If I can do this, you can do this! Make the choice now and don't wait, it's not worth the "weight"!
You too can be a new you,
Adrian
Friday, May 16, 2014
Don't Deprive
This has been such an incredible journey and I'm not even near my goal; I'm just -47.6 (loss so far) closer. Every day that goes by is an accomplishment even if the scale doesn't say so. I don't always eat exactly what I'm supposed to, but I know that the next day is a new opportunity to do better. Something you may know about me is that I love karaoke and when I sing I like to have a few drinks. Those few drinks turn into carbohydrates really quickly. I'm aware of this, but I also know that I can accept the small consequences of those few drinks. I don't mind a little weight gain here and there, what's important is that I know the possibility of weight gain. Unexpected weight gain is the worst. I also love french fries and french fries are not on my plan, I don't have to gorge myself to be satisfied anymore. I have a small handful every once in a while and then the craving is gone. I'll let you know something though... Some of your favorite foods will not taste the same as a matter of fact you might down right hate the flavor. For example, I used to love fried calamari strips, not anymore. I can really taste the oil and the oily texture just grosses me out. I haven't had a soda in what seems like forever, but every so often I find myself wanting a sip of whatever my son gets, can you say YUCK! So nasty, my taste buds pick up on all the stuff that makes up a cola or orange soda and there is no way that I'd ever drink that again. Anyway, my main point is that I don't deprive myself or I know I'll go overboard... That brings me to my next subject... I'm going on a cruise here soon and although I'm excited, I'm also really worried about all my choices. I know that I can have fun and not gorge myself to death and I've even said that I know I might gain some weight. It's in the knowing that I might gain some weight that scares me. I am a foodie at heart and I love to try different things. We've looked at the menus on the ship we'll be on and I think that we can do this and still be successful. I mean look how far I've come
Monday, May 5, 2014
Easter, Birthday, Food, and Updates!
I've never admitted to being the best blogger... My lack of postings makes that evident.
Anyway, I've made it to under 250 and I've stayed that way and I'm not planning on going back. The month of April was rough in terms of eating... I cheated a lot, but knew when too much was too much. Easter fell on my son's birthday this year, but the worst part was the food at Easter and after, not the birthday food. I don't deprive myself per say, but I give myself 15-20 minutes of distraction and if the want for something isn't quenched then I'll have a bite or a taste. That doesn't happen all the time; I can count on one hand how often that has happened. Well, the Easter candy was calling my name and quite honestly I could have sworn that it screamed my name a few times! I needed that chocolate bad! A few chocolates wouldn't have been so bad, but I over indulged and paid the price on my scale a few days later. I only gained about 2lbs, but when you've worked so hard for something, it isn't hard to beat yourself up over a few pounds. On top of chocolate, I like to have a few beers and depending on the night and situation, I've been known to shoot back a few shots! If you don't know this already, drinking is not going to help you get into that cute swimsuit you've been eyeing in time for summer. It just isn't. So even with all that I've managed to lose 43lbs and keep it off successfully!
I started off at 290 and I'm currently at 247 and I've lost nearly 4 sizes. I started at a 26 in most jeans and I'm now down to an 18 in most brands; there are still a few that don't fit and yes, it makes me mad! Anyway I know many of you on Facebook have been asking for some pics of where I started and where I am and here it is. Mind you I still have another pic or two to take, but this is me at about 255 or so (still a significant loss)! I'll post another comparison picture in the coming month or so... I'm hoping before I go on vacation.
If I can do it, you can do it! Put your heart in it and try and see yourself in new lenses!
You can be a new you too!
Blessings,
Adrian
Anyway, I've made it to under 250 and I've stayed that way and I'm not planning on going back. The month of April was rough in terms of eating... I cheated a lot, but knew when too much was too much. Easter fell on my son's birthday this year, but the worst part was the food at Easter and after, not the birthday food. I don't deprive myself per say, but I give myself 15-20 minutes of distraction and if the want for something isn't quenched then I'll have a bite or a taste. That doesn't happen all the time; I can count on one hand how often that has happened. Well, the Easter candy was calling my name and quite honestly I could have sworn that it screamed my name a few times! I needed that chocolate bad! A few chocolates wouldn't have been so bad, but I over indulged and paid the price on my scale a few days later. I only gained about 2lbs, but when you've worked so hard for something, it isn't hard to beat yourself up over a few pounds. On top of chocolate, I like to have a few beers and depending on the night and situation, I've been known to shoot back a few shots! If you don't know this already, drinking is not going to help you get into that cute swimsuit you've been eyeing in time for summer. It just isn't. So even with all that I've managed to lose 43lbs and keep it off successfully!
I started off at 290 and I'm currently at 247 and I've lost nearly 4 sizes. I started at a 26 in most jeans and I'm now down to an 18 in most brands; there are still a few that don't fit and yes, it makes me mad! Anyway I know many of you on Facebook have been asking for some pics of where I started and where I am and here it is. Mind you I still have another pic or two to take, but this is me at about 255 or so (still a significant loss)! I'll post another comparison picture in the coming month or so... I'm hoping before I go on vacation.
You can be a new you too!
Blessings,
Adrian
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