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I have lost several pounds in the past week. I'm worried that I'm losing muscle, because I haven't been working out as much as I had been prior to the Charles and Hooch regattas. Rowing practices have quieted down -- practices have been boring and plodding, focusing more on drills and technique than racing -- so the need to keep in shape has diminished.
I thought I'd never, ever say this, ever, but I don't want to lose any more weight.
I was at a comfortable, healthy 143 a month ago, and I wasn't and am not embarrassed to tell people my weight any more. I like being somewhat muscular, and I like being strong -- but that's mostly a product of my desire to try to keep up with all of the other healthy, strong women I row with and not to feel like an anchor in the boat.
For the first time, I think I need to increase my workouts to gain weight.
Current mood: Chipper
Current music: Electric Light Orchestra | Turn to Stone