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Why Don't I Do What I Need to Do To Stay Healthy?

Leah
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A former teacher, majorette. A wife, mother of one, grandmother of...

Leah

Tuesday, November 06, 2007
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I never worried about carrying the torch. Sure there was a family history of heart disease, hypertension, elevated cholesterol levels, and diabetes. And, yeah, my four brothers had come down with all the problems.  Though I have been treated for the first three problems since I was in my twentie...
  1. Why Don't I Do What I Need to Do To Stay Healthy?
    Coni Townshend Halko
    Wednesday, November 07, 2007 at 11:43 AM

    Dear Cuz,

     

    I can relate only too well--rice, potatoes, hot bread--all my fav carbs

     

    I go to the gym and use the treadmill -- but, not often enough...

     

    Maybe it would work if you made it your routine to get on treadmill as soon as you get up in the morning--before you have you cup of tea...

     

    As for me--I go right after work on my way home--I stop by the gym at Andrews...use treadmill for 30-45 mins...then go home

     

    Still--even though it is my routine--at drop of hat, I don't go.  I aim for 5 times a week--minimum.  Usually I go 3-5 times.

     

    I feel great afterwards--I just seem to allow things to distract me.

     

    It is so important--I know it--just like you do.  We will have to try harder to be healthy [smile-wink]

     

    Love you

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    re: Why Don't I Do What I Need to Do To Stay Healthy?
    Leah
    Wednesday, November 07, 2007 at 11:55 AM

    I like your idea aabout hitting the achines right after I get up.  I could watch the news at the same time...then, my cup of tea and oatmeal (the long cooking kind) would be my reward!!!  I'll try that once I get home from my daughter's.

    Thank you, Coni, for being so supportive and for reading my blog.  Your feedback is important!

    Love, Leah

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    re: re: Why Don't I Do What I Need to Do To Stay Healthy?
    Coni Townshend Halko
    Wednesday, November 07, 2007 at 11:59 AM

    My pleasure!

     

    Have fun on your trip--and give hugs, kisses and my love to both Dana and Alex.

     

    smile

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