Day 6: Figuring it out

I would kill for Chinese or a coffee. No way getting around that one. One of my fitness Facebook friends posted: "Sometimes I say things out loud just to get it out of my head - like I'm throwing the thought away from me." And I can fully agree with this. So there, have my thoughts about greasy, yummy, UNHEALTHY Chinese food! :) You can also have my (large!) Iced white chocolate mocha!

Although, I have those cravings, all in all, it hasn't been *that* bad. Definitely not a "cake-walk" but I am getting used to. Although I am getting better, I do  find myself going to eat something, then think, "No, no!" Mostly this has to do with: bread.  

It really means so much when people tell me they are following and reading my blog! Thank you! It is such great motivation! 

My workouts are going okay. I have had intense homework the past few days, so I have had to cut some a few minutes short. I can definitely feel the burn and aftermath most days. I know, NO EXCUSES. Chill. I am getting there.

I eat a lot (and by a lot I mean 5 times a week, twice a day) of chicken. It has become a main staple in my diet. I usually prepare about 10 breasts on Sunday and eat them through the week. It does really help to have these already prepared and I can just grab and go. I found a "clean" honey and mustard combination that I really like and wish I would have been making it before! It is so good! There are positives. 

Also, something else to note: Do not ever, ever, ever skip breakfast if you are trying to lose weight. It is the most important meal for a reason!
You do not have to dive into a huge lifestyle change overnight, I chose to because:
1. I thought I was ready. I think this is huge, if you think you can, you will. Attitude.
2. This is my new lifestyle.
3. I do not want to look back.
4. I am terrified by our food supply and "food" ingredients.
5. I slowly made changes over the past few years (Stop drinking pop, working out on/off, better food choices)
6. I needed something to challenge me and push me to commit to this lifestyle.


I have really expanded my horizon in the vegetable department also (joke). I eat a lot of carrots and green beans. I do pretty good in the fruits, I consume as much pineapple as I possibly can, and have an (organic) apple and (natural - peanuts only) peanut butter (or almond butter - 2x the benefits/ half the calories!).

Sometimes, I find it difficult to remember that just because it is healthy and clean, I still must watch my calorie intake. Most days, my calorie goal is 1,800 (+/-). It really just depends. 


Things that I have noticed:
+It gets easier
+The first to help you up are the ones who know how it feels to fall down
+The healthier I eat, the less *bad* cravings I have
+My sweatpants are comfy again
+I went down a notch in my belt
+I share too much. Sorry about it.


That's all for now :)



Thank you so, so much for reading!