Day 1

So with classes starting tomorrow, I figured it was a good day to start my blog. I guess I should introduce myself first. My name is Meghan and I am 21 years old. I’m a senior studying Mathematics and I plan to be a highschool math teacher after graduation. Although I plan on pursuing a career in mathematics, I have always been focused on the importance of health and fitness in every day life. I come from a family where the women and men are all overweight. That sounds harsh, but it’s the reality of my situation. Because of my genetics, I have always struggled to keep my weight in healthy boundaries.

I think the most important piece of information I learned about weight and health, is that weight is more than just a numerical value. Often when people look at the number that pops up on the scale, they see it for what it is: a number. However, there are two very important elements that go into that number: fat mass and lean mass. For example, fat has a lower density than muscle, which makes it weigh less. So, a higher weight does not necessarily mean someone is unhealthy. This ratio is what I will be following throughout the semester in my own body.

My overall goal is to maintain a healthy weight and increase my muscle mass. I want to do this in order to better tone my body and to feel comfortable and confident in my own skin. It also just so happens that this semester ends near the beginning of the summer. Conveniently enough, I think this semester will help me get that summer body I want for myself.

I look forward to learning more about your health journeys and hope that you all enjoy following mine along with me!