My husband found this video tonight--pretty entertaining guy and a few good tips. I have found the keeping gum in my purse (which is always nearby, even at home) helps me get through some of the more challenging parts of the day and keeps me from eating when I'm driving--yet another bad habit I get into at times.
I think his book looks like kind of a fun read and may have some more good tips in it as well. Just a thought.
Sunday, April 15, 2012
Monday, April 9, 2012
Gateway...foods?
I just came across this article and it's actually something I have noticed with myself for some time now. If I want to lose there are certain foods I just have to stay away from because once I eat some it's like I just totally lose control!
I also have to watch out for certain times of day. Mornings are easy for me. Generally speaking I eat pretty much the same thing almost everyday--my own version of muesli with yogurt, milk, and fruit. Water. Supplements. That's it. I rarely eat anything between breakfast and lunch and I don't even think about it. For lunch it's often leftovers and often too big a portion of leftovers. But sometime between lunch and dinner the cravings begin. I usually try to have a piece of fruit midway through the afternoon, but what I really want is junk--something--anything! Any cookies around? Candy? Chocolate chips? And if it's something that I can eat piece by piece like chips or m&ms I will eat until it's gone. It's like I can not stop. Whatever.
So I know I have to find a way to keep myself busy (ie., out of harm's way) during my dangerous parts of the day AND avoid those gateway dr...ah...foods. Like the plague.
I also have to watch out for certain times of day. Mornings are easy for me. Generally speaking I eat pretty much the same thing almost everyday--my own version of muesli with yogurt, milk, and fruit. Water. Supplements. That's it. I rarely eat anything between breakfast and lunch and I don't even think about it. For lunch it's often leftovers and often too big a portion of leftovers. But sometime between lunch and dinner the cravings begin. I usually try to have a piece of fruit midway through the afternoon, but what I really want is junk--something--anything! Any cookies around? Candy? Chocolate chips? And if it's something that I can eat piece by piece like chips or m&ms I will eat until it's gone. It's like I can not stop. Whatever.
So I know I have to find a way to keep myself busy (ie., out of harm's way) during my dangerous parts of the day AND avoid those gateway dr...ah...foods. Like the plague.
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
UGH
Bob, I haven't actually ever done Atkins, but I think this is along those lines, yes. The more intense the workout, the more carbs you get to add back in.
I did the workout one day, and it's pretty intense. I felt great afterwards, and sore the next day, lol.
I'm having a difficult time eating what I need to, though, which makes things more difficult. It's not that I don't want to, but my throat isn't healing as quickly as I'd like. Drinking straight water feels like I'm drinking a cup of salt water, it hurts so bad. Soda (non-caffeinated) has been easier to down, but I need to get some soda water cuz I don't like the sugar, and it's probably not helping the healing process. And the only solid I've been able to eat relatively easily is ice cream. Veggies are too painful, of course. They taste good, they just hurt.
I'm back over the 200 mark. :(
I'm not too discouraged. I'm looking at this for what it is--an illness, and once I've kicked it, I'm getting back on track.
I just wish I was better already!!!
I did the workout one day, and it's pretty intense. I felt great afterwards, and sore the next day, lol.
I'm having a difficult time eating what I need to, though, which makes things more difficult. It's not that I don't want to, but my throat isn't healing as quickly as I'd like. Drinking straight water feels like I'm drinking a cup of salt water, it hurts so bad. Soda (non-caffeinated) has been easier to down, but I need to get some soda water cuz I don't like the sugar, and it's probably not helping the healing process. And the only solid I've been able to eat relatively easily is ice cream. Veggies are too painful, of course. They taste good, they just hurt.
I'm back over the 200 mark. :(
I'm not too discouraged. I'm looking at this for what it is--an illness, and once I've kicked it, I'm getting back on track.
I just wish I was better already!!!
Saturday, January 14, 2012
Sticking with it
So I started my new way of life on the 1st, and I have to say, it's been great. The not having carbs has been really hard, so every few days I cave and eat a little bit of bread, but I'm good with that. It might slow down my overall weight loss, but I'm ok with that.
I gave up all soda 14 days ago, and I have to say, the effects on my belly have been SWEET. I don't look 6 months pregnant anymore!!! Seriously, I think of how I feel now and it's not worth it to have that Mountain Dew.
Tomorrow I'm supposed to start the exercise program, and add carbs back into the diet, but I've been sick for the last two days and haven't eaten much of anything, so I might hold off a few days, until I'm feeling better.
I gave up all soda 14 days ago, and I have to say, the effects on my belly have been SWEET. I don't look 6 months pregnant anymore!!! Seriously, I think of how I feel now and it's not worth it to have that Mountain Dew.
Tomorrow I'm supposed to start the exercise program, and add carbs back into the diet, but I've been sick for the last two days and haven't eaten much of anything, so I might hold off a few days, until I'm feeling better.
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