The Honeybee's Lifestyle

Tag: healthy living

  • I Got Caught Slippin

    Hello Honeybees,

    Well, it finally happened. It took almost a year but it caught me. Yep, the Rona weight gain caught me. It seems like it really started happening after Thanksgiving. That’s when I was back to working from home full time.



    In September I started a new job and I was going into the office for 3 days a week. On those 3 days I would take my lunch which meant I was meal prepping on a more regular basis. But during the holidays we started WFH one day a week and then the numbers in Shelby County continued to climb so it was best for us to work from home as much as possible.

    In February I started to feel it. I just felt a sense of heaviness, my muscles were aching and I just felt lazy or rather unmotivated. I knew that I needed to get up and move but again “laziness” was easier. I was trying on clothes for a photo shoot and NOTHING fit. When I say nothing, I mean nothing. Even the “big” clothes in the back of the closet were tight.

    So as my friend Desiree says “Rona caught me slippin”. Also, as I seriously move into full on menopause my hormones are kicking my butt too. Not using it as an excuse although its real but I haven’t done a single thing to help in this battle. Why, because I was unmotivated.

    It’s time for me to get up and get moving. It’s also time to get back to meal prepping. When I combine the two I should be able to get my life back on track. I have Spring to drop about 15lbs before Summer but I know I can do it. My workout plan will look different this time. Loosing weight in your 50’s is a lot different than loosing weight in your 30’s. Where I use to focus on cardio, this time I will focus more on weight training. I’ll still get in the cardio but weight training is where I should have the best results. I’ll also head back to the gym AFTER I get vaccinated. 

    As a daily reminder and for a little motivation I’m dropping a penny in my workout jar for every 30 minutes of exercise I complete. It’s pennies so it won’t add up to a lot but the visual of seeing the jar fill up will do wonders for my spirit.

    Did Ms. Rona catch you slippin?

     

    Beewisdom- What seems impossible today will one day become your warm up

  • Jean Check

    Hello Honeybees,
    I’ve completely lost count of how long I’ve been #shelteredinplace. The days, weeks & now months have all run together. I’m tired of cooking, I’m tired of cleaning the kitchen (I don’t like the way my sons do it). I am most definitely tired of zoom calls for work or pleasure.
    We’ve all had to make some adjustments especially when it comes to diet & exercise. I walk outside as much as possible but if it’s too cold or wet I’ll walk inside my building.
    I’m also still watching what I eat. Before Corona I was meal planning. It more so for financial reasons than diet but it worked for both so win-win. These days I’m not meal planning as much but I’m also not pigging out. I try to keep healthy snacks around & even though Lent is over & I can have sweets I’m not going back.
    I don’t have a scale & since the YMCA is closed I can’t weigh myself so I do the next best thing…. I try on my jeans!! If the jeans still fit I’m okay. When the jeans can’t button it’s time to put in MORE work. Now THIS will drive me to a Zoom workout.
    Since business is now virtual and you only get to see my top, like most people I have on sweats or something super comfy on the bottom. So giving my jeans a test run once a week helps me to gauge where I am. I would love to come out of this a size smaller.
    I hope everyone is staying safe. We are definitely each other’s keeper at this point. Your not going out can save someone’s life.
    Beewisdom- You are not hungry sis. Close the refrigerator door.

  • Testing,Testing

    Hello Honeybees,

    As we enter Q2 of 2019 many of us have either given up on our new year’s resolutions or we are hanging tough. I didn’t make any particular resolutions but there are some things that I am making a priority. One of the biggest is my health. As you know the latter part of 2018 was tough for me health wise. I shared my story here. One thing that I learned during the time I spent in and out of the hospital is how important it is for us to take care of our bodies. In my case prevention was key.

    Some might think that because they are under 40 they don’t have to worry about their health until later. Well I am here to tell you that no matter your age…. Take care of your body..NOW!!! Here are some suggested health screenings that you should consider, of course age and family history can impact when you should have this test performed. Make the appointment ASAP.

    Always know your status (STI/AIDS/HIV) no matter your age

    Also, please don’t forget your mental health. Seek help if you need someone to talk to. If you think you might need some help, you probably do and that’s okay. We all need some help to navigate this crazy world.

    Preventive Test

    Blood Pressure– A diagnosis of hypertension, or high blood pressure, is made if your blood pressure is higher than 140/90. Because high blood pressure can lead to other complications, it should be checked every two years if it’s 120/80 or under. If you have to take meds to help control your blood pressure take them. I’m got my prescription refilled this week.

    Cholesterol– at least once every 4-6 years (or more frequently if you’re at risk for a heart attack).

    Blood Sugar– Get a fasting blood sugar test or other screening test for diabetes or pre diabetes at least once every 3 years and take control of diabetes EARLY.

    Skin Test– Check your skin for any unusual spots or moles. Be sure to ask your doctor to check your skin once a year, as well.

    Immunization – People over age 50 should get a flu shot every year. And don’t forget, even healthy people need a tetanus booster shot every 10 years, and one of those should contain the pertussis vaccine for whooping cough.

    Mammogram– women should have routine mammograms to help detect any early signs of breast cancer. Your doctor can tell you how often you should repeat the test. Early detection of breast cancer can save your breast and your life.

    Pap Smear/Pelvic Exam – Combining a Pap test with a human papillomavirus (HPV) test can safely extend the interval between cervical cancer screenings from three years to five years in many women between the ages of 30-65.

    Colonoscopy– can be done as a screening for colon cancer and other problems, usually starting at age 50. Go Get Tested

    Eye Exam– Be sure to get your eyes examined regularly — at least every 1 to 2 years until age 60 and then every year thereafter. Go more often if you have vision problems or risk factors for eye problems.

    Dental Check Up-You should visit the dentist at least twice year for an exam and cleaning. Your oral health can affect your physical health.

    Ok, I’m off my soap box now. I want to be around to watch my sons become fathers and play with my future grandchildren. I want to travel the world and just enjoy life but I need my best body and mental state to do it. I also want you to be around to enjoy life with me.

    Have you scheduled your yearly exams? If not what are you waiting on?

    Beewisdom- Health is a relationship between you and your body