Monday, July 19, 2010

The Counting Game

I gained one pound this week. Starting today I will count calories, or WW points. That's the only way I've ever lost weight. I found my old WW point calculator and some old food diaries. I sitll find it difficult to get an accurate count on food such as the chicken salad I made last night, but I think I'll be able to get close enough.

What I did right:

Carry gum and mints with me to keep food (sugar) cravings at bay. And this has worked.
Became more active, not necessarily exercise, but physical activity.
Ate lunch at home more often.

What I did wrong:

Mindless eating, such as grabbing handsful of nuts, eating at the suggestion of others (mom, let's order pizza tonight. ok. )
Sugary drink at St. Louis Bread Co. Should have opted for a healthier choice.

WHAT I'LL DO DIFFERENT THIS WEEK:

Track my eating.

Exercise right after work, on the glider, before dinner. I'm not hungry at 5:00 anyway. May as well work out first.

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