Well it’s week two and I had a mostly good week. I managed to make it to yoga two times, far better than any week since I had bronchitis. I feel almost as if I am on the mend. I am suffering from a variety of bizarre side effects from the prednisone taper including hot flashes and cold chills—which may be related to age (menopause onset) or may just be the prednisone taper. Who knows? But for those of you that have also gone through either a prednisone taper or menopause. OMG, I am in hell.
The Hard Facts
The facts are this: For the most part I feel like the week was a success. I had some ups (making it to yoga); I had some downs (making it to In and Out Burger). I felt overall like I stayed on plan and I kept up my previously good job of increasing fruits and veggies. I managed to lose 1.4 pounds for a total weight loss of 4.2 overall.
The Stuff I Feel Great About
- Veggie consumption
- Yoga
- Water intake remained great
- Got more sleep than usual
Things to Fix or Change
- I have to seriously consider keeping cookies out of my house.
- I would like to make it make to Pilates class next week as well as yoga.
Overall Outlook
I’m positive but only when I have both a sweater and an icepack at the ready at all times. I think a serious dose of some comedy-television viewing is in order to improve my mood. I am on my way to my facial and “stone massage” appointment in an hour or two. This is my first reward (that I missed last week because of a massive allergic reaction to something—I don’t know what). Do I sound whiny? I certainly feel whiny. I guess the best thing to realize is that every program has these valleys (as well as the peaks) and it’s the ability to stick to a plan during the difficult moments that eventually creates success.
Today’s Motto
When you come to the end of your rope—tie a knot and hang on!
Still working toward “Seniors in Space” and not settling for “Seniors in Florida.” Come on Beauty, show some chutzpa!
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