I am the world's worst when it comes to knowing what to do for my health and weight and actually doing it. I know I need to eat more fruits and veg, limit my sodium, get a healthy amount of whole grains and lean protein, and drink plenty of water. But! too much of the time I have followed my taste buds and not my head, and that is why I am where I am! Food is my drug of choice...if I'm down, I eat. If I'm stressed, I eat. If I'm angry or upset, I eat. For fun I eat. And that has got to change. I need a 12 step program for food. No kidding.
I also know I need regular exercise--aerobic and calorie burning, strength training and flexibility maintenance. And as we age it's important to work on our balance and coordination. Basically, if you don't use it, you lose it! So, I have begun walking again. (Followed by stretches.) I don't know why I fight it so much, except maybe I'm just lazy. I always feel so good afterwards! Everyone always wants a magic pill to get skinny, but these pills always come with some dangerous side effects. Diet and exercise is way too much like work, while eating is fun and comforting! Discipline, discipline, discipline. (Why does that sound so negative?)
I had a pleasant walk today with my hubby along the Tennessee river. It was warm and muggy (Summer in the South!) but there was a lovely breeze to cool us and keep us going. It was a good way to end the weekend and prepare for the busy week ahead. What other kind of magic pill do you need?
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