My new job is kinda kicking me in the ass.

It's exciting and challenging and, because I'm a Web specialist, I'm online all day long. The last thing I want to do when I get home is spend anymore time at a computer.

My workouts are good - not as consistent as I'd like, I'm afraid, but we're getting back on track. I've mostly been running - two-to-four-mile stretches - because I'm trying to take advantage of the weather. I know I'll be kicking myself come winter for doing kickboxing DVDs over running outdoors with my dog!

I weighed in this morning at 140. I'm fitting into the size 10 pairs of pants that I own - admittedly, not many as I've never been this size for very long. The new job has completely curbed my appetite - too busy and stressed for eating. Which, of course, sheds light on some of my eating downfalls. Clearly when I have free time, I fill it with food. Even if it's healthy food, I fill it with food. I can't say that realizing it nips it in the bud, just that obviously I *can* lose and maintain by consistent exercise and a lower calorie intake.

The running has been crucial to me keeping it together. We had a bad storm last night and just got power back or I'd have been out today. Alas, I didn't get much sleep. But running has been key for keeping me sane and straight these past couple of weeks, and most likely off-setting any of the damage I've done by eating things such as linguine and clams as well as a bacon, egg and cheese biscuit. I am not the paragon of eating virtue, I'm afraid, but it's true that moderation is key.

I'm hoping to get more consistent again over here soon. For now, everything is wonderful. Busy, but wonderful.

Posted by Erin at 12:57 PM | filed under: Random