First Post

How true that we all have the opportunity every single day to work toward a new ending.

That is what this blog is about.  I started on the 26th of August working my way to a slimmer and healthier body.

I attended a family reunion of siblings on the 21st of August.  Out of 9 siblings, there is 6 girls.  I was the LARGEST there.  WOW, that made me feel wonderful.  I topped their weight by at least 30 and in some case 45 pounds.

I don't know what happened to me over the years other than the fact that I have a very UNHEALTHY relationship with food.  When you have a problem and KNOW you have that problem, then it is time to do something about it.

My weight on August 26th was 152.8 pounds.  I am 5'3" tall.  I have small bones.  I carry most of my weight in my belly, middle, midriff and back.  I am definitely and UPSIDE down pear.

I have avascular necrosis in both hips.  But, I can still walk.  I also have arthritis in my hips but am currently taking a medication that seems like a miracle drug but it causes kidney and liver damage.  So, I have to keep those levels checked.

At my 6 month checkup in August, my triglycerides, blood sugar and cholesterol numbers were all elevated.  All due to my being overweight.  I already take medication for high blood pressure and high cholesterol and do not want to have to increase the dosage nor do I want to have to take medication for high blood sugar.

I can eliminate all that by losing weight.

My plan is to lost 1/2 pound per week.  Slow going I know, but realistic.  In 1 year I can lose 26 pounds and that would put me at a very healthy weight.  I would look better, feel better and eliminate so much pressure from my hips.

I will be posting my foods and activity on My Fitness Pal.  I have a Omron HJ112 pedometer that I will wear daily.  I have 3, 5 and 10# weights.  I have a Silver Sneakers membership to a gym.  I have every possible means to live and be healthier.

Portion control will be my weight loss program.  Striving to keep my daily calories to 1200 per day.

There is my story and I hope to post at least 1 time a week.  Any other Seniors out there that would like to join this journey?