Was diagnosed with type 2 in 2005. Convinced myself and my doctor that I could manage with diet and exercise. Did not happen.
On 12/12/2012 I had a stroke. Scary. 268 pounds, out of shape and poor eating habits. On 3/8/2013 I had a stent put in a artery on my heart (90%) blocked.
Today, 191 lbs, A1C 5.0, blood pressure normal. And in the best shape of my whole adult life. Yesterday I rode 35 miles on my bicycle at an average 10 mph pace. I FEEL GREAT!
At the beginning, I was angry, frustrated and scared. Now, happy and not so scared. I keep a bit of fear in my mind, so I don't backslide. As my doctor said, "fear is a great motivator".
The photo is of me at the YMCA during a workout. I get exercise every day. 4 days to the Y for the weight machines (cardio on a stationary cycle in poor weather). The other days I walk or ride my bike for cardio (at least 30 min.) and do simple exercises at home. While watching TV, I do crunches or some dumbbell work.
Don't give up. Do something everyday, at least a little at a time. I find that the pains of working out are minor compared to the alternatives.
Get up.....get moving.....it will probably save your life!
I know, not so special......yet very important to me.
Mentor, OH
