Uh Oh!

I LOVE Take Shape for Life!  I do.  I know that it works.  I  followed it faithfully  and have lost weight.  Then my sister was in town!! Ugh!! Which meant lunch with "the girls" and family dinners.  This is hard for me!  Because I am not strong enough yet to say "no" to treats and carbs.  I enjoy losing weight though and I kept reminding myself of that.  I do much better on the plan during the week when I work, eat my meals, go home, do my house chores and eat my lean and green.  I just do much better when I don't surround myself with all the tempting unhealthy food that I once devoured and all too much.  I decided to cancel my bunco playing group until I am stronger.  I have also avoided a few parties too.  I don't feel bad about it, in fact, I am actually quite proud of myself for knowing what my goal is and sticking to it.  Even though I got a little off track while my sister was here I learned some valuable lessons. 

The awesome thing about Take Shape for Life is:

It's easy to get back on track. 

T.S.F.L. really is a forgiving plan.

I eat slower, therefore getting full sooner and not eating as much.

I now order half of what I normally would when I go out.

I am drinking tonz more water.

I am losing weight!!

And even though I didn't follow the plan as closely when my sister was here I maintained my weight!  Woo hoo!!!

Some days are harder than others.  For example, if I am tired and not thinking clearly I want to make unwise decisions.  Sleep is very important and I know many of us aren't getting near enough.  I am going to make a conscious effort to go to be in bed by 10:30 every weeknight!!

I am also going to stay focused on my goal!!

Here we go!!