Sometimes life get's in the way, but never the less she persisted...

It has been quite a while since my first blog post. That post took way too long... Life get's in the way, and boy has it over the past two years!. I NEVER imagined all of the twists and turns i have experienced as of late... But each turn adds to the journey's challenges and creates more questions... can I overcome them? Will I resort to eating a dozen cupcakes? Will Nick Cannon father anymore children? We may never have the answers to all of life's riddles, but life must go on, or as one of my favorite quotes Jeff Goldblum from Jurassic Park puts it, "Life, will find a way..."

So, I am trying to get back into my regular workout routine after riding one of life's many roller coasters. I have managed to maintain my weight loss within 10 lbs. thankfully! I know that many wonder if it is my goal to lose more weight. My ultimate goal is physical fitness, which may produce more weight loss. I am, however quite pleased that I have been able to maintain for over two years without being able to resume my HIIT and hiking workouts pre-surgery! Hey, a win is a win, right? Granted I know I have to get back into the rhythm but that leads me back to the title, life get's in the way sometimes!

In the meantime... I am still in fairly good health. All of my routines labs are basically the same and within normal values for my age. At 52, almost 53, i have avoided many ailments that have plagued other's in my age group... partly due to genetics and without doubt the weight loss. I know that I can get back on track because I now know the formula that works best for me. I believe that is the most critical element of any individuals weightless journey. Find what works for you... your body... your lifestyle. What I am really pleased with regarding my ability to maintain has been the fact that I have controlled the urge to truly stress eat. Do I indulge in a cupcake here and there, of course. The difference now is that I accept it as normal and I don't beat myself up about it; a behavior that historically would send me spiraling into a complete binge session. My new motto, eat the cupcake and resume the 80/20 lifestyle!

Another positive during this crazy time period, I have had the opportunity to start the vlog that complements my journey on YouTube. I have posted part one and will update as I post there as well. Thank you for entertaining my therapeutic rant. I hope you feel inspired to start out on your own journey!