I'm starting my Life style changes immediately. My case is a little different to others due to the amount of meds I take. I wish it was as simple as changing what I put in my mouth and what I do with my body, but no. I went from 78kg to 115kg in a few years after rolling an off road buggy. The accident triggered a reaction to 30 years of taking prednisone (a steroid for asthma) and I piled on the weight over night, without any dietary or exercise changes. I have not kicked a football in 7 years as the doctors advised my knees and hip could simply disintegrate.
Well, I've had enough. A mate of mine, Graham Fyfe (Google him), ex Celtic player, who now coaches the Brisbane Roar youth teams along side Robbie Fowler apparently has come to my rescue me from my pathetic existence..
He also plays in the Queensland Premier League for the same club as my youngest son, however in the seniors. He has vowed that "he's got my back" and has combined forces with a few very highly decorated nutritionists. All this happened just last night would you believe!
I made the decision that at 54, I can no longer just tread water or simply exist. I have zero energy, can't sleep, and eat out of convenience. It all stops today.
I shall keep you posted as to the progress, although I have a feeling they're going to sell me on their costly plan during our first zoom call tonight, when they'll explain their pathway to a fitter, happier healthier me.
A little advice on drinking, and believe me, I'm very experienced in this department.
I used to drink at least 4 over proof bourbon cans every night, plus some beers. My blood sugars were way too high, as I have Steroid induced Type 2 diabetes, so I cut it down to drinking every other day. Then, when I did drink, I cut that back to half of what I used to drink. Now, I'd be lucky to have 1 can every 2nd night.
If you cut back your alcohol consumption from each day to every 2nd day, you'll find you actually look forward to having a tipple rather than it being part of your every day routine. I have zero will power but found that a great and effective way to not only cutting down my intake but saving about $450 per month.
Any way, have a great Thursday everyone. A nice cooler day in Brisbane today. A top of 29 degrees and blue skies again.