The story goes, "if you want a good life eat right & exercise". Kind of not true because you can eat whatever you want and have a life, not necessarily a good one. It is when I was faced with a health issue that I said, "No More!"
My doctor ran the test one day and the next day I was sitting in her office dreading the outcome. I had known for the last two years that my diet was not like it use to be. My weight fluctuated a few pounds up and down, but nothing drastic. I had gone through physical therapy a couple of times for some back issues. My exercise regiment was defeated, at least this is what I told myself. So the "I-will-do-better-later attitude" was born. Meals prepared at home were seldom. Eating out or going through a drive-thru was so easier. I had responsibilities. They were keeping me busy. I was stressing over things I had no control over. Slowly I was giving up on me and giving into everything and everyone. So when the doctor sat back in her chair turned around and faced me I knew times were about to change. They did. I was diagnosed with diabetes and high blood pressure. What an awakening! She was about to write a prescription when I said, "Wait!" She looked up and was prepared to speak when I simply stated, "give me a chance to change this through diet and exercise".
I was surprised at her response. She was in agreement, even liked the idea that I chose to try and beat it before I chose medicine. I have 6 months to correct this diagnosis. I have seen a dietician, gone back to the gym, become more active, less stressed and get the required rest to maintain a healthy life. Each day brings renewed hope that I will accomplish my goal: to be healthy and fit.
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