In love with cardio - or gotta run!

So I am officially in love with running. Hard to believe I know, but the love affair has begun! I ran 4 K the other day and although it doesn't seem like much, one more kilometer and I can run the 5K at the Bikini Jam.

That's a big deal.

Because I want to win.

I am also starting to see big changes in my body, clothes are fitting better, and in some cases, much looser. This is also great news! I know I can keep it up and show those young models what for! I have also started taking Hot Yoga again and am thinking about ballet. It seems odd, I know, but here's the deal, a model (especially swimsuit model) that is comfortable and aware of how her body moves will be more successful on camera than one that doesn't. I can't take credit, I saw an interview with a very successful swimwear model and she said that very thing. So I may soon have to invest in ballet slippers!

I had a great chat with Ujena today. They are so encouraging and supportive. I would definitely push anyone that is has a great idea or needs some encouragement to check them out, what a great company.

Today is kind of a slow day. I was really bored at work (dreaming about going somewhere warm) and yesterday was supposed to be my hard workout. It wasn't, so I get to go out today. I just have to wait until my hubby gets home so he can be a Daddy when I am busy being a runner. I am going to be meeting with my first photog soon, and am also going to chat with some models, makeup and hair people to pump them for information. Don't worry, I will post all advice and make sure everyone gets use of all of it, why should I be the only one that looks great out there, right?

Take care!

All I want for Christmas is to be in shape and not sick!

Hello all,

I ma been so busy and sick the past little while - what a PITA! I have been in the Running Room's running course (Learn to Run for Women Only). I would recommend this course to anyone that has ever wanted to start running. It is so fun and inspiring! I am up to almost 4 kms, one more and I am ready for the Fun Run next Bikini Jam YAY me!

Sad news, I have realized that in order to get into the kind of shape I want to, in the time frame I have in mind I will need to..are you ready...start getting up super early. YUCK!

I think every mom needs to come to that choice, at least the ones that work. Even though I can justify spending a few nights a week (three) at the gym while my daughter is in either activities or in child care, I can't do it every night. I barely see her as is! So the plan (as soon as I am feeling better) is to start working out early in the morning. Kind of sucks, but that's the way it is.

Promise to post more regular now!

Donna