My name is Ryan Leopold. I am married, no kids other than our 2-wonderful pups (Mochi and Beta). My wife and I (Sequoia) live in Kirkland, WA and we actually both work in Kirkland...which is nice.
Sequoia and I just got back from a nice Christmas away in Scottsdale...tried to get away from the cold and rain and into some warmth! Weather was really nice in AZ, just cold. While we were away we both agreed to start a little adventure together...to better our health through nutrition and exercise. We also both agreed to document our journey in a daily blog. I have made a pretty big commitment, to blog everyday for the next 3-months. It seems like a great way to (a) keep myself accountable and (2) document the way I feel throughout the process.
For me, this all popped up from watching several diet related documentaries over the past couple of weeks like: Food Matters, Forks Over Knives, Food Inc. and Super Size Me. All these movies are packed with great information and suggestions. BUT, I found it all to be overwhelming to say the least! I plan to make small but manageable changes in an effort to solve a handful of issues that have plagued me for the last couple of years.
My issues are:
For me, this all popped up from watching several diet related documentaries over the past couple of weeks like: Food Matters, Forks Over Knives, Food Inc. and Super Size Me. All these movies are packed with great information and suggestions. BUT, I found it all to be overwhelming to say the least! I plan to make small but manageable changes in an effort to solve a handful of issues that have plagued me for the last couple of years.
My issues are:
- SLEEP- I have a hard time getting a full nights sleep, I often take sleep aids that make me groggy and lethargic the next day--then I drink to much coffee or take energy drinks to get through the day
- ENERGY and FOCUS- Same thing, hard to have a clear mind when my body feels worn down from a lack of sleep and a stressful work week
- BACK PAIN- I have lower back issues that tend to effect my workouts and most importantly my golf game!
- MOOD- I often feel grumpy or at times depressed, this time of year is always worse with our Seattle weather but I feel this also has a lot to do with my diet.
I will have my plan all worked up in my second post...again, small changes to the foods I eat and the consistency of my workout plan! I know this challenge will not be easy, especially blogging everyday but I really am looking forward to these much need changes!
To be honest...I am not off to a great start! It is January 1st and I am hung over from last nights activities! Can only get better from here! :)
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