Day #8 - Weigh In Day

Jul 08, 2016

So today was my first weigh-in since getting myself back on track.  I'm happy to say that I'm down to 149 lbs - a drop of 6 lbs since last week Friday.

My hubby commented that he could see my face was thinning back out again.  My clothes fit better than they did; still a bit snug but feel better.  My carb cravings have subsided quite a bit.  There still there but not screaming at me all the time.  I've caught on that when I start wanting them that either I'm only thirsty or I need more protein.  So I opt for the water first, then I wait about 20 minutes.  If I'm still "craving" I opt for some jerky or cheese but something small if it's between meals.  One aspect that has been a bit rough is dealing with the headaches.  They have sucked!  I think they're more related to the decreased sugars than anything else.

I'm going into the weekend maintaining the course - high protein/little-to-no carb diet (about 100+ grams a protein a day), lots of water (80+ ounces a day) and my exercise regimen.  I have averaged about 1000 calories a day from food; exercise is shaving off about 230-270 calories a workout.  I was concerned at first with the low calorie intake but my energy levels have been really good and I haven't had hunger issues.  I'm journaling EVERYTHING that goes in my mouth.

What's awesome is that my family is very supportive.  They haven't just been cheering me on but also incorporating much of the same diet regimen - just a lot more veggies/fruits than me.  They've cut back on the starches but not to an extreme.  The kids have taken a new liking to exercise; hubby not so much.

Well that's it for me today.  Take care.

Sharika

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