Anniversary.
Today marks my one year anniversary since being diagnosed with Type II Diabetes. Upon reading a journal that I kept at the time, I seemed hopeful that I would be able to manage my blood sugar and mitigate complications. As hopeful as I was, I have to say that I have exceeded my expectations as far as my progress goes. The fact that I was able to get off of meds and lose as much fat and gain as much muscle as I have is quite remarkable. What’s even more remarkable is that I didn’t deprive myself of much; I just made sure that if I wanted something good to eat, I’d just have to earn it with exercise and that I would always have to be cautious of not overdoing it. And even though it’s been one year, I know this not the “end of the road” — it has to be a continuing journey…
Me on 2/24/2009
Me on 5/11/2009
Me on 7/04/2009
Me on 8/07/2009
Me on 11/12/2009
Me on 1/21/2010
Me on 2/15/2010 (Great Aloha Run)
Me on 3/6/2010
I’m in disbelief that I could all this in one year. I have lost weight before, but it was hardly the accomplishment this was as I was able to eat well with the aid of effective (and even fun!) exercise. If I can do it, there should be hope for anyone who is overweight that they can do it, too!
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And you look fantastic! Keep it up. Next time maybe I’ll meet you at the finish line.
Thanks so much! Yeah the Great Aloha Run was so much fun! Not everyday you can go running on Nimitz Highway.