Counting Down

As of this morning, I'm at least 10 pounds down from my max weight, and about eight from when I started this go-around. So far it hasn't been difficult at all.

What it really came down to is that I just had to learn not to take more than I needed -- the "extras." If I eat a fast-food meal that's fine -- as long as I don't get an extra sandwich because I was "really hungry" or "deserved it because I haven't eaten all day."

I eat less and I'm "full" almost never, but I'm rarely legitimately hungry, and when I am hungry I just eat. I feel good.

Down, down, down we go...

...but in a great way! One of the first things I said to myself was that for one month I wouldn't weight myself so what weight I did lose would feel more significant. Well, after a week I couldn't help it and to my delight I am 6lbs lighter. Probably a lot of water weight, but weight that is gone nonetheless.

New love

Out of all the Paleo meals I have tried recently, I think I have a new favorite -- a portabella mushroom stuffed with bacon bits, chicken, tomato, onion and avocado. Just had one for lunch and already thinking about another for dinner. Maybe it will be easier to stick with this for life this time.

Attempt 96

Not really, but it feels that way. I usually end up letting myself get derailed. I'm not going to make any grand promises this time -- just go with it and try not to get carried away (in either direction).

I'm not being strict, but definitely leaning towards paleo, eating less in general, and plan to spend more time with my kettlebell. I did a short kettlebell workout this morning and felt really good during my drive to work.

Day 4 and counting

I have made it over a big hurdle -- getting the urge for fewer carbs from things like cake and cookies and actually starting to crave more veggies and meat. Although I am hungry most of the time I am confident that what I AM eating is good for me and I am not afraid of the quantity, so I allow myself to eat more often. I don't know if this is psychological, but I already feel lighter.

Try, try again

So it's been a few months and eating habits have been reverting back to "normal" - aka not the best. I have made a commitment this time and I intend to stick with it.