Diario de Char Gets Thin, 10 ene. 14

YEE HAW! Got my mojo working double time right now, sticking to the plan, staying active, and it all comes together as a working way of life! Funny how much difference logging my food choices makes though. I'm eating the same things I was eating the past 5 months (when the weight I had lost began to reappear), but by planning my meals and logging them, I can see where my portions had grown ENORMOUSLY and I was overdoing it from start (breakfast) to finish (my evening snack).

I'm not sure if I can honestly say I'm still doing the WW routine though...I don't count points, though I do use points to decide if something should be purchased in the first place. But it seems that by simply watching my diet (calories in, calories out, intake of fiber, fat, and carbs) I'm doing the same thing I did with WW...and it's all making sense to me now. Yes, just adding food to your log and accepting the points they give you is easy, but it only works if you intend to always use their system. And you're left wondering why you shouldn't eat certain things.

For instance, I simply love pasta and potatoes (not in the same meal though). While on WW, I didn't touch either of these for over 8 months. Yeah, I lost weight, but not in enormous amounts, maybe 4-5 pounds a month average. And I'm not knocking it, that's not a bad average for losing weight. BUT...I was SOOOO craving potatoes and pastas! When I moved over to their Simply Filling technique, I began to incorporate both items back into my diet. With that method, you only have to log non power food items, for a total of 7 "points" per day. And both potatoes and pastas (whole grain only though) are considered power foods. But because I hadn't eaten them while counting all points, and because I had SOOO missed them for 8-9 months...I overate on them. Two pasta servings instead of one. Two small baked potatoes because HEY, they're SMALL! And I believe this is what led to my slow regaining of weight lost.

Wednesday night I again had my pasta...I made a nice mess of Crabs and Spaghetti, all homemade, no added fats, and whole wheat pasta. AND I religiously measured out both my spaghetti and my sauce. The crabs? Nah, I just had to count how many I ate, so that part was easy. lol And the results? I left the table nicely satisfied but not overly stuffed...and it didn't interfere with my my weight loss plans! (AND I STILL HAD MY PASTA! lol)

So right now, I'm in the midst of the thrill of the loss. I know I won't continue to lose at this rate, and I don't WANT to lose at this rate...too easy off means even easier on! It honestly took me 6-10 years to gain the extra 60+ pounds I was carrying around when I started my new life style changes this time last year...I can't expect to lose it in 1 and KEEP it off. BUT...I'm jazzed right now! lol And I'm setting goals for this time NEXT year. Which are to be lighter by a least 25 pounds (and I'm figuring that loss AFTER the 10 pounds I'll probably regain over the holiday season! rofl), be in better physical shape, and to be fitting nicely into some clothes I bought as "inspiration" pieces. lol Can't wait until I look good in that "inspirational" bathing suit! :D

Until tomorrow (unless something exciting happens today, too) I wish you all a wonderful, safe, warm and OP Friday! And remember...we CAN do this! :)
83,7 kg Disminuído hasta ahora: 2,4 kg.    Aún para ir: 4,4 kg.    Dieta seguida: 100%.

Ver Calendario de Dieta, 10 enero 2014:
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Comentarios 
Congrats!! SO NICE when we see the rewards!! 
10 ene. 14 por el miembro: PinkRose88
Looking good ... you're quite the inspiration. I found that pastas and potatoes weren't the problem, it was the little 'nothings' that were included that scuttled my ship. Activity is a boon but it has to be part of a continuing lifestyle or it comes back with a vengeance. As far as that upcoming holiday season, make sure you add your treats to the offerings. That was our strategy this year and we were surprised that our plates were gleaned over more than the rich and sweet dishes. (Must be a subliminal desire of the other guests to enjoy the Holidays and treats without the curse of the additional weight.) 
10 ene. 14 por el miembro: Oneauta
Congratulations on your success! LOL - on your "mess of crabs". Haven't heard that expression since my Grandfather was alive. Brings back fond memories.  
10 ene. 14 por el miembro: BuffyBear
Great Job.. I feel exactly the same way you do. I still eat the foods I love. I do make an effort to eat the Fruits that I used to avoid, But If I know I am having something I love I plan and use appropriate Serving sizes just like you. I love Carbs also. Keep up the good work. I love the little boxes that turn Red if I go over calories. It almost feels like a game.  
10 ene. 14 por el miembro: Joanne Warner
GREAT JOB!!!!! I'm with you--I think logging your food choices and preparing things ahead of time makes all the difference in the world. Right now I eat the same foods for breakfast and lunch every day. Partly because I know the caloric intake, partly because I already have it ready to check off when I eat it and the other part--it's healthy. I don't mind eating the same thing at this point. I love your attitude--I think that's a big part of weightloss. You seem so positive, so happy!  
10 ene. 14 por el miembro: Jillzee00
WOW - you are rocking that mojo. Thanks for the inspirational journal - you go girl! I need to track my food, just to keep mindful of what's going into my mouth. Hope you have a great weekend! Cheers 
10 ene. 14 por el miembro: Lynn1958

     
 

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