Sunday, March 8, 2009

Hey Noodle
I feel your pain...why isn't this weight loss thing easier? I hurt my back again ahwile ago, but now I am back on the exercise wagon! I had a good week 2 weeks ago and then last week gained a pound. How does that happen when I thought I did good? I am part of a "weight loss" group that started 2 weeks ago and I gained..in front of 6 people. Talk about acountability! If I could only figure out how to make my motivation convert into action when it really gets tough to resist those cravings.
Thanks for sharing your daily ups and downs with us. You are amazing and such an inspiration to me. I wish I had your determination and desire. You go girl!
I am finding myhardest time of the day is late afternoon through dinner time. What do find that works for lunches and dinners that keeps you fuller and not craving so much? Any suggestions?
Love ya!

1 comment:

Denise Eskelson said...

My advice may seem a little counter-intuitive, but hear me out. Don't worry so much about the number on the scale. Be proud of the fact you have started exercising again! Way to go! You will probably gain a little at first as you are building muscle back; this is to be expected. Just keep it up. Even if the pounds don't melt off, you will notice the slimming of the thighs, maybe a little less junk in the trunk and a smaller bowl full of jelly. :) As for the afternoon stretch, try snacking at around 3:30 pm with a large apple, (low-fat) string cheese or high-protein/low fat granola bar and a large glass of water. That will provide protein and good carbs to hopefully hold you over till dinner. It might even lessen the appetite for dinner so you end up eating less. Hope that helps!