Back in 2016, I got this thing called “frozen shoulder” -I
couldn’t lift my left arm in front of my body any higher than my shoulder, nor
could I put on my own bra. It sucked and was extremely debilitating. I was
scared that I would never have use of my arm as I normally did. Not to mention,
my weight had creeped up to 160 pounds. BTW, that was my full-term pregnancy
weight back in 1996. Holy shit! What was happening to me?
I went to an orthopedic surgeon to get professional help. It
was the first time I had and hoped to ever have an injection. I hate anything
that is considered a “drug”, let alone injecting it into my body! It was necessary, due to the alternate method. So, I
started physical therapy and hired a personal trainer to get my fat ass (for
me) back into shape and become truly healthy. My mind, and soul was in good
shape, but my body. OMG, NO!!!! I am right-hand dominant, therefore, I got
frozen shoulder due to non-utilization of my left arm. That will never happen
again! I won’t let it!
My personal trainer and I are still going strong. The fact
is my weight fluctuates between 145-150, but I have dropped 6% body fat and
have slimmed back down to a size 4. I have ran a few 10K’s, finished a Spartan
race, and am now going for the trifecta in 2019. I am excited for that! Each
race is different, but it consists of roughly 30+ obstacles, and each race is
either 3, 9, or 12 miles in the mud. Talk about “beasting” it! I may have to
utilize specialized shoes, but I now run roughly about 15 miles a week and spin
a few days a week. Can you say obsessive! Yes, I will admit that, but I am okay
with that. I am not addicted to drugs or enabling bad habits. Yeah, being in my
forties has made for some challenges, and I have had to overcome some injuries,
but you can try to push me down for a bit! I will rise to the occasion no
matter what! Bring it bitch, I will show you, just how strong and determined I
am! Honestly, grateful for my trainer, and my strong drive to succeed.
What a journey this has been! A journey that I am grateful
for! To my well being in my mind, body and soul!
Thank you!
