FIVE POUNDS!
That's right, my friends. I have lost five pounds; and I centered, capitalized, italicized, bolded, and underlined that because it is a
Big.
Effing.
Deal.
I am really proud of myself! Proud for sticking with it through all these training meals, plus a late-night bonfire this week -- complete with chips, hamburgers, hot dogs, s'mores, beer and wine (all of which I managed to resist). Last night at work I took exactly one bite each of 3 different sandwiches and they were all freaking fantastic. One and done!
But honestly, I am indebted and incredibly grateful to those of you that have been keeping up with me all week, for your encouragement and support and positive feedback. At work, people have told me "Oh, forget about your diet this week, honey. Just wait til next week." And I'm like, "No, I have a blog - I can't just wait." And that's how it is. By sharing this with all of you, I've made eating right my only option. It's just not in my realm of possibilities to "wait til next week." I've been doing that for too long. Plus, those of you that have commented on my posts or on facebook -- your voices play back in my head throughout the day. When I think of the fact that I might actually be inspiring or encouraging someone else to make better choices, it's not just about me and my tastebuds anymore.
So thank you. Thank you for letting me be totally honest. Thank you for reading and commenting and thank you for believing that I can do this. You rock.
Next time I have a glass of wine, cheers will be to you.
Maria! I am so happy for you! Keep up the great work!
ReplyDeleteGood job ignoring the people who tell you to "forget about your diet" for the day or week. Unfortunately, people around us tend to be envious and in turn bring those around them down to their level. I'm sure anyone who tells you to cheat, at some point has failed at their own diet. So, in order to make themselves feel better about their own failures, they try to get those around them to fail as well. Unfortunately, such is life.
I can all too well relate to the journey and struggle you have embarked on. I gained 18 pounds during the completion of my MBA. I hated the way I looked and the way I felt. In the last ten months, I have been able to lose all 18 and get my body fat down to 10%. Believe me, was not easy! Especially due to my love for food and bourbon! Besides cardio and weight training, I found drinking tons of water, not only all day, but also before each meal very helpful. I also cut my portion sizes at each meal, in half or less.
Again, congrats on your 5!! I’ll check in from time to time! :)
Thanks Mark :) I appreciate the wisdom and support. Hope all is well with you. We gotta catch up, Mr!
DeleteYou make it easy for us to encourage you, you're doing great! So happy for you! And cheers for not listening to your coworkers -- that's why so many people are unsuccessful with their diets, they aren't strict enough. But it seems like you like what you're cooking and it's working out. Huzzah!
ReplyDeleteThanks Katie! Cooking at home is an essential part of eating healthy for me, so I better like what I make! :)
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