Life is way too short to not enjoy it to it's fullest. I have hit the 50 mark and don't think I've even started living. I spent 20 plus years in a job that was only partially fulfilling. I enjoyed the people that I worked with but the work itself was just OK. At the age of 48 I was forced to start my life over again. I lost my job and decided it was time for a huge change. With that mind set I moved from Washington State to Arizona. What a change that has been. The weather alone was a huge hit to my system. Going from cold rain and clouds to heat and sun was a major culture shock. I was never a big heat fan but I was really tired of being cold. You might say, "What the heck were you thinking moving to Arizona if you don't like heat?"! Well, I had family here and with me wanting to start over I felt I needed that family around me. I've adjusted to the heat although 115 degrees is still really rough. I kind of fell into my new career as an Activities Director for a 55+ RV Resort. That has been a real eye opener for me. Never one to want the spotlight or the all eyes on me environment, that is exactly where I find myself today. Who knew I would be the one organizing events and activities for groups of people ranging from 25 to 500. I love the people I serve and in turn I am loved by those same people.
So now that I have found a career I enjoy, it's time to start working on me as a person. Back in about 2009 I was diagnosed as being diabetic. Being extremely overweight, inactive and a major snacker I should not gave been surprised, but I was. Even with that awful diagnosis I did not change my habits. I am a terrible patient! I have not lost the weight. I still eat whatever I want and I don't exercise. BAD ME!!! I'm not sure what the trigger was for me but I've decided that it's time. I've made the decision that I am worth working on so here are my first set of goals.
GOALS
Exercise 3-4 times per week.
Purchased a treadmill for this one. Way too hot for me to walk outside. Even though I love to swim, the doctor told me that walking was a better way for me to go to achieve all over health.
Cut out soda pop.
Drink water! Based on the fact that I am starting at a weight of 200, I should be drinking 100 to 200 ounces a day. I'm shooting for 50 to 75 to start.
Cut out Salt.
I love salt! Potato chips, pretzels, popcorn. I salt everything. My first challenge will be cutting out the potato chips and pretzels. Also try to use less salt when cooking. Sad face!
These are the three I will start with. Goals will be reevaluated in two weeks, July 23rd. We'll see where we're at then.
So I'm terrible at taking selfies but here is my starting picture. Weight of 200 yucky pounds (final goal would be 135). Size of clothing is 14-16 (final goal would be size 6-8). Today's glucose test is 196,not good at all (goal is 100).
And so we are off!
Be happy, you're worth it!!!
Kim
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