It's been great having Nick home this summer. We've been sleeping-in until about 7:00-7:30 and then usually heading to the gym. Spending some mornings swimming anywhere between 1800 and 2800yds. Swimming feels great, and swimming fitness hasn't changed much in the last few months. We also spend some mornings lifting. This is the most important to me, now in the final stretch. It's something I often neglect, but it's always better with a partner. Cardio has been good too! I love the AMT, I can still get me heart rate up for a good workout. The elliptical is also good, but doesn't seem like it is as much of a workout.
I've found a new joy for walking, it's one of the few ways to get outside these days, as I had to stop running in June :(. Running was great, but it was pulling on some of those supporting muscles that were holding up baby Zopp would be sore for days afterward! So, sore it made sitting and standing uncomfortable. It's my own fault because of being so busy with work I didn't have time to run regularly and couldn't keep up the strength of those muscles, over relaxin hormone being released. If only I now had a dog to take on my walks!
I've also put away my bikes, those tiny seats were also leaving me sore and uncomfortable. It's probably also partially due to my head telling me that if I can't be outside on the open road, and don't need to be on that tiny seat, then it's not worth the time. I have started riding the bike at the gym (the ones with the comfy seats!)
Also, still finding time for some open water swims...my favorite part of this summer!
On the baby front, her room is coming together. We are so lucky for the friends and family that have helped us get things ready. It's been a lot of cleaning and organizing to make room for this new tiny life! Our friends have been so generous to pass down their used baby items, crib, car seat, bassinet, rocker-sleeper, clothes, advice and support! We are so lucky and she is lucky to have great people around her when she finally arrives! Less than 3 weeks!
