Mike McDermott
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So true. I see the same thing--but it is a vicious circle. The mental/psychological issues really need a quick fix to get them on a long term fix it seems. I often feel powerless trying to help out-and sometimes feel I am just enabling them from dealing with the root issues.Literally the best thing you can do for youself in life is exercise and eat a well balanced diet. So many medical issues would go away, mental illnesses such as depression would vastly improve as well. I have family members on god knows how many medications and dealing with sleep apnea and so many other issues, but the only way they try and fix it is to take more medication.
So true. I see the same thing--but it is a vicious circle. The mental/psychological issues really need a quick fix to get them on a long term fix it seems. I often feel powerless trying to help out-and sometimes feel I am just enabling them from dealing with the root issues.
It's sad to see a 40 year old not even being able to walk up a flight of stairs because they are so overweight and out of shape. I have some people I know taking medication for there medication at this point, how about just living a healthy lifestyle? It's not that hard to be able to find 30 minutes a day to exercise and make a few healthy choices when eating daily.
The main issue with eating is ... “eating healthy” is so subjective. As just one example, Maybe I think if you drink any pop (soda) you are eating unhealthy.
Someone may disagree and think “well if I have just 3-4 cans a week that’s not unhealthy at all, because I used to have 12 cans a week”.
Same can be said for “how to eat healthy” with eating certain meats, or cheeses, or foods with saturated fats. The list goes on and on with the things bad for you.
Then there are some where ignorance is bliss and they don’t really want to know what’s bad to eat because they have little will power when it comes to giving up foods they love tasting.
Exercise is subjective for many too. A casual walk around the block or if they have a job where they are on their feet all day. They have the mindset where that is enough daily exercise.
Where some look at that and think no no no ... 30-45 mins of sweat inducing exercise is what must be done.
But again, when it comes to exercise, ignorance is bliss for some.
I know you know where the answers truly are, but others don’t have the will power to change lifelong bad habits.
The main issue with eating is ... “eating healthy” is so subjective. As just one example, Maybe I think if you drink any pop (soda) you are eating unhealthy.
Someone may disagree and think “well if I have just 3-4 cans a week that’s not unhealthy at all, because I used to have 12 cans a week”.
Same can be said for “how to eat healthy” with eating certain meats, or cheeses, or foods with saturated fats. The list goes on and on with the things bad for you.
Then there are some where ignorance is bliss and they don’t really want to know what’s bad to eat because they have little will power when it comes to giving up foods they love tasting.
Exercise is subjective for many too. A casual walk around the block or if they have a job where they are on their feet all day. They have the mindset where that is enough daily exercise.
Where some look at that and think no no no ... 30-45 mins of sweat inducing exercise is what must be done.
But again, when it comes to exercise, ignorance is bliss for some.
I know you know where the answers truly are, but others don’t have the will power to change lifelong bad habits.
Being healthy isn't subjective.
The big issue is that people don't want to put in the work to prioritize their health.
It is easier to sit on the couch and eat McDonald's.
I used to live that way and I was over 300 lbs.
I've cycled between 240 and 180lbs and have settled in lately in the mid-190s.
It's just that I have decided that I will be consistent with eating meals that align with my health and fitness goals and I go to a CrossFit gym three times a week without fail.
It isn't subjective, but it does need to be personalized. It takes time and dedication to make it happen. Some people don't value their health that highly.
And what people say they value isn't what they value. What they really value is what they spend their time and money on.
You misunderstood me. Sorry. I wasn’t saying the act of eating healthy is subjective. It’s the understanding of “healthy” by some people. Maybe I’m not explaining it right
I eat bacon, eggs, sausage, and toast almost everyday, am I doing it right?Yes, there are a million different diets out there.
But, the bigger issue is that people have a hard time sticking with the tried and true basics of:
- Drink lots of water
- Eat lots of real foods (veggies, fruit, and lean protein)
- Don't eat more calories than you burn
depends on what you're toasting toI eat bacon, eggs, sausage, and toast almost everyday, am I doing it right?
I eat bacon, eggs, sausage, and toast almost everyday, am I doing it right?
Sleep as you know it is officially OVER .
But seriously, congrats!!!!!!
Cute! Congrats!
Congratulations!
Congrats!
I'm so sorry for your loss (of sleep). Congrats!!
Awesome, congrats to you guys
Congrats and congrats.
congrats! Thanks for sharing this is awesome!
Congrats, Doak!
Awesome!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!!! They look like they're both at least 4 lbs. Any NICU time expected before heading home?
Was it Yesterday (21st) ????? That's my birthday, too!!
(Pretty sure I called that back when you announced you folks were expecting.)
Thanks everyone. They are around 10 days old....and you aren't joking about a lack of sleep. Olivia is actually a pretty good sleeper. Jackson, however, is not.
Western NY is getting hammered harder than a 2016-2017 Sabres team.
Snow
High Winds
Low temps
Oh joy ...
The crazy part is that I crack open my weather app and it says that the highs on Tuesday and next Wednesday will be in the 50s....