Embracing My Journey: Progress, Not Perfection

Hello there! I’m Jess. I’ve been spinning plates for a while now, balancing full-time work, caring for my energetic one-year-old, and trying to reclaim my pre-pregnancy body. Sounds simple, right?

Here’s the skinny: I’m currently tipping the scales at 185 pounds, a solid hike from my pre-pregnancy weight. My past life included powerlifting and bodybuilding, but these days I prefer to clock my active minutes with stroller walks and gardening. While these might not burn as many calories as a rigorous gym session, they keep me moving and let's be honest, baby toes in the grass outshine any gym view.

So, why this blog? I aim to hit 145 pounds, my pre-pregnancy weight where I felt my best. But I’ve learned the hard way that shedding the baby weight isn’t the cakewalk it’s often made out to be. And I want to bust that myth wide open. This journey is about embracing the challenges, celebrating small victories, and accepting that progress is often a messy, imperfect process.

My philosophy revolves around healthier food choices, building sustainable habits, and practicing self-compassion even when the numbers on the scale don't seem to budge. Most importantly, I want to share the unfiltered reality of this journey, the triumphs, the stumbles, and the lessons learned along the way.

What can you anticipate from this blog? Expect candid conversations about my weight loss journey, my daily struggles and victories, progress pictures, musings on my motivations, and maybe a few tips and tricks I stumble upon. This space is less about the final destination and more about the journey, the small steps taken each day, and the lessons etched along the way.

I welcome you to join me on this rollercoaster, share your thoughts, find some comfort, and maybe even a few laughs. Together, we can learn, grow, and maybe even shed a few pounds. Remember, this isn’t about perfection; it's all about making progress.

Check out my Instagram @barbells.and.roses for more frequent updates. Remember, it's about adding coins to the piggy bank, day by day. 

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