I had not taken good care of myself for quite awhile. My family and work came before my own well being. I was exhausted and grumpy. Mostly I was not healthy. I had high cholesterol and was very overweight.
A little over six months ago is when I decided to change this behavior. The pandemic helped me to say no more. I made the decision to put myself first even if only for a short time each day. I began exercising and trying to eat foods that are more healthy. Not only did I do that but I began to engage in healthier activities with my kids too. For the first time I noticed that I had a bit more energy and I liked it!
Now I’m not going to say I have lost an astronomical amount of weight. I’m not going to say that I stopped eating all carbs like pizza and ice cream. There is no magic diet or exercise routine that I follow.
What I am going to say is … I feel better after working out by either walking or doing exercise videos I found on YouTube. I have lost a little weight. Better yet, my cholesterol is down by half due to regular exercise and help from some medication. I feel as though I can manage stress and anxiety better as well.
My new path has helped me feel better and appreciate nature. It has led me to enjoy the simple things in life and to have more fun with my children. I plan to continue my journey and live a healthier lifestyle!
Love, Family, Kids & ❤️ 