Thursday, May 21, 2009
The Details
posted by Tinker at 06:27

(originally posted May 19, 2009)

So what about now?
I know I need to get moving (very literally) and will start making little changes.

I've decided that at the very least I need to get out for a walk each day. I haven't done that yet, but when I've had to drive somewhere, I've made a point of parking far away or taking stairs when I could. I ordered myself a pedometer and will start with the recommended 10,000 steps a day for basic health and see if I can stick to that.

I've looked into the Couch to 5K program and know I can do it. I need to wait for clearance from my OB at my 6-week checkup, but likely won't start it until later in the summer. I've got running shorts and a really strong bra ready to go, I just need to get some new running shoes.

I enjoyed the prenatal yoga classes I did years ago before our first was born, so will look into more yoga classes.

My doctor also recommended a fitness and counselling program run by the kinesiology department at the university. I've got the registration papers almost complete and will sign up this morning for a July start (the next available session).

So that's the plan for 'calories out'. A solution for 'calories in' may be more difficult.

In this area I need to better control my snacking -- both what I eat and the time(s) of day I eat. The baseline eating and activity record that I've been completing for the kinesiology program has motivated me to eat a little better because I know someone will be analysing it, so a food diary could help, but I'm not sure it's something I can do long term simply because of the time it consumes. Any suggestions on snack control are appreciated.

Accountability for my eating and exercising is going to play a major role in my success. In part, that's why I've started documenting it here, but I need a live person to look me in the eyes on a regular basis to see how I'm doing. I have an initial consult with a behavior modification counsellor who works out of my GP's office for the first week of June. I'm hoping that I connect with her and that she'll be my food conscience and motivation.

So things are ramping up slowly here. I stepped on the scale yesterday morning and took photos hoping that this is the last time I see myself this large: 222 pounds. The photo will eventually get posted here -- just not now.

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On 22 May, 2009 02:34, Blogger cat wrote:

Oh girl, we will be with you all the way! Good luck. Just know that BMI does not work for everybody - it assumes a "normal" bone structure and muscles and off course muscles weigh more than fat. I am now at a BMI of 25 which is still overweight and believe me, at my thinnest (people kept saying I was too thin) my BMI was 24, the very upper of normal. I could loose another 2 or 3 kg, but that is it. I will have to look into the plastic surgery perhaps. And remember as we get older we also get heavier - BMI does not account for that either.

 

On 22 May, 2009 07:07, Blogger Sara wrote:

Good for you! It sounds like you have a great plan in place for the activity end of things, and hopefully being more active will also help with the snacking.

Good luck. I'm looking forward to seeing updates reporting your progress. I have confidence in you that you're going to reach your goal by age 40.

(And how do you get rid of a cracked heel, by the way? I've got that problem too.)

 

On 22 May, 2009 08:24, Blogger Tinker wrote:

Thanks Cat!

Sara, I've heard that sometimes these perpetual cracked heels can be due to a fungus. Topical stuff hasn't worked for me (at least, I haven't been consistent with it) and I've been waiting to not be ttc/pregnant to ask my GP to try an oral antifungal.

 

On 22 May, 2009 10:24, Blogger Kate wrote:

I am totally impressed with your plan, though not at all surprised that you've put so much thought into it. You put reserach in everything you do!

I have started doing Couch to 5K program two weeks ago, so I'd love to have a 'buddy' doing the same program. My plan is also to do some workout DVDs (on the days I am not running) to work on my upper body and belly, but so far that has not happened...

I'd like your input on how this exercise/healthy eating routine fits into your role as a mom of FOUR kids. I am having major trouble finding time to work out--and I only have two kids, neither of whom are a newborn. In terms of healthy eating/cooking, there is only so much healthy stuff my kids would eat, and I am not a fan of making two meals (one of them, one for me), so I am really struggling to find a happy medium--a quick-to-make, kid-friendly meal that is not loaded with fat and sodium or artificial ingredients.

Lastly, in terms of snacks, that's actually one area where I feel I can offer some suggestions. Raw baby carrots or sugar-snap peas with hummus, apple slices with almond butter or a little bit of cheese, fat-free plain yogurt with a little bit of honey(when I get really adventurous, I make my own granola--and that is SOOOOO good with plain yogurt). We almost never have 'bad' snacks (chips, cookies, etc.) in the house because my kids then want to eat them, so that keeps me away from junk food, too.

I am looking forward to following you on this journey!

 


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