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CherylDrab
CherylDrab Posts: 9 Member
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Hi I'm Cheryl and just found out I'm pre-diabetic. I am going back to basics to track not only carbs but chiolesterol and sodium too! I have what is called the "triple whammy".

I have finally admitted to myself that I am obsese...not grossly obese but obese just the same. I need to lose at least 70 lbs to get to a healthy bmi but getting under 200 is the first step. I'm about 20 lbs away!

I've been on here before but never really stuck with it and now that I have health issues, I am determined more than ever to get off meds and get healthy.

I have a liimited time to exercise right now due to a lot of changing going on in my life but I work the exercise in whenever I can...like today, it's still chilly here in Cleveland but I will go out this afternoon and try jogging, something I used to do a few years back. Trying to fit as much exercise into the weekends as I can because weekdays are so hectic.

I have two grown daughters who are helping me out. The older one runs marathons, half marathons and many smaller races...she is my organic label reading child! My younger daughter lost a lot of weight after she graduated from college by eating healthy and working out. She also runs races but usually 5 or 10k's.

I keep one quote in my head at all times: "If it is to be...it's up to ME".

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  • bdubya55
    bdubya55 Posts: 506 Member
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    Hi Cheryl,

    Just came across your intro, and wanted to say hi, thanks for sharing your story and congrats on wanting to take back control of your health and new found determination. I like your attitude, and it's great to hear your daughters are stepping in to help you out.

    If you don't already know, there's a MFP type 2 diabetic support group.

    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/1772-type-2-diabetes-support-group

    You will find lots of genuine people there, who are willing to share their personal experience and provide all the support and encouragement you need.

    I've been a T2 diabetic for 27+ years and, a fellow Buckeye, living in the Cincy area.

    I wish you much success on your new journey!

    Bob
  • CherylDrab
    CherylDrab Posts: 9 Member
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    Thanks for the heas up on the diabetes site Bob. I will definitely check it out. thanks again!

    Cheryl

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