Continuing plan for the summer determined to get to the gym to maintain my weight and to tone.....this routine has become very much a part of my daily objectives.my day also includes
scales
daily calorie count
making the right food choices
portion control
I have found that as I have got older I don't seem to need or crave the larger portions I would have had when I was young. We were brought up to "clear our plates" whereas now it is more sensible to say I am full - my body is telling me this so leave the food we don't need. Fortunately the friend I met yesterday has a similar approach to food and watches the carbs and portions size. Maybe surrounding yourself with like minded people is the answer when socialising and then you are not tempted to order fatty calorific alternatives.
This may seem to be onerous and prescriptive and I understand if this is the impression that is taken from this. However once you have worked out a healthy diet content which you find appealing you will be surprised how you will become happy with it and more comfortable and the bonus you will start to see a difference in your shape, energy levels and well being.
I am no saint and like a glass of wine and a bag of crisps like everyone else - however these are acceptable so long as they don't become a frequent components of your diet.
Its a little bit like learning to drive - you never think you will get the knack of being competent so many things to think about .....however driving eventually becomes second nature to you and part of everyday life!
No reason why mature women in age category 50 and beyond can't have a figure which is beach ready!!
Talking of everyday life the rest of the day will be devoted to catching up on jobs in the garden....cutting back, pruning, planting bedding plants and praying that there won't be a frost!
Keeping active and busy for me now in my 60s is vital and hope that it will help in the future with my health and my mind!!
Time for a cup of tea!!
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