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Me with my mom in May 2012.
On the Clark's Pond walking trail in South Portland
Me and my honey on our reward trip to NYC.
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My Long Journey Home
I have been overweight for all of my adult life and developed the whole rash of problems that go along with it, particularly hypertension, diabetes and asthma. In looking for the best way to deal with these issues, I began working on a low glycemic approach to my eating, and this has developed in a holistic approach to my entire life. I now am dedicated to focusing on healthy food choices, healthy cooking and adequate exercise. I intend to make the most of the rest of my life, one day at a ...
I have been overweight for all of my adult life and developed the whole rash of problems that go along with it, particularly hypertension, diabetes and asthma. In looking for the best way to deal with these issues, I began working on a low glycemic approach to my eating, and this has developed in a holistic approach to my entire life. I now am dedicated to focusing on healthy food choices, healthy cooking and adequate exercise. I intend to make the most of the rest of my life, one day at a time.
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Member Since: 11/9/2009
SparkPoints: 12,813
Fitness Minutes: 26,237
My Goals:
Firstly, I want to maintain my blood sugar at levels of 120 and below for as much of the time as possible, with an HbA1C of less than 6.
Second, I want to move out of the category of "obese."
Third, I want to be able to engage in physical exertion without getting winded and needing to rest (unless I'm being VERY physical, of course).
My Program:
I am following a healthy eating plan that includes taking in fewer calories than I burn.
I am exercising daily, including using the stairs at work rather than the elevator, walking a half hour or so most days, and working out at a gym 3 to 4 times per week.
I am hoping to increase the amount of outdoor sport I do, and am looking to try horseback riding in the spring (I've never sat on a horse!)
Personal Information:
I have always lived in Maine, though I do have dreams of being in a better climate in the winter.
I am married, with one adult handicapped child who lives in a group home.
I work full-time for an insurance company.
Other Information:
I enjoy reading, music, television and movies. I took up learning to play the upright bass a couple of years ago and am really enjoying that. My main focus is bluegrass and old time music, but I'm open to picking that bass with anyone who will let me!
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