Day 1 Again!
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| my students drew this as a joke after I had a Dunkin Donuts iced coffee. hopefully nobody's offended. |
My students and coworkers have been pretty involved with trying to keep me accountable with my food choices. Literally from checking in daily to see what I brought for lunch, to making sure I avoid the sugar treats people bring in (even if that means prying the plate out of my hand). Trust me, I appreciate it. The problem of course, like with all accountability, is that your partners aren't always with you. Eventually, you're left by yourself to make the right choice.
I used to be a pretty healthy person. Well, relatively healthy. I used to work out all the time. Running outside before work or on the treadmill at they gym, or taking my was my favorite classes; body pump, kickboxing, step, and Zumba. But now it's not so easy to go whenever I want. I never was amazing at choosing healthy meals, but working out helped me to maintain. But I'm struggling to maintain now because not only am I not eating right, I haven't been able to work out consistently, which doesn't help my blood pressure or my pre-diabetic diagnosis. So the challenge is to figure out how to balance time so that all of my responsibilities don't become excuses for me not taking care of myself.
I know that being healthy physically is completely connected to spiritual, and emotional well-being. Discipline is key and quitting and playing around is no longer an option. I want to be around for my husband and baby (and any future babies) but I mainly want to do this for me so that I can live the best life possible. So I made a list that's definitely not exhaustive, but it's a start.
- plan out meals for the week. Down to the snack and desserts. Be real with yourself. I know I can't live without snacks so I will have to factor in healthy snacks when grocery shopping so I won't get caught having to run to McDonalds to get a McFlurry or apple pie late at night. (The deals on some of these apps makes you feel like you're crazy for not using it. But it'll be worth the pass.)
- log all meals. Back to myfittnesspal I go! It really helps to see those hidden sugars and calories that we've eaten throughout the day, sometimes unnecessarily.
- realize your not alone. I am blessed to have my husband to support me and be in this with me. But even if you don't have a significant other, let me assure you, God is our help. He's stronger than any willpower we can have.
- write down your goals but take it day by day. I know I can't go in with just the large picture of losing 30 pounds. I have to make small steps and count those victories each time. Over time, I will look back and see all the changes and realize that I reached my big goal.
- don't beat yourself up. You may mess up. You may eat that donut or drink that sugar-loaded latte. Don't let a slip up become your downfall and make you drop the whole journey. It's not easy but you can do it.
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