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[gategrrl]

Okay. I'm doing it today. I'm going to go to the YMCA and sign up for the family membership. They have a pool, with free swims that my kids can do...classes that are available (but only on a lottery basis, which sucks, but anyway). And I'm going to make myself go during the day so that I can get fit. I owe it to myself, and to my kids to be in better health.  If it means cutting back in another area, I'll do that. (we have a lot of bills)

If I don't end up signing up, you all have my permission to chatise me strongly online. (heh)

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[never-at-home.livejournal.com]

Congrats! I know it's a big step as I just did it myself a month ago. I've lost 6 pounds just by adding regular exercise to my week (2-3 times). I'm starting out slow because I'm majorly out of shape and have some medical issues, but I've found that just walking on the treadmill is a great place to begin.

I've been guilty of putting my life on hold for quite some time. It is, as you say, for your family that you do this, but your decision is reinforced when you do it for yourself. I'm one of those wives and moms who kind of lost her identity, so I'm aiming to get some of it back.

Best of luck and here's to us for taking such a major step in our lives. :)

[gategrrl.livejournal.com]

Thanks - I went in and signed up the family for a membership. My kids are excited that they'll be able to swimming in a pool almost whenever they want to now. And I'm excited that I can take some low-impact water aerobics. I don't like getting wet, really, but it's the best thing for my joints at this point, and to get me up to speed.

I should start out slow, too. I'm looking forward to the weight loss, as well. Hee!