I did it! I finally (official - not just standing on the scale naked in the morning after I just peed) got rid of 30lbs!!! I am thrilled. Ugh. It was tough, but holy crap it feels great. I seriously have no pants that fit or dresses for that matter. DARN, I have to go shopping. ;P
We have "transitioned" to regular food a few weeks ago. Let me tell ya, I was SCARED. I really have to pay attention to what I am eating. I am trying really hard to not consume more than 1200 cals/day. My fridge is FULL of veggies and fruit and we are slowly switching out our pantry foods to be whole wheat and no/low sodium. I am trying to be an example to my kids and husband without too much pressure so that they won't rebel. hah hah
Things I struggle with on a daily (hourly) basis:
mindless eating
eating because I am anxious
eating because I am stressed or depressed
I need to find a new outlet to handle "my issues" listed above. Preferably something active to keep burning calories instead of consuming them.
I have not found the passion for working out yet. I still hate it even though I know I need it and will feel friggin fantastic and proud of myself afterwards if I get it done.
What has really helped is planning healthy grab n go snacks. AND eating 300cal meals. (Google 300 cal meals and there are a ton to choose from and with foods you like.)
I NEED to find a good alternative to Diet Coke. I love it. But I need a bubbly substitute that does not have sodium. There is sodium in EVERYTHING. No wonder we all have junk in the trunk!
My next goal is knock off another 5lbs. I want to do this before October...so that I can buy a single digit pant size. I need pants, but don't want to buy them until I can get into that size. Vain?? A little. But I want to refer to it as just a goal. ;P I really do need to get off at least 20lbs more to be at my "ideal" body weight. But baby steps. Keep the 30lbs off, and try to get another 5lbs GONE.
My new love -La Tortilla Factory Smart & Delicious™ Low Carb, High Fiber Tortillas
http://www.latortillafactory.com/
Size 8"
Calories 80
Carbs 19g
Net Carbs 5g
Fat 3g
Fiber 12g!!!!
Sodium 210mg
Use one of these, some egg beaters ( or ONE egg) and some black beans and salsa or load up your eggs with spinach for a filling breakfast!
Another tip that is working for me - keep fruit and prepared veggies out on the counters or accessible. When you find yourself just needed to grab something to eat, grab them instead of crackers, cheese, etc.
