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Staying Motivated for the Long Haul
Healthy Living | Last Active: Jan 29, 2023 | Replies (499)Comment receiving replies
@rosemarya @contentandwell @hopeful33250 Sorry that I've been AWOL! Lol I've been walking and doing some resistance training with bands. A perk is that an area park has started their monthly hike series so I did that last night. It's so gorgeous to be outside right now! I've read through some of the Mayo Clinic diet info and have been loosely following that and tracking what I eat in My Fitness Pal. It's working because I was down 2 pounds on Monday! I did order the Mayo cookbook after reading so many liked it. I'll keep you updated!! 🙂
Thanks for all the support!
JoDee
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@jodeej I've been a bit AWOL myself and although there are still many emails left to read I need to get off after this response.
That's great that you are having success with hiking and myfitnesspal. I lost a ton of weight using myfitnesspal, wearing a fitness tracker, and keeping track of my weight daily. The fitness tracker spurred me on. I would have a goal and really aim for it, most days I would make it, sometimes even 50% over or almost double! My son would kid me because his boss had the same fitness tracker and he said I would crush the guy. My son is fitness fanatic.
I have my goal set lower now, ever since my knee replacement, but I need to get back to setting it higher. I am back to using myfitnesspal but not having as much success now as I did previously. I wonder if part of that is from some of these medications. Also, I had my calorie goal set at 1200 before and now I have it set at 1300.
Keep up the good work and keep us posted.
JK
@contentandwell I used to have a fitness tracker, but have quit using them. I may get myself another one in the future since it did motivate me to move. Having the grandson at our house this weekend has kept me busy, but I haven't been watching what I eat or out for a walk. I'll be back at it, tomorrow! Lol
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Hi, JoDee. This is an inspiration to read this morning! It is not surprising that you have been AWOL!
I try to adhere to the Mayo Diet plan and I also refer to the cookbook often for ideas. I especially like to modify my own recipes by using it as my guide. (since I do not like to cook) As a result, even my husband is benefiting from some healthy eating changes. I like how this plan focuses on being healthy for life.
I do not use a fitbit or any measuring device, so I am looking forward to following your progress.
Hang in there, girl! It is neat that you have a group to join with on a regular basis. Be ready for some ups and downs along the way - we will be here to do what we can to support you!
Rosemary