> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://lisaromerodugal.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Back On Track - URL: https://lisaromerodugal.com/blog/back-on-track/ - Published: 2020-03-23T17:45:52.000Z - Updated: 2020-03-23T17:45:52.000Z - Author: Lisa Romero Dugal - Tags: believe in yourself, catholic faith, dig deep, faith, fit and sober, health and fitness, imagine believe achieve, inspiration, life with lisa, mind body and soul, physical therapy, recovery, to thine own self be true, ww journey, #wordpress Greetings my friends. I appreciate you stoppping by to read my blog. Praying that you and your loved ones are doing well during this time of uncertainty. **THANK YOU** to all of you in the medical field who are fighting tirelessly for us. Prayers for everyone who is currently fighting this nasty virus, and all who have been impacted economically. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f8/03/f803cc65-7efe-420c-aa7f-01e7478e45d0/content/images/2026/09/img_3840.jpg) It’s been an interesting year, to say the least. In **January** I found myself on an emotional rollercoaster for some unknown reason. It was magnified when I learned that an estranged friend of mine was facing an untimely death at the age of 49\. **February** rolled around and I felt like I was getting back on track. I focused on preparing for my arthroscopic knee surgery in March with my nutrition, yoga, and Orangetheory. I wanted to go in to the surgery strong!!! **March** rolled around and post op was definitely harder than I anticipated (*still is*). The physical pain and limitations played a number on me emotionally. Once again, I started to come out of the fog when this nasty virus started spreading like wildfire across the US. I must admit, when the virus began I believed that the media was blowing it out of proportion etc. Well, things got real, **REAL FAST**, when it hit too close to home. A very dear, well respected, very loved man whom I’ve known my whole life has been in the hospital fighting the Coronavirus for over a week now. I continue to pray for him and his family, and everyone impacted by the virus. Fast forward to today with all of the shutdowns, and my continued physical limitations. It’s been emotionally paralyzing at times since my outlets are no longer available. Since I began my health and fitness journey in November 2015, my “go to” has been exercise for stress relief. My physical therapy is now my exercise. I feel like a beginner again... a victory these days is 5 minutes on the bike with low RPMs. I would love to be able to go for a nice long walk, as it has always been therapeutic for me. As of now, I’m limited to 5 minutes - 10 tops - of walking. As my wonderful PT explained, if I overdo it, I risk a huge setback. I’m doing my best and giving PT my everything - just like I did my walking, yoga, and Orangetheory. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f8/03/f803cc65-7efe-420c-aa7f-01e7478e45d0/content/images/2026/09/img_3736.jpg) When I was faced with the sad news of my estranged friend in January, I found myself on a couple of occasions turning to food. What is unusual about that? I haven’t done that in over 4 years. Since joining WW and embracing my love for fitness, food was never an issue. I was at total peace with my nutrition having fun in the kitchen with new recipes, experimenting and trying new foods. I have come **SO FAR!!!** So, for me to try to fill a void with JUNK, was VERY unusual. Thank goodness for my WW family. It was on an employee zoom call that I was able to humbly admit it. Yes, me, Lisa, went to Sonic #1 for a M&M Sonic blast, only to discover that the blast machine was broken, so I went to Sonic #2 across town, only to find out that they were out of M&Ms!!! Talk about intervention. It was that humble admission to a group of ladies who truly understood where I was coming from that put me right back on track. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f8/03/f803cc65-7efe-420c-aa7f-01e7478e45d0/content/images/2026/09/img_3841.jpg) THANK YOU WW ❤️ Last week I found myself turning to junk again. Two days of it. Thankfully, WW has gone virtual, so I hopped on a meeting and humbly admitted my struggles and now back on track. For me, its **NOT** all or nothing. It **IS** balance & moderation. I’ve never given up Sonic blasts, chocolate chip cookies, or cheesecake. I definitely don’t eat those foods on a regular basis - its few and far between. **BUT** when I’ve had them in the past it was in moderation. There’s a **BIG** **DIFFERENCE** between enjoying and mindlessly stuffing. I’m at peace with enjoying a food. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f8/03/f803cc65-7efe-420c-aa7f-01e7478e45d0/content/images/2026/09/img_3834.jpg) Peace in Moderation - Chips Ahoy 7 pts; 1/2 cup milk 3 pts ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f8/03/f803cc65-7efe-420c-aa7f-01e7478e45d0/content/images/2026/09/img_3833.jpg) NO joy or satisfaction here; too many points to count 😩 ***Nutrition won’t make me bullet proof, but I’d like to think it grants me a few extra rounds of ammo*** Today, I will hit the restart button. I will continue to take advantage of the livestream Masses, rosaries, and prayer outlets that my Church has provided; I will continue to take advantage of the endless WW virtual meetings at my fingertips; the fresh air and sunshine; quiet time for reading and journaling. **FAMILY**: My son is home!!! We are awaiting the birth of our newest family addition, a precious baby girl!!! I will **take care of myself** so that I can fully enjoy the calendar that God has cleared for us. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f8/03/f803cc65-7efe-420c-aa7f-01e7478e45d0/content/images/2026/09/dsc00088.jpg) **GRATITUDE**: I will forever be grateful for everyone working tirelessly to provide essential services for us during this crisis. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f8/03/f803cc65-7efe-420c-aa7f-01e7478e45d0/content/images/2026/09/img_3838.jpg) ***Imagine*** with all your mind \~ ***Believe*** with all your heart \~ ***Achieve*** with all your might *Life With Lisa* 💕 ## From the Life With Lisa years 3 comments, as they were left on lifewithlisa.org. 1. **bigskybuckeye** March 23, 2020 I understand the importance and using patience to get back on track. My A1C numbers are higher than I wish so have set a lower daily goal for carbs intake. Being 64 and retired, I have pretty much sheltered in place at home except for very infrequent journeys to the grocery store. I may be feeling a bit of "cabin fever" so I need to remain faithful with my plan and exercise regime (walking or stationary bike). Sending you and others prayers and extra perseverance. God's peace! 1. **lifewithlisa9**Lisa March 23, 2020 Thank you so much! Also sending you prayers during this challenging time 2. **Crystal Byers** April 10, 2020 Each day is a chance to begin anew. I love your family photo!