Okay, so not many know my story. I've been dealing with Hypertension for the past few years. Even on medication (that I don't like to take *yuck*) Well I'm deciding (in little stages......lol) to start taking care of me. I've made small changes like no longer drinking pop/soda. I don't even remember when the last time I had a pop/soda. I also pulled up some not so recent, yet not so throwback, pics of me and how I was some pounds lighter. I also pulled out my DASH Eating Plan book (http://dashdiet.org). I've had this for years and I was tired of just seeing it sit to the side and not be used. I have been reading all afternoon. It's full of information and even has a 7 day eating plan with two different sodium levels. Everything looks to be super easy. So for me, it's all about making a commitment to a "Healthier TeeKay"!!!.
I realized how much I spend taking care of my natural hair and realized I was still mad at myself because I was overweight and was ALWAYS eating. I'm quick to tell someone that I love to eat and how I make sure not to miss any meals. But I'm not realizing that it's taking a toll on my body as well as my clothes. I'm limited to what I can wear now and most of those clothes are like jeans and t-shirts. I was at a barbecue, on my birthday, and went to use the host restroom. Well, lo and behold, there was a scale in there. I haven't weighed myself in a very long time, so I don't know what made me get on that scale. Well, to my surprise, I was lighter that what I felt. The scale said that I weighed 195.4 lbs. I just knew that the scale was going to read over 200 lbs. I felt every bit of that and way more. I haven't weighed myself since then. It's been 1 month exactly. I guess it's time to invest in a scale so that I can do a monthly weigh in.
I made small changes so far, again, no pop/soda, no flammin' hots (my favorites), no overly seasoned foods, not too much processed foods, etc. With the help of my twin, I was able to determine how much water, per day, I am to drink. So my daily water intake is 98 ounces. I have a cup that's 36 oz and I drink three of those every day. I've even signed up on MyFitnessPal (username: msteekay79). Per the information I provided, my daily calorie is 1,440. I know the average women's calories is 1,200, but that's not mine. I love that app and I've been using it for almost a week now. I have also incorporated walking into my "Healthier TeeKay". I have the MapMyFitness app (in sync with MyFitnessPal) and I briskly walk to the bus stop and I get off a few blocks from the job and briskly walk there. On my way home I get off 4 blocks away and briskly walk home. So far, I've gotten in close to 30 mins in a day. My small goal is to stay consistent with 30 minute "brisk" walking everyday. I realize it takes time and commitment and a support system. My twin has been behind me and pushing me to make the small changes need to start my goal weight towards a "Healthier TeeKay".
My plan is to keep going with my mind set on being well. I plan to blog/document my journey and I would appreciate you joining in with me. Even if I could be a help to someone that's going through this as well, that would be great.
Well, I'll end now. Follow me on Instagram/Twitter: @msteekay79 and Facebook: TeeKay79
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