Waiting out the rain to play Volleyball

1. Playing Beach Volleyball in Florida

1 year ago I relocated from Utah to Florida. Before the move I was playing sand volleyball twice a week. It was a huge part of my activity, mental and social health. 

You’d think moving to a place with beaches everywhere I’d easily be able to find a replacement. 

The truth is, yes I found a group pretty quickly but NO it is not so easy to play. 

Why? 

The weather. 

I got myself out of bed at 6:30 AM so I could go play. I’m sitting in my car— along with some fellow enthusiasts— trying to wait out the rain. 

I cancelled two Pilate class spots so I could play volleyball instead 😆

Lesson learned. 

Health and fitness goals

I have had my weight go up a LOT this past year. Even with drastically changing my nutrition, stress and activity (or so I thought. I attended reformer Pilates 4-5 days a week for 6 months or more.)

I got my hormones checked and because I use an IUD results are inconclusive. 

The two thing I can conclude that are different in my life vs 3 years ago when I lost 15 ish pounds:

1. I’m 3 years older. I’m closer to 40 than I am 30. 

2. My body is still recovering from the stress of relocating . Cortisol can do a number on us 

3. I’m not moving my body enough. My Apple Watch data confirms this. 

Setting New Goals

1. I’m trying to get 10,000 steps a day. I bought a cheap mini treadmill that is making this goal very easy to hit 

2. I’m going to weight lift/do more intense exercise than Pilates 3x a week minimum. Week 1 went well. 

3. I’m going to stay committed to nutrition cutting goals. I count macros and stay around 1,600 calories a day. 

4. I’ll make sure to do recovery movement and mobility so I don’t injure myself. 

Results 2 weeks in

I’m down almost 3 pounds. A good, healthy pace.