I stepped on the scale at the doctor's office earlier this week.
I was MORTIFIED to see 185 pop up.
Though, I can't say I wasn't totally surprised. I spend a lot of time on the computer nowadays. I do a lot of crocheting, and reading. I treat myself too often, and I don't keep track of my calorie consumption. I certainly don't get enough exercise either.
But 185??? I had no idea I had crossed back over into the 180s. I remember when I hit 179 last year and vowed never to go back. That was over thirteen months ago. I UNDID an entire year's worth of work. GRRRR. But I think this is a pretty good wake-up call as well. I was getting too complacent, thinking I could ignore my health and have it take care of itself.
Well, no more.
I want to plan out and shop for good meals each week, and plan out my exercises for the week too. And I want to list them here each Saturday to keep myself accountable. Breakfasts are the easiest for me to plan, dinners are the most difficult so I'll just be watching portions and calorie counts. I'd also like to cut my intake of juices, sodas and the biggest one - coffee. I know I'll just crash and burn if I go cold turkey so for the first week here my goal will be one full watter bottle of ice water per day.
Overall Goal: Weight of 145-150 lbs.
Mini-Goal: 180 lbs at the end of April.
April's Goal: Overhaul my health-style.
Breakfasts: 1 serving whole grain, 1 serving protein, 1 piece of fruit, 1 serving dairy.
Coffee: Every OTHER day, use Stevia instead of sugar, 1-2 T creamer.
Lunches: 2 cups of veggies, 1 half-sandwich or 1 cup soup, 1 serving yogurt or almonds.
Snacks: Something small, like a fiber bar, a handful of nuts, one skinny cow ice cream, one glass of milk with essentials.
Dinners: At the discretion of the person who is responsible for cooking. I trust myself to look at what I've eaten so far that day and keep my portions in check with calorie counts.
Desserts: Once-in-a-while desserts are okay.
Water: One full bottle or two large glasses full per day this week.
