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DEL.ICIO.USHow much have you lost?
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Why is that the first thing most will ask? Not how is it going, how do you feel, etc…
I have learned through Creed at Fitness Factory and Sara at Inspire Health how much you loose shouldn’t be your first concern. Your concerns should be striving towards a healthier lifestyle by eating better, drinking more water, increasing your physical activity, and dealing with all the changes emotionally.
This past week has been a milestone for me I haven’t eaten any fried food or had diet coke (caffeine) in over a week. I normally eat something fried once a day and can drink 3 or more glasses of diet coke in one meal. I have replaced my diet coke with water and diet rite orange. I have eaten more veggies and fruit this past week than I normally would in a month, heck probably three months.
How much have I lost? I do not know at the moment, but I do know I am feeling better, eating healthier, exercising more, my determination to achieve a healthier life is stronger than last week and I have learned much from the Inspire Health staff. Thank you!
I know I will have my up and down weeks, but this week has been an UP week!!! I have also been inspired by my co AJC fitness buddies blogs. Thank you Cyndee and Jennifer.
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By Randal
March 14, 2007 9:20 AM | Link to this
Keep up the good work Laura! You are on the right track to walking the half marathon.
By Cindy
March 14, 2007 9:23 AM | Link to this
You go girl!
By Jim
March 14, 2007 9:26 AM | Link to this
Way to go Laura, sounds like you are doing a great job… keep it up!
By Matthew
March 14, 2007 9:48 AM | Link to this
You’re an inspiration!! I’ve started walking myself. I have to get in better shape, if I am to join you on your walk in November.
By Beth
March 14, 2007 10:17 AM | Link to this
Laura - Your diet coke is my iced tea. You’re inspiring me to shape up as well! Take courage from your “up” week!
By Jerry
March 14, 2007 11:19 AM | Link to this
You are 100% on the money this week! Don’t let numbers dictate the way you feel or your determination to be a healthier you! Keep up the good work!
By Jennifer A.
March 14, 2007 12:05 PM | Link to this
We all like to SEE and visualize things … looking at a number gives us a good visual. What we can’t see, unfortunately, is what’s going on inside our bodies. We can’t see the arteries getting cleaner, the heart muscle getting stronger — the things that are happening thanks to your commitment to exercise and cutting out the fried foods. My husband said my skin looks better — I thought that was a nice compliment and realize that it’s just one more benefit to the changes we are making. Thanks for the call out in your post! I’m glad we’re all able to inspire and learn from each other!
By Carolyn H
March 14, 2007 12:39 PM | Link to this
Laura - you are such an inspiration, and your ideas about lifestyle changes are great tips for all. You are certainly in my thoughts and prayers as you continue this journey, and I hope you know that you have a huge network of friends who are supporting you!
By Dean
March 14, 2007 1:34 PM | Link to this
Laura Kay without a diet Coke??? I didn’t think I would EVER see that day ;) Congrats, Ms Kay you are definitely serious about this. Don’t answer any stupid questions about weight. The main thing is how you feel… weight is way down the list. XO