2018 Commit To Be Fit Challenge - Page 5

KonaKat · ‎03-10-2010

I was diagnosed with AFib, the paroxyzmal variety, but which required a cardiac ablation when meds failef to control the irregular rate. When I was relased, the electrophysiologist explained that overweight can contribute to the development of AFib or its reoccurence. His discharge orders included the exercise recommendation of minutes and also agreed that the cycle recommended by the orthopedic for a knee problem would be a satisfactory form of exercise.

I have to admit that I tried walking but the impact on my knee created problems, so my regular cardiologist suggested that I return to using the recumbant bike or cycle for the recommended minutes. Rather than driving a distance to an exercise enter to use a recumbant bike, I purchased a fold up version for home use.

I don't wear a heart monitor but I do use a FitBit HR to monitor intensity of the exercise and heart rate 24/7 so it indicates peak performrance and cardiac levels during the exercise period.

I'm still on xarelto because of the stroke risk and also on another heart med because when the ablation was done, some of the misfiring heart cells were too close to a valve to be safely ablated or destroyed. I've been doing fine since the ablation.

**************** "A black cat crossing your path just means that it is going from one place to another." Proud owner of a black cat and a shopper of QVC since the merger with CVN.

Trinity11 · ‎11-16-2014

I watched a segment on the news yesterday about how people who lose weight together and exercise do better than those who do it alone.

My goal this year is to get back to my pre-heart attack weight. The medications and the inability to exercise have made me gain uncomfortably to the point of where I am depressed about it. All I want to do is just stay indoors and exercising is so painful now. I know if I lose the weight and totally commit to a plan that halves my insulin needs (insulin is a fat building hormone) I will feel like the old me. After months of eating the diet prescribed by my cardiologist and endocrinologist, all I have done is gain weight and I am finally understanding that for me to be slender, it is mandatory to cut carbohydrates and reduce fat. Once and for all, I am going to listen to my own body again.

I was never a person who would have been so dismal about the prospects of healing. Somehow, I am going to dig myself out of this and with the help of reading everyone else's frank, detailed accounts of how hard they are working at this, I know I will be inspired.

Thanks for starting this thread, @SeaMaiden and for all who have participated thus far on it. This may truly be a lifesaver for some of us. I know it will be for me.

vickie25 · ‎08-11-2012

I had read somewhere that before you get out of bed, to lay in bed and just smile. That it will put you in a good mood for the day. I tried it this morning and it did make me feel better.

I found this quote about smiling:

One of the easiest and cheapest ways to boost your health, your mood, your longevity, and even your success is to smile. Smiles do a lot more than simply let the world know you're happy. ... People who smile and laugh often are less likely to develop heart disease. Smiling also temporarily reduces blood pressure

SeaMaiden · ‎03-10-2010

@sfnative ( Rebecca). You have a wonderful attitude with all the difficulties you have had come into your life. If everyone had a great attitude, the world would be a better place. So sorry your knee surgery left you in pain. I look forward to reading your posts in the months ahead. Best to you in your fitness challenge and in the new year. 🙂

dex · ‎03-09-2010

@sfnative you have some good plans to achieve your goals.I like the idea of a walk every sixty minutes.I will incorporate that into my lifestyle and try to encourage my family to participate.I wish you success in your fitness pursuits.

dex · ‎03-09-2010

We just got home from a walk that was frigid...eyes watering and nose running faster than I could.It felt great though and I feel revitalized.There is nothing like being cold to make you feel alive.

sfnative · ‎03-10-2010

@dex wrote:
@sfnative you have some good plans to achieve your goals.I like the idea of a walk every sixty minutes.I will incorporate that into my lifestyle and try to encourage my family to participate.I wish you success in your fitness pursuits.

@dex

Thank you, Whatnow. I really need to do that, as I crochet and knit almost the entire day - which I really love to do, now that I'm away from teaching surgical arts and working 14 hour days.

Just as i was logging on right now, I thought that I must use a 78 font and type on a piece of paper "COMMIT TO BE FIT." I plan to place this on the wall just where I exit the master bedroom, where I have a pretty and small Jim Shore cross. I cannot NOT see it when I exit the room after getting up in the morning and every time I exit the room. I'll probably do the same in 1 or 2 other places as well.

All the best in your journey. XXX - Rebecca

dex · ‎03-09-2010

@sfnative@I wish I knew how to crochet and knit.I wonder how many calories that burns.Seriously though nobody in my family has any knitting or crochet skills and I always wanted to learn as I love homemade items especially for babies.

CLEM · ‎03-09-2010

I got on the scale today and have decided to lose at least 10 lb but 12 would be better by June 1. Sweets and butter will have to be the first things to cut out. In the past it was easy to cut sweets and I hope I can do it again easily.

Actually I need to lose more, but it has been hard to do because I had a thyroidectomy and my medicine keeps constantly getting adjusted. The other thing is I am now 78 and it gets harder with every year. Currently I am waiting for the Mayo Clinic diet book and hope this can give me some ideas. Also I will weigh myself only once/month to start with.

phoenixbrd · ‎03-27-2010

@hckynut It was meant as a compliment....

You stated:

"I had my own journey from point zero as far as physical fitness starting about a year ago. Having knowledge of my body and facing recovery more times than I can remember, I knew what my body best responded to as far as getting fit. Right now, at 78, I am more physically fit than I was 15 years ago, but my journey was anything but easy."

Respect for being at point zero and facing recovery many times, yet you picked yourself up and are more physically fit now....reminded me that it is the willingness to face our challenges and not allow ourselves to stay down. I've been there myself. We are warriors that don't accept limitations.