you balance on one leg, your other foot pressed against your thigh above the knee) for about 8 seconds!!

Also still caffeine free, but going back to the coffee shop to drink decaf when I want. It’s nice to be able to go back to haunts and not be tempted to get loaded on caffeine.

While I have no clue how much weight I’ve lost (scales are evil), the shorts I bought in late june that buttoned up and zipped quite snugly then, I can now just slip on and off without unbuttoning. Makes for interesting *ahem* views of the backside if I sit down or bend over, since my shorts basically now just rest on my hips. I can now wear all my XL shirts comfortably just fine, and I’ve noticed that the fat I used to have on top of my ribs below my chest is now not there, and I can feel ribs!! My face seems a little thinner too. I think I still have a ways to go to a weight that I want to be “comfortable” at. I still like being a little stocky, but I want a more healthy weight, and want to keep at this new regimen for a long time. My body feels great, and I am feeling younger. I must be doing something right. Feels good!