I have to ask the question - is it a happy new year? It is the time of the year when people vow to D-I-E-T. Do you know how much I despise that word? It's almost as bad as the "F" word! Diets aren't for losing weight; lifestyle changes are what do it. So, for those people making RESOLUTIONS <ugh> to lose weight, do you have a plan or is it just the general "eat better, " "drink less soda," or "go to the gym more?"
Do I have a plan? Yes, I do. My husband's car is paid off in the Spring and we are going to join the "Y." I am going to take water aerobics classes. I am going to eat less junk food, fewer calories, not have a full dessert every night for dessert and pay attention to <gasp> portion size. Yes, these things are all important. No, they are not "fun." I have to admit the last water aerobics class I took was pretty fun!
However, I have surgery this week and am going to be laid up for 4-6 weeks. That gets us that much closer to when we can get to a workout facility. I do have an exercise bike here (recumbent, so better on my back), but I'll still be very limited with any extreme movement for a bit.
I lost 75 lbs in 2007 and it felt great! Then some stuff happened and I gained it all back, not able to go to the gym or interested in eating right. Well, I had surgery that year, too! Maybe this is a sign. (no, I don't really believe in signs) So, is anyone with me? Does anyone want to join in? We can share progress reports!
Happy New Year Jennifer!
ReplyDeleteI will join you...well, I'll promise to cheer you on if you promise to encourage me to keep going to the Y. For me, weight loss would be a bonus. I just want to build my muscles back up and get in better cardiovascular shape.
Kristin, that sounds great! Whatever the reason, I think most red-blooded humans need some encouragement to consistently make it to the gym. I got your back if you got mine!
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