I realized this year that John and I have become the older generation our family. With the passing of his Dad in January, it became official. Then this summer one of my cousin's husband passed away and I felt it again.
I have lost 105 pounds. I was feeling discouraged because I had been losing so well, then last April it seemed to come to a halt. My dietitian tried switching a variety of things, each of which worked for two weeks, then nothing. Since the beginning of April (5 months) I have lost 21 pounds. My goal was to reach the 100 pound mark by my birthday and I am happy that I accomplished it.
Reaching that milestone was a lot of hard work and I was disappointed I did not see progress in other areas. I am still on all of my meds, my back still hurt and the sleep apnea is still going on.
Then the weekend before my birthday we went to Regent University in Virginia Beach. We go every year. Last year when we went, I could not walk very far without having to stop to sit and rest my aching back. This year, I saw a dramatic improvement. I was able to walk everywhere without having to stop without terrible pain. For me to see that contrast from last year was so encouraging.
Last time when I saw my chiropractor he treated me in an entirely new way than he had ever done before, concentrating on my lower back. I believe this is what finally made the difference. Yes, all of what I have been doing is helping, but that is like the final push I needed to see improvement. He says we will continue that line of treatment.
I am still going to the gym five days a week. I work with a personal trainer twice a week. On the day I work with her alone, we concentrate on my back, abs and core. The day I work with her with a friend we do arms and legs mostly.
I saw my primary doctor this week and my blood pressure was 124/68 - the lowest it has been in years. I am hoping if it is low again when I see him in December he will let me decrease some of my BP medications.
I have finally found a new sleep doctor. I see her on October 8th for the first time. She can read the Smart Card in my sleep machine, which is one thing I was looking for in a sleep doctor. I am hoping she will work out for me. I am still having trouble sleeping, even with the machine. I get up once or twice a night for a pit stop and have trouble getting back to sleep - sometimes for hours.
I think that about catches things up with me and my health.
My precious grandson had his 6th birthday and is now in first grade. We saw him open his gifts and took his family to dinner. Guess where he wanted to eat? The Sushi place!!!
4 comments:
I've had a lot of backache when sleeping on my back, only recently I noticed that it didn't hurt. It must be something with below 210, I'm not sure. I'm glad you've reflected back and can see progress. Sometimes it's hard to see the small steps on a long journey. bsheffer1
I am so glad that you are starting to be able to see the changes that you are making in your life!! That is awesome!
Everything is done in baby steps. So even if at first we can't see anything, over time the changes become bigger and bigger and more visible to us.
Keep on taking those baby steps. You will get there!!
I'm proud of all of your positive accomplishments. You've come a long way! I almost can't believe it!!
Don't know what happened to my comments that I wrote when I read this over a week ago but I'll try to remember what I wrote.
What a wonderful accomplishment you have achieved! Being healthier at 60 than at 50 has not been an easy road but you've been faithful to your goal and the loss of 105 lbs is commendable and amazing. It is also great to hear that you are able to walk more without pain. The other medical improvements may still come in time. You are in my prayers daily.
I don't remember what else I said in my original comments but I do want you to know you are an inspiration and how happy I am for you in your accomplishments.
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