Diet & Workouts 2024

The illin’ event of Sunday evening was brief, ending by the next morning. Resting heart rate decreased steadily since then to 54bpm as of this morning.

The issue of old age is now a primary concern. Gym workouts will be affected. The weights portion of the workout will remain unchanged but constantly monitored. Any problems will necessitate a decrease in maximum weight goals. At this point in time, the assessment is that the latter goals are already “pushing the envelope.” At this age, any injury will be permanent.

Cardio workouts will continue on the elliptical machine. However, any day preceded by poor sleep will require either the mummification of the cardio workout for that day or a substitution with a leisurely ride on the stationary recumbent bicycle (at minimum resistance). The premise is that sleep deprivation is the trigger for SVT events.

Dietary concerns will remain at the forefront. Saturated fat intake will continue to be monitored. Sodium consumption, however, will be vigilantly monitored and curtailed. There is also some concern about “vegetable” oils.

The sodium problem has proven to be quite bad. The amount of sodium in food is unbelievably high. Take for example, a generic blueberry muffin, a sweet treat. Yet, it may contain up to 600mg of sodium (26% of DV). Yeah, eating four of those muffins in one sitting (highly unlikely) will exceed the recommended DV.

As stated previously in Notes, two Fruit & Maple Oatmeal bowls at the fast food joint in town will serve as breakfast on most weekdays. The total cost is a whopping $8.60 plus tax. However, the total amount of sodium is 300mg. Dinner options were discussed in the Notes post titled, “Sodium.”

Of course, there is always the question of why meals are not simply prepared in the mausoleum in the “old folks home” in Waikiki. There are absolutely no cooking utensils or cookware in personal possession. There are no plans to purchase the latter and former. In addition, most people will cook food with commercial mixes, sauces, or dressings. No exception here. Unfortunately, the sodium content is fairly high in those products. The alternative is a really bland meal (similar in consistency to cardboard).

Addendum: Resting heart rate returned to near-baseline at 53bpm.