Breathe Magazine

This is my new roommate, Ben…

Actually, he’s not just my new roommate; he’s also my new husband. Ben and I got married three months ago. We didn’t live together before the wedding, so this whole ‘shacking up’ thing is completely new to us.

While living with the guy you’re in love with is fun and exciting, it has also required me to re-examine how I balance my work/healthy lifestyle/fun time. Even though we’re in love, we are two different people with different habits.

I have always gotten up early to exercise in the mornings and that is a non-negotiable. So I am out of bed before Ben realizes most day. But, we did come to a compromise where on Sundays I can stay in bed for a bit longer and he would take a long walk with me. We both love that one day a week we get to cuddle in bed and exercise together too.

Another way I have had to re-balance my habits is with cooking and eating. Ben loves red meat and I don’t touch the stuff. So, I plan and cook meat free meals, but give him the option to grill a steak and add it to his dinner. I have also discovered the crock pot is a lifesaver in cooking for my man (recipe to come).

Living together means we are growing together and getting to know each other better. But, it also means working together and compromising.

Ben is slowly teaching me that it’s okay to sleep in once a week. I am teaching him that not all meals need to include cheese. I know I am just starting to rebalance my new married life and I hope it will make me a healthier and happier person overall.

I’m happy to share my new experiences and healthy lifestyle with you Hope you enjoy!