I gotta tell you about an “Aha Moment” I had today….
K, well I’ve lost 5 pounds this month! Wahoo! And….2 1/2 of those pounds have been just this past week. Crazy.
I know at times, I tend to overthink this whole “lose weight, healthy lifestyle” stuff. I always try to make sure I eat enough protein, fruits and veggies, not too many carbs, etc. I also always try to eat 5-6 small meals a day (about every 3-4 hours).
That’s all fine and dandy, but I’ve learned that in order to actually lose weight, I need to step away from “checking all the boxes” and just focus on eating well, but eating less!
I hope I can explain this as well as I would like…..This past week I’ve eaten well, but I’ve significantly decreased my calories. I’ve probably been eating 1200-1500 calories a day. I’ve let myself eat a little more carbs than I usually do, but it’s been fine. I’ve enjoyed the occasional bowl of cereal, slice of toast with peanut butter or my beloved kettle corn. I think the extra carbs have actually made it easier for me to eat well because I don’t feel like I’m depriving myself all the time!
I’ve also tried to just eat until I’m satisfied, not full. Even if I want to eat more food, I just step away and before too long I don’t even think about it. This has worked so well for me!!!! So, I’m going to keep doing what I’m doing until I get to my goal weight and then I will go back to eating a little more calories and just maintaining.
I also must say that it helps so much to actually see some results! It really motivates me to see the number on the scale decreasing and my clothes getting looser. It makes me want to stay strong and stick with it! I love it! It gives me faith that I can actually lose the weight! I’m so excited about it! Yay! Oh, and I haven’t exercised at all this past week (because I was sick.) How cool is that!!???
I hope that all made sense! It’s almost like a light bulb went on in my head and I finally realized what would work for me!!!
So, I’m done taking the “slow boat to China” towards my weightloss goals! I’m going to finally get there and get there soon!!!
Fun.
Here’s what I had for breakfast…
My favorite 4 egg white omelet with an awesome Alternative English Muffin (made by Western Bagel Company) on the side. I sprayed a pan with a little olive oil and cooked my English Muffin in the pan. It was so yummy and crispy!
These English Muffins are the bomb! They are only 100 calories, no sugar and 5 grams of fiber!! Love them!!
For lunch I just had a bowl of cereal (Wheat Chex mixed with Special K) and a leftover Chicken Lettuce Wrap on the side.
I’m now on my way to have dinner at the Cheesecake Factory with some friends! Fun! I’m determined to eat well. I’ll let you know!
Oh, and I got my hair done yesterday. Thank goodness for hair that actually does something now!
Yay! Love you all! xoxo
Happy for your “aha moment”! I came across this blog while searching the tag “nutrition”. Healthy living is all about balance, and that balance is easier to be said than found. Hope you keep this up!
Thanks so much! I’m so glad you found my blog! I really appreciate your support!
Good for you….. Congrats on your “trip to China.” I hope to join you soon!
What a cutie you are! I love sharing this passion with you!
Thanks Holl! You’re my inspiration! I’m so glad you love it too!
You are adorable! Best wishes! Calories in – Calories out = Weight Gain/Loss/Maintenance. No matter what those calories are! (not to discount the nutritional value of broccoli over french fries!!)
Thank you so much! I know it all really comes down to calories….and sometimes the french fry calories win! Lol. Thanks so much for stopping by!
I’m glad that you found a plan that is working for you! I’m sure you will reach your weight loss goals in no time. Sometimes the stress of following a plan derails us from our goals, it’s good to relax and just do want you need to do. 🙂
Melanie, you are so gorgeous! I love that you posted a picture of yourself and your smile says it all…you really are healthy and happy and I am glad that you are feeling better. You can do this. Only a few more lbs. to go before your birthday. I have about 5 more lbs. to lose. We can do it together.
Miss Kelly, I’m so thankful to have you as my very nice motivational friend!!! I’ve been slackin’ a little today and yesterday, but not too bad. We just gotta keep on pluggin’ along. I wish you were here! Thanks for motivating and inspiring me!!!!
The alternative English muffins WERE great. They switched to so-called 2.0 with 16 grams of net carbs!
I’m glad you liked them! I haven’t tried the 2.0 version yet. I think they taste just like regular English muffins but with a lot more fiber and protein. Love it! 😉