A step in the right direction
So, for those of you who are just tuning in... I'm starting a new chapter in my life. I'm seeing a doctor who is helping me lose the weight I need to lose. I've committed in my mind to do it and now I've got to get my legs in the game.
Today I went to the doctor's office and got my new nutritional plan. It calls for me to eat more food more often. It's interesting how 6 ounces of beef sounds so small on paper, but in your hand it seems much larger. So I went to the store today after work and bought all of the food that I didn't have to make this venture a success.
I cooked tonight -- I call them little beef boats. I cut up the beef that I bought into the appropriate sized servings and cooked them in their own little marinade and seasoning. I made little foil packets so I could keep them separate and once I finished they looked like little boats. At least I thought they did.
Anyway, so I put a few in the fridge and the rest in the freezer for later in the week or even next week. I've got some chicken I can cook if I get tired of beef... but I'm not sure I'll ever be tired of beef.
For breakfast in the morning I'm supposed to eat a half bagel, with an ounce of fat free cream cheese, and a peach. I don't think I'm supposed to eat oatmeal with that, but there's some breakfast combination that includes a lot more than I usually eat for breakfast.
Beyond the food, my next big hurdle is exercising. My plan is to be up no later than 6 a.m. to walk a mile around my complex. Like I said, that's the plan. I'm aiming to start in the morning -- so wish me luck! I've got to do it at least three days a week. I originally thought I'd do Tuesday through Friday, but now that it's almost Tuesday, I'm thinking more like Wednesday through Saturday. :-)
I'll let you know what I decide.
That's all for now!
Today I went to the doctor's office and got my new nutritional plan. It calls for me to eat more food more often. It's interesting how 6 ounces of beef sounds so small on paper, but in your hand it seems much larger. So I went to the store today after work and bought all of the food that I didn't have to make this venture a success.
I cooked tonight -- I call them little beef boats. I cut up the beef that I bought into the appropriate sized servings and cooked them in their own little marinade and seasoning. I made little foil packets so I could keep them separate and once I finished they looked like little boats. At least I thought they did.
Anyway, so I put a few in the fridge and the rest in the freezer for later in the week or even next week. I've got some chicken I can cook if I get tired of beef... but I'm not sure I'll ever be tired of beef.
For breakfast in the morning I'm supposed to eat a half bagel, with an ounce of fat free cream cheese, and a peach. I don't think I'm supposed to eat oatmeal with that, but there's some breakfast combination that includes a lot more than I usually eat for breakfast.
Beyond the food, my next big hurdle is exercising. My plan is to be up no later than 6 a.m. to walk a mile around my complex. Like I said, that's the plan. I'm aiming to start in the morning -- so wish me luck! I've got to do it at least three days a week. I originally thought I'd do Tuesday through Friday, but now that it's almost Tuesday, I'm thinking more like Wednesday through Saturday. :-)
I'll let you know what I decide.
That's all for now!
posted by Ms. Write at 10:15 PM
9 Comments:
You have to start somewhere, and I say you're off to a great start! Just stay motivated. Think about what you're trying to accomplish and boost yourself up. That's what I do when I'm working out or whenever I feel like giving up when I'm running. It's a mind thing, really. If I talk myself out of something enough, I'll give up too easily, but if I check myself and realize my will power, I can do anything I set my mind to.
Good luck missy!!! Once you start and get into a routine, it gets easier to stick too... I started out going to the gym sporadically but when I finally started going 3 times a week every week (it's only been about 6 weeks), I can def see improvement!
I am so happy for you!!!! Jirzygurl's right having a routine helps to keep you going.
I started eating more also and it really works. I hate having to have a snack because I didn't feel hungry but now I look forward to the healthy snacks during the day!I hope all the work is paying off! Let us know!
All right, Ms Lady. What's up? I want to know how you're doing. How are you progressing..haven't heard from you in over a month!
Where are you girl?
Do we need to put out an APB..BOLO? Whut? Where are you?! Are you all right?
Email me, please.
Hey, lady. I hope all is well. I thought I'd get a chance to chat with you before I left, to no avail. Take care of yourself. I wish you enough!
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