Day 85

Day 85 on Medi-Weightloss and Ive really been slacking on my blog lately.  I think a part of me just doesnt want to post anything overly negative when Im having a bad day and Ive had a few bad days lately.  Ive done pretty well with sticking to the program but Ive had some bad days there as well.  A couple of days ago I went over my calorie goal by 80 calories.  Yesterday I finally caved and had a glass of wine because... well, I just really needed a glass of wine.  And Ive regularly been ignoring the strict portion guidelines of my fruit, vegetables and "healthy fats".  This weeks weigh-in may not be impressive because of these little hiccups but I feel confident that I havent gone off the deep end. 

One very positive note is that despite some stress lately I havent caved in & eaten a pint of Ben & Jerrys ice cream followed by a whole package of Oreos and a giant bag of Skittles.  Yay me! 

Exercise has been non-existent this week as well.  When Im stressed, I tend to revert to whatever routine is most comforting and for me thats often just sitting in front of the TV and zoning out.  This need for comfort is also the culprit of my slight overeating this week.  Ive been trying very hard to avoid any comfort foods though and only narrowly avoided an amazing looking pizza that someone brought back from lunch on Federal Hill this week at work.  That was hard to resist but I managed to stay clear of it somehow.  Willpower is a tricky thing!

Im hoping for good results at my weigh-in tomorrow morning but I wont be upset with myself if theyre lackluster.  Everyone has moments in their life where dieting just adds stress instead of making you feel better so I guess this week has been one of those for me.  Im just proud that I got through it without any major screw ups.

Last weekend we actually went out to breakfast on Saturday morning.  I ordered according to what I would normally make at home... 1 scrambled egg (made without any oil/butter), 2 slices of bacon (turkey bacon wasnt an option), and a fresh fruit cup.  I was stuffed after eating all of that but it was nice to finally eat a meat OUT somewhere.  I love to cook but I also love eating out and this was my first meal out since starting Medi-Weightloss.  The next planned meal out?  Mothers Day brunch.  Hopefully I can keep my head about me and make smart decisions when we go.  Ive already checked the menu and I should have some good options. 

And the best new addition to my dinner arsenal?  TACO SALAD!  3-4 oz of ground beef made with taco seasoning on a bed of romaine lettuce, a tiny amount each of fat free refried beans, fat free sour cream, reduced fat shredded cheese, and fresh salsa... SO good!!  It almost feels like cheating but I have made sure to choose things that would normally be allowed on my diet. 

Wish me luck tomorrow, Im going to need it!

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