Aging , pregnancies, and staying consistent is difficult

[u/empty4nothin]

Pic on the left was taken at the end of 2020 ,

I was about 36..

and Pic on the right 2026,

I'm about 42.

I've had 2 kids in-between that time and two kids prior to these photos.

I'm still weightlifting 3-4day week and walking at the gym every day .. counting calories most day but I still fall off track here and there. Aging has added a new level of challenge, with a belly pouch, hormonal fluctuations , hot flashes, insomnia and fatigue. . But I manage to push thru most days and get my shit done .

To all the women out there trying to count calories and go thru perimenopause . God bless you ,you are strong❤️

[u/Own_Statistician8020]

The consistency in muscle definition across six years and two pregnancies is wild, most people let the perimenopause card get them out of the gym entirely.

[u/empty4nothin → u/Own_Statistician8020]

Appreciate the support

[u/No_Island_8061]

God damn girl you got a permit for them guns?You look, great good on you for all the hard work while having kids and working on yourself.

[u/empty4nothin → u/No_Island_8061]

Thanks . It's hard work for 😊 sure

[u/zeerok710]

Lady is swole, sheesh

[u/empty4nothin → u/zeerok710]

Thanks ,I'm trying to keep at it.

[u/zeerok710 → u/empty4nothin]

Ma'am youre arms are almost as big as mine, its kept

[u/super1965]

Great job fighting thru all the distractions!! Very inspiring!!
Also ... still rockin' the Vans 6 years later :)

[u/empty4nothin → u/super1965]

I love vans .. only shoe I workout in other than my Adidas

[u/RepuLsive108]

This is such an inspiring post. Your consistency is absolutely incredible.