Seeing a Change Motivates Me to Take It to Another Level

Submitted by Kim G. from Disability and Aging

My doctor had been monitoring my glucose levels due to seeing a slight increase with each lab result. My last A1c was 7.1 which carries a diagnosis of diabetes. It was that day that I asked my primary care physician to allow me to make the necessary changes in my diet and exercise to reduce my levels. I went to a diabetic training which gave me the needed tools to make nutritional changes. I consume less fat, sugar, carbs and salt. I measure my food and prepare my meals at home.

My fitness goal is to work out at least three times per week. My healthy eating goal is to keep my regimen for a lifetime – not to deprive myself of enjoying food, but to eat less.

I have participated in almost all of the Working for a Healthier Tennessee challenges. They have truly helped me stay focused. They are a way to help kickstart needed changes and actively get others involved.

When you see and feel the change in your physical and mental status, it keeps you motivated to take it to a higher level. I also believe in keeping myself surrounded with people who have the same goals and provide the needed support to keep me going.