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Perky Sue - On My Way to Being More Healthy
I'm 62 working on my general health. I have arthritis. Four facets of good health with arthritis: weight control, nutrition, staying mobile, and medication as appropriate. Also, had full bloodwork done and I have high cholesterol. As I’m at the low end of a healthy weight, I’m not sure where I can cut much more. The doctor we don’t have a lot to work with and wants to prescribe statins. Absolutely not. I’m working on where I can change my diet instead. I love the outdoors and nothing ...
I'm 62 working on my general health. I have arthritis. Four facets of good health with arthritis: weight control, nutrition, staying mobile, and medication as appropriate. Also, had full bloodwork done and I have high cholesterol. As I’m at the low end of a healthy weight, I’m not sure where I can cut much more. The doctor we don’t have a lot to work with and wants to prescribe statins. Absolutely not. I’m working on where I can change my diet instead. I love the outdoors and nothing will stop me from having fun. I have a wonderful husband, two grown stepchildren, and a dog. We live in Texas.
Member Since:
5/15/2007
Fitness Minutes:
3,992
My Goals:
Slimmer body
More stamina
Stronger!
My Program:
Exercise four or more times a week
Smaller portions at meals, dinner in particular
Cut way back on desserts
Few or no sweets and candy, especially while at work
Personal Information:
I'm 51, in menopause and have poly-inflammatory arthritis.
Interview on KCRA May 4, 2009:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MvWq8AL
b95I
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I'm married to a wonderful man who has two minor children. We have 50/50 custody which is often stressful. I'm in a different online group for stepmothers which has saved my sanity and my marriage.
DH and I love to camp, bike ride and ski. We each love the outdoors. He is a retired Battalion Chief and I work full time for a construction company.
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I'm 62 working on my general health. I have arthritis. Four facets of good health with arthritis: weight control, nutrition, staying mobile, and medication as appropriate. Also, had full bloodwork done and I have high cholesterol. As I’m at the low end of a healthy weight, I’m not sure where I can cut much more. The doctor we don’t have a lot to work with and wants to prescribe statins. Absolutely not. I’m working on where I can change my diet instead. I love the outdoors and nothing will stop me from having fun. I have a wonderful husband, two grown stepchildren, and a dog. We live in Texas.
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My Goals:
Slimmer body More stamina Stronger!
My Program:
Exercise four or more times a week Smaller portions at meals, dinner in particular Cut way back on desserts Few or no sweets and candy, especially while at work
Personal Information:
I'm 51, in menopause and have poly-inflammatory arthritis. Interview on KCRA May 4, 2009: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MvWq8AL b95I
Other Information:
I'm married to a wonderful man who has two minor children. We have 50/50 custody which is often stressful. I'm in a different online group for stepmothers which has saved my sanity and my marriage. DH and I love to camp, bike ride and ski. We each love the outdoors. He is a retired Battalion Chief and I work full time for a construction company.
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hello =D
thank you for the spark goody, i needed a little uplift today
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Thanks for dropping by with the link -- unfortunately, I could not get it to connect. Appreciate you trying --
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I'd love to see this YouTube video -- but can't find it under perkysue -- are you able to provide a link?
Thanks! You are an inspiration!
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I just watched your local TV interview on Youtube. Fantastic interview and I am certain you have helped to motivate others to regain health. Good Job!!!
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Just found your interview on You Tube. You look great. Thanks for your encouragement. Keep up the good work.
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