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Today isn’t day one. Today, my journey shifted again. It’s been 13 weeks since I’ve been to a class at Bar Method, but today I went to class. I’m 13 weeks postpartum and I feel like SO much has happened since my last class on April 2nd... the day before I had Kate. That’s because so much HAS happened. I had a c-section. I became a mother to a beautiful baby girl. I became a breastfeeding mother. Our family moved. I’m doing pelvic floor physical therapy. I have had one child with a tongue/lip tie revision and am in the process of preparing another one for revision in a few weeks. And a million other things I won’t bore you with! So this morning when I felt weak and out of shape during the first 5 minutes of class, I reminded myself that all that matters is I showed up. I set my alarm and made time for myself. I’m not starting all over. My journey just shifted and I am in the process of rebuilding again. And I will. Because I am strong. I am a fighter. I don’t give up easily. And most importantly, I love and appreciate my body enough to take care of it. PS- @barmethodkc it’s was SO good to be back!

Your are more than your reflection in the mirror. You are more than the number on the scale. You are more than the size of your jeans. Your body is a vessel for GOOD... no matter its size. You can do amazing and wonderful things... no matter your size. There is more to life than our obsession with food and weight. Quit missing out on your life because of the way you feel about yourself. Get out there and LIVE. We only get one life... embrace every part of it. I LOVED the @balance365life podcast episode with @bodyimagemovement (Taryn Brumfitt). Worth a listen!

Anyone else think Noah looks like he worked harder than me on the run here? The stroller running reminds me of my very first thoughts about having a baby and keeping up with my work and workouts.. I was a little worried There are 2 things I've learned from this when looking back that I thought might be helpful to share! 1. Everything seems harder before we're in it. Our mind has a tendency to overthink, underestimate our abilities and make things seem bigger than they will be. When we're in whatever situation, we're just living it moment by moment and the present is where we can take action. Taking action makes it all start to feel more doable. 2. We will prioritize things that are important to us. It doesn't have to be the same priorities as me, we're all different! But when you have something you really really want/need to do, you'll find small ways to get it done. It may not be simple or quickly done as you'd like but it's often more doable than we think! How do you prioritize and squeeze things in? We're all busy, babies or not

I was the Maid of Honor at my best friend’s wedding nearly 4 years ago. I was 3 weeks post baby and about 70-80 lbs heavier than the picture on the right. I gained 60 lbs with my first pregnancy, lost about 40 of those lbs, got pregnant with baby #2, then gained about 30 more lbs on top of the extra 20. It may have taken a while for me to get back on track, but I love this picture because it reminds me of how far I’ve come. Weight loss isn’t an easy journey by any means, especially after one or multiple pregnancies, late nights with infants and toddlers, and eating lots of leftover snacks and meals that the kids leave behind. At one point, I doubted that I’d ever feel good about myself again. I’m so glad I finally decided that my happiness and my health are more important than the momentary happiness of a bowl of ice cream or a slice of pizza. Running is therapeutic for my mind and my body and I love the way I feel when my body is properly nourished. I’ll never go back to my old ways. I’m still working on my goals, but if you are too, let this be a reminder that the end result is always worth it! Keep going! . . . . #mombodproud #fitmom #momswithmuscles #fitnessmotivation #fitnessjourney #weightlosstransformation #weightlossjourney #motivatedmindset #motivatedmom #thursdaythoughts #maidofhonordress #momfitness #momtribe #fitnesscommunity #fitnessaddict #fitnessmom #losingweight #fitspiration

Just because I talk about body positivity does not mean I love everything about my body. I was gifted this amazing suit from @swimusaofficial and when I put it on the first thing I felt was shame about my legs. Now... before you think I’m posting this fishing for compliments... listen up. . My legs have made me self conscious for years. I have had cellulite and stretch marks and wide hips and a booty for as long as I can remember. A few years ago I lost over 100 pounds and guess what? I was still self conscious about my legs. . Here is my point. Losing weight doesn’t always fix things. It might put a band-aid on an issue for a while, but if you don’t do the INSIDE work, it doesn’t matter one bit what you weigh. . I have cellulite on my thighs and rolls on my back that show in this suit. I’m gonna wear it anyways because all bodies are good bodies and just because I’m in a bigger body at this season of my life does not mean my kids shouldn’t be able to go to the pool because their Mom can’t get over her insecurities. Hello... I just had a baby and this is what #postpartum looks like for most of us. . I may not love my legs, I honestly don’t even like them, but I can appreciate them because of what they allow me to do everyday. Join me today and look at that body part in the mirror that makes you cringe and thank God for it. Who cares if it’s not perfect in your eyes... it’s perfect in His and that’s what matters.

Some days can be long and hard, but after a good night sleep last night today has been a good day, I feel like I’d lost my mojo the last week or so, but I’m definitely feeling more like my happy self again I’ve always been a glass half full kind of gal but I’m not going to lie even I have struggled the last few weeks, but today I’ve seen light and the end of the tunnel the girls have been amazing today laughing and play and now hard can do the worm dance she so much happier and and less frustrated but I definitely know I have two the move now eyes and the back of your head springs to mind ————————————————— Gifted - the girls cute little dusky pink jumpsuit we kindly given to us from @wearekidly ————————————————— #newbeginnings #newchapters #newbeginings #feelmotivated #motivateddaily #motivatedmindset #motivatedmommy #motivatedmom #twinpregnancy #twingirl #twingirlsrock #twinbabygirl #twingirls #twintoddlers

“When you have the courage to talk about your story, and your past, and the scars that cover your body and your heart, it gives others permission to do the same.”⁣⁣ - Rachael Hollis⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ I tend to get super vulnerable on here, more than I have ever in my entire life. I say things (well type things) I never have said out loud & I find myself scared to death to do it but so ready at the same time.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ I want this to be a no BS zone. I want you to know me for me the good, bad, and ugly. You know about my past with binge eating, and my battle with yoyo dieting, you know my past with depression and how I was suicidal at one point. You know I lost my mother at the tender age of 19 and that I’m the worse cook out there (ask my husband) You know that I am finally at peace with my body and health, and you know I am a momma who is a hot mess at best.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Why do I tell you all these things? It’s not for sympathy, or throwing myself a pity party, or even to gloat. I tell you all about me with hopes when I slide into your DM’s and invite you to join me you already feel so connected to me. So connected to me that maybe, just maybe you’ll share a piece of your heart with me. & know I’m being genuine in inviting you to something that has completely transformed my entire life.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ But, if you are new here and know absolutely nothing about me... Hi, my name is Ally & if you stay for a week you’ll feel like we were besties ‍♀️ cannot wait to get to know you ❤️

• Comin’ back stronger than I was last week! • • • •

It’s SO weird seeing pictures of myself alone. It’s like, why is there not a baby on my hip and where is the rest of my family?! Nope. It’s just me here. That very thought lead me to be reminded of what it once felt like to struggle with my identity as a mother. So many moms experience this battle of self care vs. Child care why?! Why does becoming a mom feel like losing yourself, your freedom, your sleep, and your confidence? Mamas, you are more than a mom. You deserve time for yourself every now and then. You deserve sleep like everyone else. You are not selfish for wanting to finish your meal. Motherhood is a privilege, a joy, an obstacle, and a miracle... but it is not your identity. You are you, with or without you children. You have so much to offer. Don’t you forget that.