The Challenge Begins.....It's Too Late Now!

[Lost Dog]

I'm sure my blood sugar was a mess when I was heavy. I just never got checked out... Same with cholesterol, blood pressure, etc. Kinda wish I had, but there's no going back now.

[rem1956]

Good mornng everyone. Fasting glucose was 108 this morning. had pasta last niht late in the evening, but I didn't eat much of it!

This morning was 30 minutes of bike riding, followed by a nice long flexibility session. God that felt good to s-t-r-e-t-c-h!

Gotta go. No time to chat. See ya'll later.

[Victoria]

Originally Posted by rem1956

I haven't been formally diganosed (sp?) as having diabetes, however my Dr has great concern over my blood chemistry. She refers to me as a "pre-diabetic". My fasting glucose was averaging over 135, with the triglycerides VERY high (over 500!). In addition, my cholesterol levels were not real bad, but needed to be changed. In short, I have spent most of my life eating fats and carbs, so I am changing my diet, losing weight, and eating more properly.

Thanks for the word of support, Stingo....I expect that as the weight drops so will my numbers. It's good to know that it has worked for others!

Hi, Ray. I'm not sure how I haven't stopped by yet, but here I am. I glad to see you are aware of your numbers and are working to get things right. I just had a bunch of blood work done myself, and although I'm not in a "high risk" categorie, there are some minor tweaks that I'll be making to prevent me from developing any problems down the road. I think it's one of the best things we can do for ourselves.

Thanks for all your support in the women's challenge, and you are doing great yourself! Keep up the good work!!!

[rem1956]

Thanks Tracy. I'm just having soooo much fun with this chalenge....watching everyone and trying to improve each day myself.

Thanks for your support....

[rem1956]

Good morning everyone. Been a long holiday weekend and I haven't logged on much....got some updating to do.

21 Jan
Fasting blood glucose was 105 this morning. Not terrible...going in the right direction.
I got up early and went to my gym. I had a 5 min cardio bike warm up with HIIT, followed by some stretches, then an upper body strength session. the numbers were:

Row: 3 sets of 10 x 55 lbs
Bench Press: 3 sets of 10 x 105 lbs
Overhead Press: 3 sets of 10 x 40 lbs
Upright Row: 10 x 50 lbs; 2 sets of 10 x 42.5 lbs.

[rem1956]

Now for today, 22 Jan....

Fasting glucose was 99!!!! Outstanding!!!

I got up early this morning (cold damn morning!) and went to the gym for a warm up and lower body/core workout.

5 minutes HIIT on a cardio bike, followed by stretches, then:

Squats: 3 sets of 10 x 160 lbs
Deads: 3 sets of 10 x 100 lbs
Hip Extension: 3 sets of 10 x 130 lbs each leg
Calf Press: 3 sets of 10 x 130 lbs
Weighted Ab Crunch: 3 sets of 10 x 70 lbs

Spent a few minutes afterwards in the sauna....why do people punish themselves with saunas?

Been doing real good with clean, healthy eating over the long weekend! I feel good about that (except for those doughnuts at Church!)

Bye for now.....ya'll keep going strong!

[rem1956]

Starting theis week, I'm going to adopt a new practice in my quest for health and fitness. I am going to pick just one major area for improvement, and I'm going to focus on improving that area. I am going to call this my "Weekly Weakness" (I read that somewheres....).

So, this week's Weekly Weakness is I'm going to start drinking. That's right...drinking.








Water. Lots of Water. Green tea, black tea, and just plain old boring water. What did you folks think I was referring to?

[rem1956]

Hey....another cold morning in Baltimore. Gosh it was a struggle to get out of bed this morning. I was so warm, safe and secure....no wonder that I screamed and cried when I was born!

This morning, my blood glucose was a little higher than I wanted, but then again, I did eat some peppermint ice cream last night with my son. I have been doing quite well with the clean eating otherwise.

This morning I started out with a 5 min cardio bike ride, followed by stretches, then the upper body training.

Rows: 3 sets of 10 x 55 lbs
Bench Press: 10 x 105 lbs, 2 sets of 10 x 110 lbs
Overhead press: 2 sets of 10 x 45 lbs, 8 x 45 lbs
Upright Cable Row: 2 sets of 10 x 50 lbs, 8 x 50 lbs

Followed this by some more stretching, a protein shake and a nice steamy shower.

Now, here at work, I'm really feeling the muscle fatigue! Been doing ok with drinking more water, but I still need to work at this.

[rhauser44]

Originally Posted by rem1956

Hey....another cold morning in Baltimore. Gosh it was a struggle to get out of bed this morning. I was so warm, safe and secure....no wonder that I screamed and cried when I was born!

This morning, my blood glucose was a little higher than I wanted, but then again, I did eat some peppermint ice cream last night with my son. I have been doing quite well with the clean eating otherwise.

This morning I started out with a 5 min cardio bike ride, followed by stretches, then the upper body training.

Rows: 3 sets of 10 x 55 lbs
Bench Press: 10 x 105 lbs, 2 sets of 10 x 110 lbs
Overhead press: 2 sets of 10 x 45 lbs, 8 x 45 lbs
Upright Cable Row: 2 sets of 10 x 50 lbs, 8 x 50 lbs

Followed this by some more stretching, a protein shake and a nice steamy shower.

Now, here at work, I'm really feeling the muscle fatigue! Been doing ok with drinking more water, but I still need to work at this.

Keep up the good work REM!

I know how you feel. I'm re-doing FL1, and last night was my 1st night for FL1-B. Kicked my butt! I'm feeling mighty OLD this morning.

[rem1956]

yeah...and sad to say each day I just feeeeel older! This challenge is kicking my butt some mornings! but then again, I nneded a good kick!

[missjane]

Just stopping in to say "good job" and thanks for getting us all going on the challenge. The motivation around here is outstanding!

[rem1956]

Thanks Jane. It is rewarding to see so much motivation and support for each other. I had no idea that it would develop into this, but I'm so happy that it has!

[RacerBill]

Originally Posted by rem1956

Now for today, 22 Jan....

Fasting glucose was 99!!!! Outstanding!!!

Awesome! That's great news.

Originally Posted by rem1956

Spent a few minutes afterwards in the sauna....why do people punish themselves with saunas?

Ask RobLL. I prefer a soak in the hot tub, myself.

You're making some great progress, Ray. Keep it up!

[rem1956]

thanks Bill....been watching you....you're doing good too

[stingo]

Yeah but keeping diabetes at bay is definitely a great benefit, even if not a glamorous one. Keep fighting the good fight.

[NorthernWisco]

Great progress so far! Its been -35 to -50 windchills up here was "cold" in Baltimore!?!?!?!?!?!?!

[rem1956]

Guess I better not complain!