10.25.15 "Random Acts of Fitness"

"Random Acts of Fitness" ... this is what the WW Leader said on Saturday that stuck with me after leaving the meeting.  Yup, I've recommitted to my 'plan' and part of that means accountability and transparency.  Not only will I periodically share when, where or what I'm doing to improve my health ... I'm also going to be honest about what's on my plate.  Last year, I would take pictures of some of my meals and share them in My Food Diary, now I'll be sharing what's on my plate even when I don't have pictures (cue the band).

I've heard myself say to others the many reasons I CAN'T do certain physical activity, so now I'm going to switch my self-talk and focus on those activities I CAN do.

I've got some goals I can work toward:  Looking sexy by Dec. 5th for a holiday party (I'm singing with a band) and going on my very first cruise June 2016 (got my fingers crossed on that one, cause our finances are not in agreement with that plan right now) and winding up to my retirement (insert the dancing emoji)!  In looking back over my blogs I came across some really great words of encouragement and I hope they encourage YOU as well.

Now … let me share with you a little bit of advice for YOUR lifestyle journey if you’re like me (over 50 and dealing with after-effects of your cancer treatments) or if you just need a little bit of encouragement.  We already have a lot of challenges going on, add to it that statistically as we get older it gets more challenging to lose weight after it's gained.  But always remember to move as much as possible, any activity is better than no activity.  Check with area churches, community centers and recreational facilities for FREE or low cost classes.  Learn how to skate, join a dance class (Zumba, Salsa and Belly-dancing are A-W-E-S-O-M-E!), create a home-gym out of things already in your home, little-by-little begin to swap not-so-healthy items for healthier choices, prepare more of your own meals (healthier and saves money), get a group of friends (or a friend) and do it together ... nothing like a friendly competition to keep things going.  Instead of going out for fast-food meal, go out for a short walk or invite friends over and pop in a work-out DVD.  Whatever you decide to do ... don't get discouraged, take your time and just strive to live a healthier life.
Every day is a new day. Never give up.  

Saturday was the beginning of my WW week, so in the words of JB Bryan "LET'S GO"!!!!!