A Simple Lesson of Cause and Effect

Wikipedia (I know, not the trustiest of sources) states that cause and effect is when "an action or event will produce a certain response to the action in the form of another event." It's a simple concept really. One that my 5 month old is already learning himself, as he pushes buttons on his toys to hear music or cries to be fed. But for this blog, I want to look at a particular cause/effect I see taking place in my life.

Cause: Exercise
Effect: Eating healthy

And really, these two could be swapped around, as well. There is something about working out that then makes me want to eat healthy. It's as if my body becomes a machine and food the fuel. I want to eat the right things so this machine keeps running smoothly (and without the feeling of a gut bomb, that the unhealthy foods leave me with). The more I work out the healthier I eat the better I feel. When I say that I "feel better," I mean both mentally and physically.

I'm loving how my life has become even more wrapped around health and fitness thanks to Stroller Strides. Honestly, who would have thought that I would be the healthiest I've ever been after having a kid? Not me. But BOY does it feel good :)

Feelin' Good

I thought it was time to update on not just what I'm doing, but also my state of health. The answer: great! I'm feeling better than ever in terms of my working out and eating. With the help of soccer, Stroller Strides, and running with my Husbo, I'm working out about 5 times a week. BUT believe me, I'm making sure not to overdo it. If I feel like I'm exhausted and need a day off, I take it. Part of being healthy is knowing when to rest, and so I do.

In case you are wondering, I have been pre-prego weight for a few weeks now... but here's the thing. I kind of realized (through the help of SS training) that I was a little too focused on losing the pregnancy weight. It's all about "patience and perseverance." It's easy to be get focused on weight, I needed a reminder that health is a state of being and not a number.

I took this pic on my way to SS last Friday. Working out just makes me FEEL better.. and I think it shows.