Bleh

Sooo...talk about modification...

For the next several weeks I will be modifying my workouts to anything that doesn't require standing on my legs.  So, I plan on doing P90x 3 days a week and focusing on upper body: back, chest, arms.  And, on other days I will be doing abb workouts and anything I can do from the floor.  Why you ask?

Well, I went back to the doctor today and he suspects I may have a small tear in my calf muscle.  And, because it is hard to keep the leg stationary, it will take several weeks to heal.

Frustrated!

But, while I was there we talked about my eating plan and the exercise plan.  He was very enthusiastic and encouraging about me taking on P90x.  He said anything that gets you moving is a good choice. 

In talking about an eating plan, he agreed that 1800 calories was a good choice and that anything less was a starvation diet.  He said anyone at my age can easily burn through 1800 calories just with a routine day.  So, on workout days, we may bump the calories up to 2000-2200.  We discussed the types of food and the balance of protein, carbs intake. From a medical perspective...I am on the right track!

So, even though I can't do what I want to do right now, I will find a way to get physical and I will continue to eat a balanced diet. 

I refuse to allow myself to get discouraged by this temporary set back.  And, I will find a way to reach my goals!