I've entered that strange state many refer to as peri-menopause, which seems to be this Neverland full of various symptoms, no real definition, no defined start or finish time. I haven't had the hot flashes yet, the whole off-kilter schedule thing is something I can sort of handle, but the weight gain is quite frankly just ticking me off.
Because now I need to make a concerted effort to find time to exercise. Which is next to impossible for me with the kids' schedules. But it's going to have to happen, because I can't stand the way I feel right now. So for this first week, I'm going to try walking just a bit, starting today (oh good, as I type this, ominous rainclouds are rolling in from the west...). I figure even 15-20 minutes is better than nothing.
Anyone else at or through this stage of life? Got any hints you'd like to share on how to handle it?
2 comments:
Wow, two posts in a week? You beat my record (I haven't posted this month yet, but I feel a post brewing).
Peri-menopause? Argh. Don't bring that up. I fear I am in the throes of it. Which seems strange since I was still TTC two years ago.
I've been doing Weight Watchers, and lost 35 pounds this year so far. I still am having a heck of a time getting any regular exercise in, on account of my still undiagnosed muscle situation.
Hugs my dear, we need a support group for the old ladies like us. Ahem, I mean 40 somethings.
Thanks for the comment, Shelli! I'm making an effort to do things for me, hence the increase in posts.
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