I really want to get back to working out/running but am afraid to do too much while I'm nursing William. Too much exercise can reduce my milk supply and I really want to breastfeed him until 12 months, like I did with Hannah. I'm a big advocate for the benefits of breastfeeding, and while it is a challenge for me at times, I honestly think it is one of the best things I can do for him. It will be especially challenging when I return to work next week. So, all of that to say, I need to do some type of exercise over the next 9 months, which is why I'm doing the push up challenge. I've also started the 200 Sit Up Challenge. I don't think that will be near as hard to complete as the pushups...but then again, it may be harder than I think following my c-section.
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
Anyone up for a challenge?
About 3 weeks ago I learned about the 100 push up challenge (see the website here: 100 Push Up Challenge). I'm the first to admit that I don't have a whole lot of upper body strength. This program will (supposedly) prepare you to complete 100 consecutive push ups in just 6 weeks. I'm now in the middle of week 3 and honestly don't think I'll be able to do it in just 3.5 more weeks. I can tell though that I am stronger. Picking up my 30 lb daughter and hefty 16 lb son isn't nearly so bad. Although, carrying William in his carseat is still a strenuous feat for me! Last night I completed 57 pushups; however, not consecutively.
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