How this madness got started...

I have never been a real athlete. Until recently.

I was content in my life at one time. Active enough, I thought. Exercise is for someone else.

I subscribed to a poll service. They send me polls to take. I answer the questions and get points.

One poll asked about heart health. I knew I had high blood pressure (at times). I answered the poll questions. I was offered an opportunity to participate in a study. I didn't qualify for the study but I learned a lot about my health status. I definitely needed help to control my blood pressure.

My family had been pushing for me to get a check up so I did. That is when it all started.

More next time...