It’s hard to know where to begin with an exercise update as it seems there have been a flood of “new” decisions and events in all our lives. (Thanks Covid!)
My objective is to exchange old behaviours for new, healthier ones.
So far:
The Weigh Scale Adventure
I’ve lost 10 pounds (I think). Our scale is on its last legs (Yes, we fed it new batteries) and it gives some wonky readings. Our weighing system now is to stand on it, wake its tiny electronic mind – and get a reading.
- We ignore Reading #1 and step off.
- Step on again and accept Reading #2.
The difference between the two is roughly a bag of cement and we assume the second reading is a much closer measurement.
I’m now flirting with almost sub-200 pound measurements from mid 200-teens.
A new scale is on our someday list.
Meditations
I have reestablished a 20 minute meditation into my daily routine and am considering a second one.
Note: I subscribed to Apple + Fitness and am using their meditations and exercise routines.
Walking As Exercise
My walking habit is now active again and I’m doing a minimum of 2 miles a day (most days just over 2.5)
Important Point
My main objective in this slow and steady adoption of new behaviours is to cement the behaviours into my daily routine.
I’m not looking for a wild burst of enthusiastic beginnings and burned out endings a short time later.
Diet
I had begun dieting with a low-carb diet but read this note comparing low carb to restricted calories.
I”m now tracking the food I eat using a subscription to the app Lose It. I’ll report back on how this is going in a while.
The Next Step In My Exercise Routine
My next step is to add some strength and cardio exercises into my day. (They’re scheduled for Wed, 23rd.
I’ll start with 5-minute sessions even though I understand cardio requires an 8-minute period for optimum benefit (that may be old data however.) I’m adding one cardio and one strength session to begin.
Remember – my objective is to cement these behaviours into my daily schedule. The benefits will be low at the beginning but will – once I’m satisfied with the daily routine – be increased in repetitions and time.
- Establish the habit.
- Then do the serious work.
- Celebrate each step and disappeared pound