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| Not a photo of my cake. Photo by Oakraidr on Flickr |
Another great marker for this year of fabulous transformations was the follow-up visit to my doctor. As many of you know, back in December 2010 I had my annual physical and it didnt go very well. My doctor said that I would have to go on medication because my cholesterol level was high, my triglycerides where at extremely elevated levels, and my hemoglobin A1C indicated that I was at an increased risk for diabetes - pre diabetic. I told him I didnt want to go on medication and asked if there was anything I could do. He said LOSE WEIGHT. I said I would and he gave me three months to get it together.
Well...at my follow up with him, he was totally shocked to see that I had dropped over 35lbs! He was very excited and pleased. Then he sat down and said, "Now your blood work news!" He told me that I dont have to worry about going on medication anymore! My cholesterol level dropped from 242 to 171 (normal is under 200), my triglycerides went from 204 to 86 (normal is under 150), and my hemoglobin A1C is now at 5.1 (normal is under 5.7). This was definitely the best birthday present news I received and also the best birthday gift I could have given myself! He said my blood pressure was like a teenagers! Very exciting news. I told him I still had a ways to go to get to my goal weight...but he said if I maintained where I am right now he would be happy with that too! I told him I was determined to get my BMI level to where it should be for my height! I was definitely proud of myself - because I did it on my own!
The New Normal
So healthy living is the "new normal" in my own personal life. I have been very conscious of what I eat and what I need to do to keep on track. Its actually become a part of my life. Things that I thought I would miss when I started this journey have not been an issue. I have totally cut out soda from my diet but I still indulge in ice cream and sweets - but on a totally different level. Bite size indulgences seem to curve my cravings for sweets. I have reintroduced carbs into my diet in moderation and its no longer a big factor for me to want it or crave it. I even had Ross substitute the rice in our shared burrito last night with extra veggies and for lunch I had Japanese Teriyaki but had extra veggies instead of rice as well.
Working out has become part of my daily routine. It really helps clear my mind whole keeping me fit. I really look forward to my workouts on a daily basis. I dont think of it as a chore or something to do...I see it as an extension of my daily life - right up there with eating and sleeping. I actually feel guilty if I dont do something for my body on a daily basis, either at home or the gym, its like something missing from my day if its not done.
Im making choices that are not only saving my life but prolonging it at the same time. Its also giving me the body and the look that I admire in so many people. I know I still have a long way from actually having my "goal look and body" but its a start and its something I am proud that I am doing. I believe that the biggest factor to being successful in my journey from Flab to Fab is my personal commitment. I have fully committed to make this change in my life for good - which is why its my "new normal."
Week 9 Facts
Starting Weight after Week 8: 202.8 lbs
Week 9 Weigh In: 199.8 lbs
Week 9 Weight Loss: -3.0 lbs
Total Journey Profile So Far
Starting Weight on 1/17/11: 237 lbs
Weigh in on 3/20/11: 199.8 lbs
Total Weight Loss So Far: 37.2 lbs
Goal Progress
Goal Weight: 175 lbs
Current Weight: 199.8 lbs
Number of Pounds to Goal: -24.8 lbs
Goal Date: May 1, 2011
Number of Weeks Left: 6 weeks
Average Weight Lose per Week to Reach Goal Weight: -4.1 lbs per week
I am looking forward to the weeks to come and in reaching my "initial goal weight" that I set on January 17, 2011! I appreciate all your support and for indulging in my ramblings! Let me know how I can support you!
-Percy
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