Yesterday I mentioned the spiritual walk I'm embarking on over the coming year, but I didn't delve much into the goals surrounding my physical health...
2009 marked an interesting year for this topic of "physical health." I watched my grandmother battle bladder cancer, complete with chemotherapy and then ultimately complete removal of her bladder last month. She never exhibited any symptoms of cancer, but went in to a routine yearly appointment only to be forever changed by the finding of a tumor in her bladder. It was shocking! One minute, you're completely fine and normal, the next you're being told you have the dreaded C-word!
Later in the year, I went in for my routine check-up and was shocked to find out a few days later that I had high grade pre-cancerous cells, which would mean an outpatient procedure and check-ups every 3 months for a year to monitor these cells. Although my condition is quite common, it was nonetheless emotionally and mentally challenging. Fortunately, I am incredibly blessed to be married to a supportive and loving husband who has been nothing but wonderful through this entire ordeal.
These are just two examples of how my eyes have been opened to the importance of physical health and well-being. Granted, I know that someone can live a perfectly healthy lifestyle and still get sick, but I am still motivated to do whatever I can to live the healthiest and most holistic lifestyle possible. Therefore, I am taking the step towards healthier eating and weekly exercise.
I went to the grocery store yesterday and had a blast picking out the freshest foods in order to prepare small meals and snacks throughout the day. And for Christmas I was fortunate to have been given some walk-at-home dvd's that will make my exercise goals accessible and easy to do. I am really excited about the opportunity to not only get in shape for my summer up north, but to feel and look better inside and out!
Here's to health and well-being in 2010!
2009 marked an interesting year for this topic of "physical health." I watched my grandmother battle bladder cancer, complete with chemotherapy and then ultimately complete removal of her bladder last month. She never exhibited any symptoms of cancer, but went in to a routine yearly appointment only to be forever changed by the finding of a tumor in her bladder. It was shocking! One minute, you're completely fine and normal, the next you're being told you have the dreaded C-word!
Later in the year, I went in for my routine check-up and was shocked to find out a few days later that I had high grade pre-cancerous cells, which would mean an outpatient procedure and check-ups every 3 months for a year to monitor these cells. Although my condition is quite common, it was nonetheless emotionally and mentally challenging. Fortunately, I am incredibly blessed to be married to a supportive and loving husband who has been nothing but wonderful through this entire ordeal.
These are just two examples of how my eyes have been opened to the importance of physical health and well-being. Granted, I know that someone can live a perfectly healthy lifestyle and still get sick, but I am still motivated to do whatever I can to live the healthiest and most holistic lifestyle possible. Therefore, I am taking the step towards healthier eating and weekly exercise.
I went to the grocery store yesterday and had a blast picking out the freshest foods in order to prepare small meals and snacks throughout the day. And for Christmas I was fortunate to have been given some walk-at-home dvd's that will make my exercise goals accessible and easy to do. I am really excited about the opportunity to not only get in shape for my summer up north, but to feel and look better inside and out!
Here's to health and well-being in 2010!
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