It is kind of ironic that I am not going to be able to do my day 90th workout...at least not all of it. I played soccer last night for the first time in my life and would you believe that I tweaked my ankle! Good thing this did not happen a few weeks ago. I need to rest it for a few days and I will try another workout this weekend.
The results of participating in PCP have been very positive from a physical, mental and emotional perspective. Physically, I feel as good as I can ever remember. I have less fatigue because I am sleeping better. I no longer experience headaches or acid reflux because my new eating habits dictate that I am eating the right foods more consistently and not too late into the evening. And of course I feel good about the way my body looks. I believe I started at just under 178 pounds and my official ending weight taken this morning is 160.2! I have lost 2 to 3 waist sizes--34/35 to a 32 and none of my old clothes fit me anymore. I have to admit that I really like the fact that I can see my stomach muscles coming through also!
Mentally, my overall disposition is more positive and my patience level is higher. I feel that I am more patient with my kids , spouse and others around me both in a personal and professional context.
Emotionally, I was able to overcome some frustrations on the part of my spouse to a point where I honestly believe she understands why this was a good thing for me...for all the reasons above. Some of the food choices I have integrated into my eating habits have found their way into my families diet which makes me feel good. Also, I have had my fair share of lows over the past two years since being diagnosed with MS and I really needed to do this for myself. Just completing this program has done wonders for my state of mind and confidence level.
In closing, I will continue with PCP concepts both from a dietary and exercise perspective. I am looking forward, not back and I want my body to do the same!
I will be posting some pics over the next day or so.
Thanks and congratulations to everyone who finished!
David this is a great final PCP post....you have learned so much in addition to losing weight and adding muscle. Love how some of the PCP diet has trickled down to the rest of the family. It has been fun following along the last 90 days with you. Hope the best for you with your MS. The PCP lifestyle will only benefit your MS. Enjoy your next few days off, take a break and let your ankle heal. Way to go!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations David. Many of the benefits you mention are the same I felt and continue to feel. You have changed your life for the better and the fact that the family also benefits makes it all the more satisfying. Having been out of the program myself now for 3+ months I can tell you that it is easy to slip a bit but also very easy to get right back on track - because now you have the knowledge...and the body and mind have great muscle memory. You look healthy...your post sounds healthy and going forward I know you will relish in the fact that you are healthy!
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