Well, my journey continues as I have now officially entered menopause (August 13th). I have been a dedicated Cathe fan since 1999. I love, love, LOVE all of her cardio workouts. I struggle, struggle, STRUGGLE with the weight workouts. But, hey, I have lots of equipment and at least I am trying?
Anyway, as I enter this new phase, I have been told by friends and acquaintances that I can expect lots of weight gain. Hah! No way! I have been off most of the summer with a bad ankle injury (my 70lb suitcase fell on it – ouch) and have been walking since I could put a shoe back on. Today I ventured back to Cathe with the Kickbox workout from the 4 day split. I made it! As I think back over all these years, and before I found Cathe, I have always been intent on fitness.
What should change now? My five grown children think I am kind of a fanatic when it comes to eating right and staying in shape. But, hey, at least I will be around for a long time, God willing!! When I think of the word success, I realize it has changed over the years. I try these days to not measure success by my weight on the scale nor by dress size. I want to be comfortable in my skin – and that is a legacy I can leave my children and future (hopefully!!) grandchildren.
So menopause? Just a new season that may require more vigilance, or maybe just a different watchfulness. One of the best books I’ve read in the last couple of years was “Younger Next Year” that submits that we send our body signals – either that we are active or that we are dying! Shocking! Cathe and all of her ‘stuff’ has greatly helped my ability to get and stay and be active. Thank you!! To life after menopause! The best is yet to come…
