Fuel or Filler?

Fuel: Whole foods like chicken, fruits, veggies
Filler: Processed foods

So here is my personal blog: Last night I had a piece of chocolate cake. I feel like it was sort of a waste of points. And now there is some left over and all I can think about is that damn cake! But I did make some good choices yesterday; i had a salad at a resturant as a main meal and then i also worked out for an hour yesterday. I still haven't had the weight results I wanted the past few weeks, and I would rather just not be tempted with cake. But I do know my body is changing and people are noticing the inches being lost. I just wish I had lost a little weight! But eventually my body will catch up, right?

Today's Blog:

Eat for only 2 reasons:

1. To fuel your body. Just like cars need gas, the body needs fuel. To get the best "milage", fill your tank at regular intervals, stop when it's full, and use high-quality fuel.
2. To appreciate flavors

If you eat for anything other than the 2 above reasons, you are emotionally eating. Make eating for the above 2 reasons a goal.

Wow....

So in just 2 1/2 weeks of exercising, i dared myself to run on the treadmill at speed of 5.0, zero incline for 5 minutes without stoping...and I did it!!!!!!!! It was hard and I was ready to stop after 2 minutes, but all i kept thinking about was watching the Biggest Loser and how they are pushed to the extremes and don't die. So if they could do it, so could I. And I did! I also worked out yesterday on the eliptical for a half hour and did 2.5 miles. So it was a very productive workout. I only worked 3 hours yesterday, so I took a nap and promised myself I would work out. Today I work a long day and know I won't get a session in...it is my day off from exercise I guess. It is one of those things that I almost hate taking a day off because I have the ball rolling and I don't want to take a day off and make the ball stop. Im very afraid of stoping and not starting again. But that was before and im different and committed now! Plus, my body shape is starting to change and I like the results Im seeing, even if my work isn't being reflected on the scale yet.
Day 10 blog:

Appreciate Good Support (learn to accept a compliment):

• Ask a family member or friend to compliment you on anything and reply with one of your responses:
• Thanks, I have been working hard
• Thanks for noticing!
• You really made my day for telling me that
• Thanks so much
• SMILE!

Here's what I want: (day 9 blog)

Here is what I want:

1. If you see me eating something thats not on my diet plan...don't say anything because I am committed and in control and know what Im putting into my body.
2. When im making progress, such as losing weight....compliment me on how I look in private.
3. When Im sturggling or gaining weight....tell me you notice and really care about my struggle and ask me how you can help.
4. When im making progress you can't see (such as improving my self-esteem)....ask me how my efforts are going.
5. When I have maintained my weight (even though I still may want to lose more).... tell me you are proud of my efferts and ask me if im struggling or feeling discouraged

New Week (finally)

Ok, so last week was not a good week. I am happy with the workout and think I did a great job with that aspect... I worked out a total of 3 hrs 45 minutes total for week. However, I was hungry all week long and ate about 10 beyond my 35 weekly point allowance. Plus, I started my period yesterday, which when I weighed, caused me to retain water and made my weight 171 lbs. But, when i took my waist measurements, i lost 3 inches thus far in 2 weeks. How the hell does that work...I loose 3 inches but don't loose a damn pound? errr.... it is a good thing i am committed!

Day 8 blog:

"It would help me if......"

• offer words of encouragement
• plan meals
• cook
• buy groceries
• manage the enviroment

"But please don't....."

• Make me center of attention in front of family regarding weight loss
• talk about my diet and exercise with others
• be negative

"I Can Do It!"

Day 7 blog:
"I can do it" (dieting and exercise) because....

• I am capable of anything
• I am worth it
• I feel better when I do
• It gives me self esteem and confidence
• I am committed
• I am determined
• I don't like being considered obese
• I have the tools and resources needed to make it work
• I have no excuses to not work out
• I sleep better
• I look better
• I'm worth it

I CAN DO IT!

Day 6 Blog:

"Not just yet; i'm going to wait a little while."

Identify 3 high-risk times or events to respond to food invitations by responding with the above quote:

1. family gatherings

2. Dinners here with everyone...sometimes I can't afford the calories that they cooked

3. Work when everyone orders out.

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So things are going slow. I have not lost any weight and im getting frusterated. WHY???? I am doing everything right, yet the weight simply isn't coming off. Luckly im COMMITTED and not INTERESTED so I will keep trudging along.