One out of every 10,000 to 18,000 babies are born each year with adrenal hyperplasia. Patients who have this disease are equally likely to develop weight problems as the general population. For these patients to maintain adequate health, it is necessary for them to monitor their weight. Many find that losing weight is necessary to improve health and wellness. There are several steps to follow for patients who want to lose weight while living with adrenal hyperplasia.
Get the 'All clear!' from a Physician
Step 1
Make an appointment with a physician to schedule a full health physical.
Step 2
Ask the physician questions concerning your health status and ability to begin an exercise program. Include questions on what exercise and diet plans are best for your particular needs. Ask for additional information on your particular caloric needs and how this number should be worked into your fitness plan. Since calories taken in must be less than the calories expended in exercise to lose weight, discuss these topics with your physician in order to start your program with the best possible diet and exercise scenario.
Step 3
Ask the physician for your health numbers, such as body mass index, weight, cholesterol, and blood pressure. Record these numbers in a notebook.
Step 4
Listen to and remember any health tips or safety information that the doctor recommends.
Step 5
Schedule a follow up appointment six months from the original appointment.
Choosing an Exercise Plan
Step 1
Research exercises and routines that the physician recommended. Use the internet, popular fitness magazines, and the library to obtain information.
Step 2
Write down specific exercises that meet your fitness and weight loss needs. Pay particular attention to the difficulty level of these exercises. Exercises should be chosen from both aerobic and strength training categories. Having a variety of these exercises combined into a routine will ensure that you are getting a well rounded fitness experience.
Step 3
Keep all notes on exercises and workout instructions in a fitness diary. Any time you have a question about a fitness routine or how to perform an exercise, you will not have to go far to find the answer.
Step 4
Plan out your routine from the information that you have put together in your new fitness diary.
Step 5
Begin your fitness routine. Each day that you work out, record how you felt, how long you exercised, and when you plan on exercising again in your fitness diary. This will keep you motivated to continue.
Monitoring Your Progress
Step 1
Measure your weight each week and record it in your fitness diary. If you find that you are not losing weight, try increasing the amount of time that you are exercising.
Step 2
Take your blood pressure once a month. There are many drug stores that have automated systems to check your pressure at any time. You also can purchase an automated cuff for a decent price. Record the numbers in your diary.
Step 3
Continue checking these numbers at the recommended intervals noting any changes that you see in your diary.
Step 4
Take your diary to the six month follow-up appointment and discuss the numbers with your doctor. Changes can be made to your routine at this time if you are not seeing any progress.
Step 5
Schedule another follow-up appointment and yearly health physical six months from the date of your original follow-up appointment to continue monitoring your progress.
Complement your new healthy fitness routine with healthy eating habits to facilitate weight loss.
Tips and Warnings
- Any time that you are not feeling well, contact your physician for advice on how to proceed with your exercise routine.
- Choose foods that are nutrient dense. Foods that are noted to be whole wheat and high fiber are excellent choices. Additionally, foods that are unprocessed are also better for those wishing to lose weight. Always continue taking your medications as directed by your physician, even if you start to feel more healthy as a result of your exercise routine.
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