I am stronger than my pain.

That's my new mantra.  Unfortunately, sometimes I have to say this to myself over and over again as I'm working out.  Over the last 2 years after back surgery, I've come to realize that my back pain is here to stay.  Sometimes I barely notice it, sometimes it limits me.  It won't stop me though.  I have faith that once this extra weight is gone, it will feel better.  So, I keep truckin, and believe that I am stronger than my pain!