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ouch, i think i pulled a muscle in my back…

it’s awful how out of shape you can become, without ever noticing it until you try to do the things you once did with no trouble.  i’m not talking about out of shape - my hips don’t squeeze into my pants…  i’m talking about out of shape - ow, i’m so sore from two days of light yoga!!  i used to be so strong, regardless of how my weight fluxuated, from my laborous job.  it’s been about a year since i’ve quit that job, and in that year i gained 30 lbs. mostly from lack of movement - although the boyfriend who enjoys (and can enjoy with no problem) large elaborate meals probably doesn’t help.  that’s how i get thwarted every time, there is just too much good food in the house.  anyway, i’ve always eaten a lot, but i used to burn it off.  now i have to make time and find the ambition to move.  and that ambition is something i’ve never really had..  i’m just not that physical.  i always hated gym class, and i am not good at much of anything that requires physical skill…  well i’m starting off lightly, and when my body’s shock is over, i want to try to add in some dance aerobic videos, but they are tough!  well i’m on day 3 of diet and exercise today, and 49 days to go till my vacation (at which time i really hope i can at least fit into some of my cuter clothes.