So DS and I took our first Judo lesson last Tuesday and I am sooooo sore!!!  I have to tell you that it feels good though!

The struggle to pull out of my latest bout of post-partum depression has been extremely difficult.  Basically, life sucks and I need to deal with it.  A family friend has his daughter in Judo and she has really blossomed into a self-confident young lady...it is truly inspiring.

My own depression is hard enough to deal with, but I see the same pattern of self-doubt and melancholy in my 8 yr. old son.  It just rips my heart in two to see him struggle.  I want to give him the tools to deal with life in a ways I never had access to.

So...back to Judo.  It is a Japanese Martial Art that does not involve hitting.  One must rely on technique and physics to overcome an opponent.  Basically, smarts over strength, and I am happy to say that my DS is thrilled!!!  I am thrilled also because at 43 and 50 lbs. overweight, I am welcomed into a sport that will not only help to gain physical fitness, but challenge the mind and soul.

If any other Divas have experience with Judo, please share.  I will update as my journey continues.  In the mean time...OUCH! Judo is a better workout than any aerobics class that I have ever been to!!!

One of my friend's enrolled in karate after she had her son and she loves it. She says it really does wonders for her. I was actually going to check it out myself and then found out that I was expecting, so guess I have to wait!!