So, I have not written in my blog for a couple of reasons.
I was hired while doing my internship. I’m presently teaching 3rd grade, 45 students, Reading and Math at a school that did not meet AYP. That means, that this school has one year to get it together or the state will take over. I was hired because the teacher that was in my present position got cancer and had to leave. I was asked if I wanted to work on a Thursday, I started the next Friday.
It was very hectic due to the fact that I’m also a wife, a mom, and a full-time student. The pressure to get these kids to succeed were extremely high and expected. Thankfully, I was able to get my kids to increase 26 points in a span of about 6 weeks, though it took a lot of time away from my family and myself. I was working 3 to 4 extra and unpaid hours, in order to plan for my students success. Even though my kids did awesome, it took a great toll on my fitness goals. The Christmas break was greatly awaited, though I spent most of the time sick. Nevertheless, three weeks at home was good for me to clear my mind and set new goals for the new year.
As I get ready to graduate this semester, I have made it a goal to make time for myself. It is very difficult due to my schedule and Jason’s, but we are working at it. I workout at least 3 times a week. I’m trying to increase my strength training. When I was training for the half-marathon, I noticed that I was able to maintain my weight, but I was not losing any. This really frustrated me. So, I’m just going to try something different this time around.
I have started to eat myfitfood lunch for my lunchtime and snacking more in the daytime. I’m trying to remember to take my vitamins and drinking more water. I’m also leaving work on-time, to go workout.
I have not set a BIG goal yet, but hope to do so soon. Until then, good luck to you guys with your fitness goals.
-SJ
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