Finding the positive

It's been a week since the physical therapist told me I might be experiencing IT band issues. Sadly, my pain seems unchanged so far. I've been following the stretches, but have only walked/run 3 times and done yoga once. I've been working overtime and it's been absolutely nuts - yay for inventory! I have another week to follow her recommendations, and then I will be going up to North Carolina for our family reunion/vacation at the beach. Right after I get back I will see her again. She said she knows an SI joint specialist. I seriously think that's what it is - since the pain varies between my lower back and hip. I'll ask if she can refer me to that specialist. I want to get to the bottom of this already and get back to running!

The good news is, my weight is hovering right around 155-158 lbs! It's been hard to try and lose the last few pounds when I can't really exercise like I was. But I think I can safely say I'm there, and that this is my body's happy weight. I'm sure a few extra pounds could come off my tummy, but I'm at my goal and I'm within "fitness" ranges for BMI and body fat. More importantly, I feel comfortable, confident, and happy with this weight. I'm a size 6, heck maybe even a 4 with certain pants. I don't think I've ever been this small. And it feels pretty damn good.

Time to go to work now so I've got to cut this post short. Tomorrow I will be going to the Army Ball and be a girl for a few hours - not really my thing, but we were invited and it'll be good to experience something different. 

Later !