My purpose & ME

I have always been active. I played sports in high school and college. I also coach all different sports. However, after having my son I was unhappy with my weight. Before having him I was 148 lbs. Currently I am 168. This doesn't seem like a big difference, but I can feel the difference.
I decided to start working out again. It has been difficult since I coach and am currently back in school to obtain my master's. I took a sports psychology class and learned a lot.
Beginning my new routine was going to be difficult unless I was mentally prepared. I have done Tae Bo with Billy Banks and other Pilates workouts. I was even going to start the P90X, which I have heard great reviews. Instead I decided to go "INSANE" and do the Insanity workouts by Shaun T. Believe me, it is crazy.
I went into the program like I do with other workouts, a casual attitude. After the first 15mins I wanted to quit. It was difficult and it was much easier to stop then to finish. Luckily, I started this workout with my husband and he pushed me to finish. After the workout I talked with my husband and we re-grouped. We discussed what are goals were and how much we are willing to do to get those results.

Here's what I learned and here's my advice for any workout:
1. No matter how fast the workout is going, go at your pace. The DVD can't see if you are
in-sync with the program. Make sure you pace yourself.
2. Do what you can and rest as much as you need. Your safety is number priority when
beginning a new workout.
3. Remind yourself that you will not see results over night. It is a process that will take time.
4. Drink plenty of water
5. Continue the workout no matter what. You will be sore the next day, but after the first
couple of days you will feel better. (This is where you need to be mentally strong.) As long as
you are trying your best, you will be able to feel the difference in your endurance after awhile.
6. Do NOT and I repeat do NOT weigh yourself everyday, or every other day. Wait a week or
two. Like I said before, its not going to happen overnight.

I am going to continue my workout regime and will keep you posted on how I am doing and give you some ideas on how I keep pushing myself through this workout.