Resolutions

Generally, resolutions are made at the beginning of a new year. As I stated in my last blog posting, this is the beginning of a new Lisa. I am embarking on a new phase of my life, a passage which calls for resolutions. Unlike the annual promises I've made in the past, I hope, through support of my close friends and family, that I will be able to fulfill these resolutions.



I challenge everyone I know to make, and keep, the same resolutions as I am making. I hope you will be inspired to commit to a better lifestyle, just as I have. I have to say that my inspiration to have a healthier body comes more from fear than anything else. I don't want to grow old before my time. As I heard a physician once say, you want to become old as late as possible. I think I'm paraphrasing there, but that's the point she was making.



I am looking to the future now with my turning the new leaf and all that. I don't want to become overwhelmed with physical problems one day, so I need to take care of the somethings first. I can manage my weight, blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol etc. So, why not fix the things I can so fighting the one thing I can't fix (Rheumatoid Arthritis) will be easier as I age.



I plan on eating better, exercising more and generally being fit all over. If I don't fix the things I mentioned I can manage then they will get out of hand and become a problem. So by being proactive, I am making a preemptive strike against bad health. Possibly by creating a healthier body, the doctor will be able to control my RA...something that has been impossible so far.


This is where you all come in. I need encouragement, inspiration, suggestions, exercise buddies (for walking), and someone to be accountable to. Don't coddle me, but be nice. If I want to do something physical...you better let me do it if you want to to be around in the future. Trust me, if I think I might hurt myself, I will let you know.



If you have a book I might be interested in, or a diet I can follow, or even a cookbook that would help, please--PLEASE let me know. I am always open to suggestions. The same goes for exercise. If you have any DVDs or exercise tips for me, I am listening.



What kind of life do you want to live in your golden years? Do you want to be counting pills, making trips to the doctor, resting because you are too tired from simple chores? I want to be traveling the world, or at least the United States. I want to see it, there is so much I've only read about or seen on TV. I won't have time to stop for ill health. Living is meant to be an experience, not a spectator sport. If you won't join me, at least encourage me!



Until next time.