Good Finds
June 16, 2009
I have made a pledge to myself to slim down and be healthier. I jumped on craigslist to see if I can find an elliptical. And I DID! It is $65 and I pick it up tomorrow! That’s so awesome. The cheapest one I found new was $145 or something at Walmart. Good deal!
I also found a great app for my iPod that allows me to track my food intake. I do pretty good keeping a mental log of what I eat. I try not to stuff myself with too much garbage. Apparently, I actually do eat pretty well. According to the fitness tracker I only need to cut my calories by 200 (no McDonald’s basically) and exercise for 30 minutes everyday. Just what the doctor ordered! : )
I think my weight gain is due to inactivity. I move a lot with the kids but my heart rate doesn’t raise and I don’t sweat, unless they are acting up. I need to move more. I was getting up early at 8 am. Now it’s 10. I am going to get up at 8 and do my 30 minutes. When I pick up my elliptical I will do 30 at night too. I am motivated to look better by my 30th.
On a side note, I do not EVER recommend people not go to their doctors for health issues. I am starting an exercise routine but I know I don’t have health issues. I have IBS that is under control with diet. If it does develop into Chron’s or colitis I will go to the doctor and get help. Other than that I am in good shape to start an exercise routine. If you are not in good shape you should talk to your doctor. Yes, they miss things at time but I assure you they pay high malpractice insurance. The last thing they want is to have you sue them.
If you want to join me let me know. I would love the support!
