bwestgat’s BodyBlog

With the changes in my job recently I have been very busy.  I hve not stopped working out but I have not been able to check my blog as often as I like.  For that I want to appologize to those of you out there who have been checking in every so often.  My weight is down to a respectful 184 pounds and I have started riding my bike to work and back each day to add some cardio to my routine (that and bike riding really increases my leg strength and size).  I have been eating well, the typical 6 meals a day and only cheating once a week.  So I am still committed to the healthy lifestyle.  I hope you have not given up on me and I hope you keep dropping into my blog I do appreciate it.  Take care everyone and keep lifting!

Hey all, I was gone for the last 4 days at a course.  I just found out while I was gone that I got the job I interviewed for.  The only problem is that it is in Victoria and I live in Vernon (8 hours including ferry ride).  However those that hired me said that I could be based in Vernon.  So now they have sweetened the pot.  I can get a promotion and still live in Vernon.  The only problem with this is that I will be expected to spend some time in Victoria.  Which means being away from the family at times.  This worries me.  I decided to accept the job (you don’t get ahead in life without risk) but do my absolute best to spen as much time as I can with my family.  So we’ll see how it works out.

The other issue is that I have a gym membership in Vernon and will need one in Victoria as well.  This can be a significant cost.  So I am looking into gyms in Victoria that are close to my work in a hopes of finding something good.  I have also talked to my employer to see if they can find a free gym or get a discount at a gym.  Anything will help.  So big changes for me and my family.  I refuse to fall into the tragety of the "or" which means work or family.  I believe in the virtues of the "and".  Which means I can have a solid career and a healthy family life.  Balance is important.  Fitting in health as well makes it more difficult but not impossible.  So what I am saying is I am going to give this a try and do my best to balance my health, my family and my career.

I will keep you posted.  In the meantime, lift heavy and eat right.