A rare moment of cosmic perfection resulted in the final rest day of my first round of p90X3 falling upon Thanksgiving. Having completed the 90 day program, I'd lost about 10 pounds and an inch around my waist... maybe two. More importantly, I can bend over and touch my toes without bending my knees, and I can carry almost 40lbs of baby weight on my back and front without feeling like I'm going to snap in two... at least long enough to get through a well-child doctor's appointment..... Okay, I can fit into my jeans again too. 
For the first round I followed the classic p90x3 program, so this for the second round I've decided to deviated and do the lean program, which will have more cardio workouts instead. Today was day 3 of the first block and I'm hating it already. No, I seriously could be fat and happy, if being out of shape didn't limit my ability to fulfill the required daily activities of a mother of seven. Alas, being out of shape is not an option... so the pursuit of better fitness must continue. 
At my spouse's behest, I've taken some "selfies" at the beginning of this round, for comparison at the end. Being that I can't really see a big difference after the first 90 day go round, perhaps the pictures will help me "see" a difference next time. Fitness isn't just my own personal goal anymore. Two weeks ago the idea struck that I ought to have the kids run on a regular basis for time. The idea being that they could work towards besting themselves, condition for track and cross country, and.... just burn some energy. Thus far, the three big kids have completed two timed miles, and the little folks have clocked at least 1/4 mile each. I'd like to be able to join in this activity, but I've not figured out how to time everyone and run at the same time. Perhaps, after this next round of p90x3 I'll be able to start getting in a bit of running myself too.
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