From Here I Move Forward..Day #11

Even a month & 1/2 back when I was preparing to ride my bike I knew it would take much more exertion. I have pushed and done all that is required to gain a life-long-way-of health-and-fitness. Still not where I want to be. However my goal is in reach. I finally weighed in just to see how I am coming along. Since June 3rd I have lost 10 lbs. Keep pushing!!!!

Mental Strength Produces...Day#9

Today's challenge begins with a lot of activity. This is what burns the calories. Riding my bicycle which is a mere manual paddling type, so requires much leg movement. Later I'll do a 30 minute power walk and Upper Body Video, in addition to my 10 minute Ab. Lastly I will use my push mower to mow the yard. So, I believe I may very well burn some calories. I am noticing more arm and leg definition while the waistline begins to find a shape. Yeah! Why quit? I am on a thrill of a lifetime at my age. I say if I can, you can. I am confident that my blood work at the end of August will produce some great numbers. I am out to prove to myself and the doctors that healthy eating with the right consumption plus exercise will produce a body free of meds and full of life.

Yesterday I was really burning those calories. I did an hour Power Walk in the crazy heat we have, later in the day I did a 30 minute full body cardio and a 10 minute Ab workout in addition to much walking, outside of my normal workout. 

"Be mentally stronger than what you physically feel." 

I believe if you can power through a regimental exercise plan with this in mind you will achieve your goal. I'm betting on it.

Never Give Up-Day #7

Today I am giving it all I have even though my body is saying, "NO!"

Yesterday my body felt depleted of all energy, sore to the bone and my bulging disc in lower back wanted me to stop. I did slow down, but still got my 30 minutes of exercise in even though some were modified. 

Eating at proper intervals so the body is being fed, eating clean and drinking lots of water will keep me on track and feeling much better. It is daily educating myself to what foods provide more energy at the times I need them and what foods tend to elevate the sugar and blood pressure. Today I have learned to keep afloat I must "Just Keep Swimming".

Before The Sun Goes Down on Day #5

Yes! I am still going strong even with some of my health frailties. Got a 30 minute hard core cardio done and 10 minutes of non-stop Ab workout. Out for a PW (power walk) before the sun goes down. Topping this day off with evening meal of Ground Beef Patry (95%>) and a cup of Salad with my own home-made Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing. Oh! Not to forget the water. Hydrating cleans out those toxins, especially when you are eating healthy.

To that I say, "Day well done!"

Moving On..Day #4 Down

Doing much better with the exercises. Must mean my body is adapting to a little cardio and weights. Keeping up with at least a 30 minute power walk, although this was the first day I had to bypass the walk. I was extremly exhausted, but will pick it up plus more tomorrow. My Blood Pressure is so unreal GREAT that I am to-the-moon-and-back happy with myself. My major concern is my sugar. It has only tapped into single digits a couple of times, so tomorrow will be my first check in about a week. No weigh in at all until I hit Day #21 and that morning I will run to those scales. If I have not made it to my goal weight then it's another 21 Day Fix. I believe I will have time to do one more round before my 3 month follow up with the doctors for more testing. It is one day at a time and one pound at a time. Nothing is going to happen if I don't move. I am pushing it!!!

Never Give Up

On this my 2nd day of my "Getting Fit Journey" #3 I'm learning my body's requirements. Adequate amount of sleep is defiantly a must. Exercise actually makes the body want to rest. My average  healthy-feel-better sleep time is 7-8 hrs. If I fall short of that my body does not respond as well to exercise. Also, it is eating throughout the day small meals instead of larger ones. Of course, eating the right amount of the nourishing foods best fuels the body. We don't want to forget water. At first I had to make myself drink the required water amount of 50%  daily, but no more. I actually want it. I  have omitted sweet drinks and I do not miss them. So that's it for today. I am staying true to my goals whether it takes me weeks or months, but I'm never giving up.

Making Change Happen

According to Dr Maxwell Maltz, a plastic surgeon in 1950s, it would take about 21 days for his patient to see a difference. Hence the quote "it takes 21 days to form a new habit." 

With my recent 21 Day Fix plan of eating and exercising regularly I believe this to be an accurate statement. So much so that I am entering into doing it again. Listen as I tell you my short story.

http://youtu.be/UzLCr6eQjIE

Journey #2 FINISHED!!

July 13th I weighed in and took those measurement. I grabbed the Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor and  the One Touch Ultra. 

Can you believe it???!!!! I lost 12-14 inches, depending on areas one measures. Although on this 2nd 21 days I only lost 3 pounds, I built up muscle mass so I was not dishearted but excited. My BP continues to amaze me at the low readings. My blood sugar is not consistent yet, but is much lower. A few days I dipped into double digits. It is my goal to stay there. I do not like those 3 digits even low as they may be. After all, it is the A1C test that will determine Diabetes. I still have until September 1st for my first testing. Second comes in late November, early December. This one is my final test before it is determined if I am to be labeled "Diabetic and go on BP meds".  

I say, "No way!"

I actually believe in what I am doing is what is required to be healthy. We tend to take medicine when we could have beaten it by eating right and exercising daily. I recently stopped my cholesterol meds and my arthritis meds. Blood work in Septmeber will be a big factor as to whether I made a good decision or not. I believe in the power of a healthy body!

Yesterday I set up a small secret FB group of friends & family to inspire others to get up off the sofa and on the feet. Motivation is great for all of us. I am excited to see how we all do and learn new recipes and maybe a new exercise or two. 

I officially begin Journey #3 July 20th with my original group, drinking my daily shake with many nutrients  and tracking my foods and exercising daily. 

I will post a small daily update on this next exciting hurdle.

Wish me luck!!!

I am in it to win it!!!!!

Almost There

My second consecutive 21 Day Journey is almost at a close. I am excited to see the results of what I have accomplished. I see it in my energy. I see it in the mirror. I see it in the clothes I wear. However, the scales and measuring tape will confirm how well I have done. The amazing part of this journey is that my health has improved. Blood pressure and blood sugar are both in a normal range.i have not denied myself any foods good for me, only those that aren't. I will take a week reprieve and begin my third 21 day journey of eating healthy and exercising daily. Every journey we take has a few hurdles but we overcome. I am an overcomer!

I am Strong!

"There is nothing more beautiful than believing in yourself."

Be all of you, your strength, your thoughts, your heart, your desires, your passions and through it all simply smile. At the end of the day you can say,"I AM STRONG!" Powerful thoughts bring powerful happenings.

~Kayron D. Huff

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Day 17

As this day ends I think back to when I began this journey. June 1st began 21 days of doing it my way. I did well, lost a few pounds, got to feeling healthier and felt much more alive. But on Day #22 I started over on a new program, more strict, more accountable and results began to come about much more rapidly. So as I started Day #1 of the 21 Day Fix program, I truly became motivated as the coach and other members held me accountable. I have 4 days left in this round. I intend to give it my all. I will take a week off and start over. 

Day 13

On this 21 Day Fit Program I am learning more about my body's capabilities. Age has no bearing on whether we can or cannot. It is the mind that takes us there. Sometimes it takes people to motivate us, sometimes it takes a health scare and other times it simply takes a determination of personal will to begin a healthy lifestyle for life. 

Today my 13th day of this program I am challenged more as the soreness sets in, but it will not beat me. I see improvement in my shape, the clothes I wear, the way I feel but the scales are not as cooperative. If I am to stay with this program I must continue to educate myself on the "what, when and why" of overall healthy eating & lifestyle. So my first step is to realize and document evidence. I find that muscle weight is heavier in weight than fat.  While I have basically lost very little on this last 21 day journey, my body has taken on a new form, less around the waist, arms, chest, thighs and even my hands. My blood pressure is at a normal range and my resting blood sugar is also in a normal range. This is a battle I intend to win. We can accomplish much if we just put our mind and heart into it. Be our own motivator! Just do it!