Since this is, in fact, my blog – I figured that it would be appropriate to post my latest decision/update. :p
I’ve now lived in North Carolina for over a year, and am definitely loving it! The people here are friendly, the food is wonderful, and the weather is beautiful. However, sometimes being content has other, less desirable consequences. For me, I feel like I’m not in as good physical shape as I’d like to be. I’m not getting all girly and calling myself fat, but I would rather not have to huff and puff to climb a set of stairs.
Anyway! I’ve decided to renew my exercise/diet program, which I was very strict about in past years. It’s worked for me before, but I’ve gotten lax about it lately. :p I know that my eating habits are not exactly the most exciting topic, but by posting them on my blog, it’ll help me to be more motivated to stick to it. ^.^
Here’s what it involves:
Diet:
High quality, low fat protein – such as salmon, tuna fish, organic hormone-free chicken, buffalo (limited). Healthy nuts (such as almonds) at least once per day. Eggs on occasion, yolks included.
Lots of fresh fruits/vegetables, thoroughly washed, ideally free of pesticides or chemical fertilizers. Limited high-sugar fruits. Fresh vegetables when available, otherwise using low-heat cooking.
Fiber-Rich foods, such as high-fiber vegetables, complex grains (such as quinoa or millet), lentils and other beans.
Supplements: (per day)
- 1 Tablespoon of Blackstrap Molasses (20% fiber, 20% iron, 20% Calcium!)
- 1 Packet of Emergen-C Vitamin C Supplement
- Starwest Botanicals Detox Supplements
- 3 Cups of Green or White Tea
NO:
- White flour
- White Sugar
- Processed Meat
- Heavily Processed Grains
- Corn Products
- Mayonaise
- Cream Cheese
- White Rice (except with occasional sushi rolls)
LIMITED:
- Red Meat
- Heavy-Sugar Fruits
- Milk
- Salt
- Red Wine
Sounds like you’ve got the low-down on your diet. I was in such terrific shape not too long ago and let myself go so bad that I’m just leaving it at that. Whenever I get the motivation back I will strike from the shadows. It’s just too hard having to eat right, quit smoking and get healthy all at the same time. If I’d do it, it’d be for the girls, although I am on a type of medication that restricts my ability to have an erection so that waives it.
I’m sure you’ll get back in shape in no time, feeling confident about his own body is the best thing you can get. Just don’t forget to go to the gym so you can burn those calories.
I used to be a real gym rat, believe me I know a thing or two about fitness, I was even vegan for a while. It’s incredible how you can ruin months of hard work in so little time. I used to do Martial Arts three times a week and go to the gym five times a week. It was what I like to call “Iron Fist”. What a blessing.
Well, thanks for letting me unwind, I always appreciate reading your thoughts…