I must admit, I have been dreading this week’s Ten in 10 update, but nevertheless, here it is…
You see, on paper, it looks like I have been doing really well with my Ten in 10 goals. I have done a fantastic job at exercising regularly and making some pretty healthy meals. I have even done pretty well at keeping a positive attitude and not obsessing over the scale. However, in reality, I haven’t really been seeing any results. I guess you could say that I’m gradually getting into better shape from all of the workouts. But other than that, I feel like I’m stuck.
My biggest struggle throughout the for weeks has been, and still continues to be, what I’m eating. I make healthy meals, but find myself snacking on junk in between meals. I have tried to cut back on having too many carb-heavy meals in a day, but seem to be drawing a blank on what to make in the protein department.
Don’t get me wrong – I haven’t given up, but I guess I am starting to lose steam. I think it’s definitely time to re-read Naturally Thin and make sure I’m being really conscious of what I’m eating and how I’m eating. I refuse to start counting calories or go on a crazy diet. I’ve done it in the past, and it doesn’t work for me – not long term, at least.
So, in an attempt to re-evaluate and stay positive, here’s what I’ll be working on during the next week:
- Create a meal plan with dinners that incorporate lots of lean protein and vegetables.
- Try to cut down on portion sizes, especially when it comes to snacks and carbs.
- Plan and prepare healthy snacks for each day to avoid snacking sweets or on whatever’s around.
- Avoid lots of leftover sweets – freeze extra cookie dough instead of baking entire batch, only make small amounts of desserts, give extras away to friends/neighbors, etc.
Alright, so there you have it. I’ll be back next week with another update… Hopefully a more positive one.
In the meantime, how’s the challenge going for you?
I tend to only make 1/2 or 1/4 of most sweets recipes, but I still end up eating most of it if I can’t give it away!
On another note, I hate your bbq shredded beef in my crock pot right now. It smells SO GOOD!! :)
Oooh crap, I meant to say HAVE not hate…lol!
Keep at it, Jen! I know there will be those tuny struggles, but I ‘m sure it not something that you can’t handle. What was that phrase “I think I can, I think I can” and you can. ;-D
I bet you’re just being too hard on yourself. Maybe read Skinny Bitch in the Kitch for inspriation? I haven’t read it, bu it’s vegan and supposedly has tons of low fat healthy and delicious ideas – including proteins, if you’re stuck! Also check out Cookin’ Canuck’s roasted chick peas – best snack ever and all protein!
Hang in there Jen. At least you are eating healthy meals and it’s just the snacks that you need to work on. I am sure it’s just a temporary glitch and soon you will be back in the swing of things.
Very interesting book suggested!
Keep on doing well! ;)
It’s really inspiring to read your honest assessment of your progress and struggles! You go girl!