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Originally Posted by CarlC
I too was on BP meds for six years but am now off of them. A 35# weight loss, a focused diet, and regular exercise works wonders toward lowering the body's workload and increasing efficiencies.
People that have not seen me for a while ask me how I've done it. "Diet and exercise." Most people believe there must be a Silver Bullet, but there isn't.
Loosing weight is kinda like bodywork on a car. The first part is pretty easy, but getting the last % takes proportionally a ton more work. For me simply dieting/restricting caloric intake does not work. I have to exercise regularly and have a reasonable diet to make it work.
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You are absolutely right Carl, there is no secret or new magic potion. Consistent discipline is what gets you there. Educating yourself and stocking your cupboards with healthy choices is key.
For instance, a buddy and I went to the 49'ers vs. Bears game on Monday night in San Francisco. I talked him into running across the Golden Gate bridge and back before the game. We had a great time at the game which included some brews. The next day we felt pretty good but a little off. We grabbed a healthy breakfast and then hit the gym on the 35th floor with a bay view. Two work outs on vacation and we were gone for 30 hours.
I always talk about GOOD habits. You can cement them just like BAD habits. They just don't come quite as naturally or quickly.