Owning the Muffin

Last week, I did something I don't normally do. I tucked in my shirt - twice. I usually don't do this for fear that a super-sized muffin top will protrude over the top of my pants, but last week I owned the muffin.

Looking in the mirror, I realized it didn't look that bad after all, especially compared to all the women out there who own way more muffin than I have. So, the shirt tails went in, and I liked it. I actually thought I looked good and even felt a little fierce! I also wore a little makeup that week, which I don't usually do either, and that probably helped me in owning my body.

Confidence is definitely the name of the game. That's a no-brainer, but often takes a while to learn. When you exude confidence, people will look past your body shape.

I dedicate this posting to one of my dear, fierce single mommy friends who has shown me by example that size doesn't matter. You can rock anything and still be attractive as long as you exude confidence, own your body, and work it!

For more information about muffin tops, please visit Everything You Need To Know About Muffin Tops. It's a really cool, informative blog that includes information on hiding your muffin, exercises to get rid of it, and even a discussion on surgery options.

I'm definitely going to try some of the exercises. Just because I own my muffin doesn't mean I plan to keep it!  ;)

- M