tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1347786953043502252024-03-13T04:37:44.140-07:00Lighten Up with Kate34-year-old Kate Bloom, of Willoughby, has plenty of support in her journey to get healthy. She wants to get back to being the active person she was as a youngster.Lighten Up Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740724090759901848noreply@blogger.comBlogger40125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-134778695304350225.post-26547243967543564462012-07-25T04:17:00.001-07:002012-07-25T04:17:04.992-07:00Tough Break<div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal>I’m on my second round of antibiotics and I just can’t seem to kick this cough. I’ve really been trying to eat very well, but not exercising a whole bunch. This is all very disappointing at this point in the contest. I had very high hopes for this month. <o:p></o:p></p></div>Lighten Up Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740724090759901848noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-134778695304350225.post-84977479354704224062012-07-23T05:09:00.001-07:002012-07-23T05:09:21.211-07:00Sick!<div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal>I have been really struggling in the last week or so. I got bronchitis and it held up my work outs for almost a week. I’m feeling somewhat better, but still a little slow. I’m going to try to make it back into the gym today, but we’ll see how that goes. Talk about bad timing to get sick! I’m going to have to really push myself this week to try to make sure I show a loss. <o:p></o:p></p></div>Lighten Up Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740724090759901848noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-134778695304350225.post-91736029025878372792012-07-12T06:12:00.001-07:002012-07-12T06:12:27.213-07:00A Couple Weeks Left<div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'>I must say that I feel pretty amazing. I cut out meat and dairy from my diet just to see if the pounds would come off a little quicker. Not only have I lost a few, but I also feel really great. It may just be in my head, but I guess that is where it counts…right? I feel more alert and focused. Could all the articles have been true? I’ll have to do this a bit longer to come up with a definitive answer to that, but so far, so good. I thought I would be hungrier, but I don’t seem to be. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'>It looks like quite a few of my fellow contestants are going to run in the Johnnycake Jog. I’m going to be out of town, so I won’t be able to be there in person, but I’ll be there in spirit. I will walk my 5K that day too, just not in the same place. I want to wish all of them lots of luck and have fun! I wish I could be there. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'>Only a little over two weeks until this contest is over. I have to admit, I’m going to be a little bummed. I’ve enjoyed this journey more than I thought I would. I’m still going to try to lose enough for first place, but it’s going to be tough. Lisa Sheer is a tough competitor and has worked her behind off…literally. Her achievements have motivated me to work harder and harder. I think if she hadn’t done so well, I may not have pushed myself as much. Being a part of this team of people has been a unique and incredible opportunity. Everyone’s blogs have been amazing. Sometimes you just need to see that other people have the same struggles that you do. Laura Kessler, who runs the contest, has also been incredibly motivating. She came to my house and worked out with me and I know she’s done the same for others. I’ve also gotten the chance to work out with Desirea Thompson and Michael Kadlub. I had fun doing the P90X with them, but it was tough. I couldn’t have done half of what I can do now and the beginning of this contest. I feel like I’ve already won!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p></div>Lighten Up Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740724090759901848noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-134778695304350225.post-32718539649315064822012-07-10T10:23:00.001-07:002012-07-10T10:23:28.845-07:00New Diet Plan<div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'>I’m attempting a new way to approach my weight loss. I struggled a bit last month, but am feeling pretty good this month. I’m not counting my calories as closely, but am really watching what I am eating. I’ve stopped eating animal products for the time being and am feeling pretty great. It’s a little bit of work to ensure that I get enough protein, but I think I’m doing a pretty good job. I’m not saying I will never eat these things again, but I’m reading more and more about the health benefits of a plant based diet. It’s nice not to have to weigh every little thing that I put in my mouth. I’ll give it a week to see if I am seeing the results I want. I hope it does, because so far this has been pretty effortless and I’m enjoying the food. I’m really going to try to focus on how I feel rather than how I look. If I feel good from good fuel, I imagine the weight will come off too. I miss dairy a bit, but it hasn’t been too bad. I’ll let you know if this plant based business lives up to the hype. Stay tuned….<o:p></o:p></p></div>Lighten Up Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740724090759901848noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-134778695304350225.post-6700022561973339742012-07-02T05:11:00.001-07:002012-07-02T05:11:45.042-07:00The Final Stretch<div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'>I have no intention of coming in second in this contest. I had a rough weigh in this past weekend, but still showed a loss. I’m going to have to kick it into high gear this last month if I am going to come close to winning. I have also been thinking about what my game plan will be after the contest is over. The blogging and weighing in has really helped keep me accountable, but what is going to keep me accountable once that ends? I’m going to have to figure something out. For now, I will focus on what I can do by the end of this month. It’s going to be tough, but I’m going to give it all I got. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div>Lighten Up Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740724090759901848noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-134778695304350225.post-79675288170893015492012-06-29T11:14:00.001-07:002012-06-29T11:14:25.714-07:00Thank You Shari<div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'>I ran into my previous manager (Shari) in the locker room at work today. She is a super health conscious women who is always so supportive. She’s never too pushy, but always has a quick tip or a bit of advice if you’re looking for it. It got me thinking about all of the people in my life who live healthy lives. I draw inspiration from them and I hope to inspire someone else with my story. For instance, my mom has always been health conscious. She’s in her 60’s and takes two YMCA classes a day. I’m not talking about Yoga for seniors either. She does boot camp and every other crazy class they offer. Then there is my dad, who told me the other day, that he has never tried sausage gravy cause he knows he’ll like it and it’s not good for him, so he’s just stayed away from it. He is also eating a primarily vegan diet to take off a few extra pounds. He is the slimmest I’ve ever seen him and he looks amazing. My brother runs ultra-marathons and my sister-in-law is a yoga master. With all of these healthy folks surrounding me, how can I possibly fail? I suppose I am the only one that stands between me and success. <o:p></o:p></p></div>Lighten Up Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740724090759901848noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-134778695304350225.post-53033879079596717042012-06-25T12:30:00.000-07:002012-06-25T12:31:20.736-07:005k<div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal>3.1 miles is how far I went on the treadmill today. That’s right….5k. I jogged about 2.25 miles and had to walk about .75 miles, but darnit….I did it! This might not seem like much of an accomplishment to some, but for me, this is huge. Since the beginning of this contest, I have been using the elliptical, the bike, and taking classes. I have recently started running a bit and at first it was ridiculously difficult. I could do an hour on the elliptical, but couldn’t run for more than a couple minutes at a time. Now I’m jogging away and not feeling like I’m going to fall down. I have learned a few lessons, with my new activity, that I will pass onto you. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>1.<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span><![endif]>Make sure your workout clothes fit properly. Pants that will stay up on the elliptical, may not stay up during a run. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>2.<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span><![endif]>A good bra will keep those around you from talking about you behind your back. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>3.<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span><![endif]>It gets easier every time. It’s not easy, but it certainly isn’t as hard as it used to be. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div>Lighten Up Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740724090759901848noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-134778695304350225.post-23590358898197611562012-06-21T05:27:00.001-07:002012-06-21T05:27:29.729-07:00Motivated<div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal>I am definitely feeling more motivated today. I plan on having a good workout and watching what I eat. Yesterday was rough, but I think everyone has those days. I assume that it is what you do the next day that determines how successful you will be. <o:p></o:p></p></div>Lighten Up Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740724090759901848noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-134778695304350225.post-4523367939988315782012-06-20T09:53:00.001-07:002012-06-20T09:53:40.084-07:00Frumpy Dumpy Day<div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal>I have had a rough couple of days. Not sure why, but I just don’t have any energy at all. I managed to get down to the gym for some cardio, but it wasn’t very impressive. So, today I will work on making sure I eat all of the right things. I’m sure tomorrow will be better. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>P.S. I went to the doctor’s office the other day to see if I could get off of my last blood pressure pill. Unfortunately, I cannot…..yet, but I won’t stop until I can. <o:p></o:p></p></div>Lighten Up Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740724090759901848noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-134778695304350225.post-61007540648933072752012-06-13T04:55:00.000-07:002012-06-13T04:56:33.512-07:00Drug Free?<div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'>I’ve started to add some weight training and some jogging to my workout and I must admit that my energy level is way up. I haven’t jogged in years. It’s pretty hard, but I feel so great once I’ve done it. I can’t quite jog the entire time, but it’s going pretty well. I “run” for sixty paces and then I walk for 30. I intend to switch it to more “running” and less walking until I can run the whole time. Sounds like a small step, but if you would have asked me to jog, four months ago, I would have told you that was crazy. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'>This evening I am going to the doctor to see if I can get off the final pill I am taking for my blood pressure. I have been taken off the other two for blood pressure and one for cholesterol, but I want to be med free. That seems like such a big accomplishment. It’s probably one of the things I am most excited about. I’ll let you know what the doc says. Have a great Wednesday!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p></div>Lighten Up Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740724090759901848noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-134778695304350225.post-17723398595391203482012-06-11T07:50:00.001-07:002012-06-11T07:50:16.180-07:00Stay the Course<div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal> I had a very active weekend with my family. Saturday morning, my personal trainer, Jane came over and kicked my whole families behind. I like to call it Backyard Boot Camp, because that is just what it is. Jane sets up multiple activities and we do each one for a minute. What an incredible workout. My abs were pretty sore on Sunday, but my 15 year old step-daughter was limping around like an old lady. My husband and my 6 year old step-daughter seemed to be ok. After our workout we headed to the beach for some swimming and we went to the pool on Sunday. I felt like we had a very productive and healthy weekend. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> My eating hasn’t been perfect lately, but I’m back on track and kicking my workouts up a notch. I plan on doing cardio 4 to 5 times a week and doing weights 3 to 4 times (per G.I. Jane). I like that I am not in first place right now, because it gives me a challenge and that always works for me. I will do my best to win this competition, but Lisa Sheer isn’t making it easy. She is doing incredibly well and is a weight losing machine! <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> In reading the other contestants blogs, or the lack there of, I am finding that everyone seems to be struggling right now. It’s hard to keep motivated, but we all have to dig deep and give it a shot. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p></div>Lighten Up Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740724090759901848noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-134778695304350225.post-15515155397290545402012-06-07T08:08:00.000-07:002012-06-07T08:09:02.730-07:00Not Feeling Well<div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'>I’m feeling a little under the weather today and I am fighting eating things that I shouldn’t. I know that when I’m not feeling well or really tired it seems to trigger me wanting to eat poorly. Yesterday, I didn’t do so well, but today, I’m fighting the good fight. I’m going to head to the gym, but who knows what kind of workout I’m going to have. I assume that something is better than nothing, so I’ll do it any way. I think today is going to be a rough one, but I keep telling myself that if I just get through today, tomorrow will be better. <o:p></o:p></p></div>Lighten Up Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740724090759901848noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-134778695304350225.post-817560203088944442012-05-31T10:40:00.000-07:002012-05-31T10:41:01.152-07:00I Love Being a Loser!<div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal> Two days until our next weigh-in and I’m feeling pretty good. I’m not expecting a huge loss, but some loss. I’ve been switching around my diet and my exercise. The variety keeps me interested when I get in a rut. I wish everyone in the contest, good luck for Saturday. It seems like month four was a tough one for lots of people. Hopefully, we will all show a loss this month. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p></div>Lighten Up Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740724090759901848noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-134778695304350225.post-70314830047936381502012-05-29T07:05:00.001-07:002012-05-29T07:05:09.374-07:00Renewed Motivation<div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'>This Saturday morning my friend Jane Telich came over to help me out with some personal training. The last time I worked with a personal trainer, it was a terrible experience, so I have to admit I was a little apprehensive this time. I couldn’t have been more wrong. It was one of the most fun workouts I have had in a long time. It was a boot camp style workout and my step-daughters and husband participated too. Everyone was into it and everyone had a great workout. She was incredible. She read me and made sure I was comfortable with everything I was doing. I couldn’t have been more pleased. The diet and exercise has been a little slow, so her help was much needed. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'>There were lots of picnics this weekend, so inevitably I ate more than I would have liked to, but today is a new day and I’m starting a new 10 day diet plan. Hopefully it will be just what I need to kick start things. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'>It still surprises me every time I hear that people actually read this blog. I always just assume it’s my parents and the other contestants, but it turns out there are more. So I figured I’d say hi to a couple. So hello Scott and Aly Hardy, Mrs. Barr, Mom, Dad, Dave, Sara, and everyone else who reads. I thank you all for your support. My friend Lisa told me this weekend that what I am doing motivates her to want to be healthier and that motivates me. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'>P.S. Thanks again Jane!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div>Lighten Up Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740724090759901848noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-134778695304350225.post-28866438980746289352012-05-21T09:48:00.001-07:002012-05-21T09:48:29.498-07:00Weekends<div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal>The weekends are killing me! During the week, I eat well and exercise every day. Every weekend, I eat too much and don’t exercise enough. Then I spend the next couple days undoing what I have done over the weekend. So, this weekend, my friend “Not So Plain” Jane Telich will be coming over to teach a boot camp class to me and my family. My family doesn’t know it yet, but I’m hoping they will participate with me. My six year old step-daughter will be into it, but I’m not so sure about the 15 year old. She might take some convincing. I’ll be sure to keep you posted on how things go. It should be fun and hopefully will help me put an end to the weekend weight gain. <o:p></o:p></p></div>Lighten Up Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740724090759901848noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-134778695304350225.post-71765967385176536732012-05-18T04:45:00.001-07:002012-05-18T04:45:41.664-07:00Great People<div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal>I was reading through some of my fellow contestants blogs and it seems that some of the people are struggling a little bit right now. It’s nice to know that I am not the only one who has obstacles to overcome. I love being a part of this community of people. I read everyone’s blogs, pretty regularly, and feel like I know them. I enjoy our weigh-ins as I get a chance to talk to each of these people and see what is or what isn’t working. I love being a part of this contest and this group. Everyone is so uplifting and supportive. I count myself lucky to have been chosen. <o:p></o:p></p></div>Lighten Up Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740724090759901848noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-134778695304350225.post-86687654436219684592012-05-16T07:28:00.001-07:002012-05-16T07:28:55.464-07:00I'm Back!<div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal> I had a rough week last week. I definitely was eating things I shouldn’t and not exercising as much as I should. But, no worries…….I’m back! The last three days have been going well and I’m feeling like things are back in order. I can’t quite pinpoint where I went wrong, which is probably why I have a problem in the first place. I have some theories, but who knows? I hope I can keep on the straight and narrow and show a good loss this month. <o:p></o:p></p></div>Lighten Up Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740724090759901848noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-134778695304350225.post-83093693635340120252012-05-09T06:37:00.001-07:002012-05-09T06:37:59.242-07:00P90X is Brutal<div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal>Last night I met some of the folks from the contest at Slim and Fit gym to do some P90X. I’ve never done P90X before, so I wasn’t sure what to expect. WOW! It was pretty tough. Just about everything hurts today. We did the Plyocide video. There was lots of jumping and planking and sweating. The News-Herald sent a photographer, so I am hoping that they caught a picture of me jumping because that is really the most flattering of all poses (sarcasm). I can say that when it was over I was glad I did it and I can see why the people in those videos are so ripped. I was very impressed with my fellow contest, Michael Kadlub’s, ability to jump three feet off the floor. My two inch vertical did not quite stand up to his vertical, but it was still fun. <o:p></o:p></p></div>Lighten Up Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740724090759901848noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-134778695304350225.post-83674273505226819092012-05-07T07:45:00.001-07:002012-05-07T07:45:17.022-07:003 More Months To Go<div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'>For month three I have lost 10 more pounds. I’m not disappointed, but feel like I really could have done a little better. The good news is that I have three more months to do better. My fellow contestant, Lisa, has slid into first place. She is definitely kicking butt and I am very proud of the progress she is making. Moving into second place has opened my eyes and makes me want it even more. I’m planning on losing a good amount of weight this month. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'>I’ve lost a total of 53 lbs. and feel so much better. Over the weekend, my step-daughters and I played the Wii Dance game and it was so much easier than three months ago. I was able to do song after song and wasn’t winded at all. I can’t begin to describe how amazing that feels. <o:p></o:p></p></div>Lighten Up Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740724090759901848noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-134778695304350225.post-89614323767778370422012-05-02T04:37:00.001-07:002012-05-02T04:37:57.961-07:00Disappointed<div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'>Weigh in this week was slightly disappointing. I showed a loss, but less than I was hoping for. I feel like I could have done better, which I plan on this month. Yesterday I wasn’t feeling so good. I just had a little bit of a cold, I think. I thought being sick would decrease my appetite, but it was the exact opposite. I was so hungry all day yesterday. I’m not sure if I was seeking something to make myself feel better or if I was really hungry. I definitely went over my allotted calories yesterday, but didn’t eat anything too bad. But, I am feeling better today and today is a new day. My goal is at least 15 lbs. this month, so I’m going to have to really work hard. <o:p></o:p></p></div>Lighten Up Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740724090759901848noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-134778695304350225.post-47048431215277561622012-04-23T10:45:00.001-07:002012-04-23T10:45:25.761-07:00Feeling Good<div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'>I started this month off a little slower than I would have liked, but things are coming together pretty well. I have been eating well and exercising and all-in-all, I feel pretty good. I definitely feel a million times better than I did three months ago. I’m hoping to drop a couple more pounds before weigh in this weekend. I don’t know that I will lose the most this time, but I’d like to try to be a contender. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'>I went to the movies yesterday and noticed that I fit in the chairs a little more comfortably. I also had my toe nails done the other day and the pedicure chair was more comfortable than usual too. It’s amazing how much I put up with, being heavy, before I did anything. What a strange thing. I wouldn’t stand for so many things in my life, but I stood for that, for quite a while. Life only gets better and better each day. I am so thankful that I found the motivation to do this and hope that I have the strength to keep it up. <o:p></o:p></p></div>Lighten Up Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740724090759901848noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-134778695304350225.post-69339614170414946172012-04-16T09:44:00.001-07:002012-04-16T09:44:57.975-07:00Slow Start<div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal> I’m feeling a little behind this month. I’ve had a very slow start. The scale hasn’t been moving like I want it to. So, I’m kicking it into over-drive. No more skipping workouts or going over calories for the day. The next 12 days is going to be all business. I’m going to work out tonight and twice tomorrow. I can feel the other contestants nipping at my heels. If I want to stay in the lead it’s going to take some real dedication in the next couple of weeks. <o:p></o:p></p></div>Lighten Up Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740724090759901848noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-134778695304350225.post-36806745307902557452012-04-12T04:54:00.001-07:002012-04-12T04:54:20.553-07:00Food For Thought<div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'>It was Hippocrates who said “Let food be thy medicine and let thy medicine be food.” How could someone who lived so long ago have been so wise and we have become so confused. The reason I bring any of this up is I have noticed in recent contestant’s blogs that they are losing weight/eating better/exercising and therefor, being taken off their blood pressure, diabetes, and cholesterol medicine. And as of yesterday, I am now off of my cholesterol pills and two pills that I was taking for high blood pressure (one more to go). It seems odd to me that every time I go to the doctor’s office, and something is wrong, they don’t tell me to quit eating the cheeseburgers and throw some greens into my diet. The response is always that I can take a pill to manage that. They’re not wrong, the pill does manage the issue, but is it the best way to go? I’m certainly not a medical doctor, but it seems like nutrition should be a more vital part in our medical care. Although, prescribing fruits and vegetables doesn’t bring in the money like a year’s supply of Zocor does. I don’t blame the doctor’s either. They save lives every day. My general practitioner is amazing and I wouldn’t trade her for anything. Nutrition can’t solve all of our problems, but it seems like if we took responsibility for some of our medical care through good eating and exercise we could only be better off. Now the hard part….practicing what I preach!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p></div>Lighten Up Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740724090759901848noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-134778695304350225.post-77297356836163784642012-04-10T05:18:00.001-07:002012-04-10T05:18:53.553-07:00Tough Start<div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal>This month has started off to be the most difficult month so far in the contest. I’ve had a few stumbling blocks, but am still focused. My eating has been in check and that is usually the hard part for me. My motivation is good, so I figure the rest will fall into place. I’ll keep you posted.<o:p></o:p></p></div>Lighten Up Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740724090759901848noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-134778695304350225.post-2912328605530533282012-04-04T04:28:00.001-07:002012-04-04T04:28:15.146-07:00A Perfect Day<div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'>Things are going alright right now, but just alright. Since the last weigh in, last weekend, I have been puttering along. Not eating badly, but not eating well either. I’ve been exercising, but not as intensely as I was. I’m putting an end to that right now. My goal is to have a perfect day. A perfect day to me is eating well with no cheating and getting a really solid workout in. Wish me luck!<o:p></o:p></p></div>Lighten Up Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740724090759901848noreply@blogger.com0