It is a Matter of Choice

We are in control of our health to a large degree.  There are of course those who are afflicted by genetic or opportunistic conditions that greatly challenge our daily health, or even our lives.  But for the most part, it is suggested through research that 84% of health related concerns are a product of lifestyle choices.

We can choose to eat the correct portions, to balance our diet, to move our body, actively search out wellness.  Or we can choose to keep our head in the sand (don't weigh, or food log, or be active) and we hope that it (whatever your it is) doesn't happen to us.

The main choice that I need to continue making is the choice to be conscious of my health, to take my head out of the sand and to be assertive in creating my health and not just merely hopeful.

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Good First Week Back in the Saddle

The roller coaster is trending up.  The lifestyle that I want to lead is not too difficult to follow, but it is not natural.  For me, natural is snacking, eating till full, late night snacks or treats.  To be where I want to be, I have to be conscious and aware.  To be conscious and aware, I have to be content and balanced.

I am content and not over stressed.  Last week I lost 5 pounds.  I didn't eat perfectly, I am still working on creating a better routine.  Nevertheless, I am down 5 pounds.  I pray that this week I can stay conscious and aware.

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That Time of Year

Surprise! It's January and I, like many others, are attempting to "Kafka" ourselves into a healthier subject.  It is a challange that has been documented here.  The same challange that has seen great but fleeting success.  When it comes to health (managing weight is a health concern), success cannot be defined as such, if it is indeed fleeting.

I want to change, to lose weight!
-sleep better
-less aches
-more ability
-better at sports
-look better
-fit in my clothes
-have more energy
-be stronger
-lower my blood pressure
-decrease my chance of CV disease
-increase my self-esteem
-live longer
-live longer, healthier
-eat healthier

But how do I keep the focus and attitude that I have today, how do I keep it tomorrow and beyond?
-journal (here)
-log food (loseit.com)
-be a model
-SMART goals; short term and long term
-create urgency and disrupt procrastination
-find small successes

I can lose weight.  I have done it before! It can be done!  I believe it will happen again.