Much to my amazement I am still dieting, and still, (slowly) losing weight. 35 pounds down at this point. I am following a low-carb sort of diet, mostly just avoiding flour and sugar, which limits my normal food choices a LOT. As we head into fall I am missing the comfort of creamy noodle cassaroles, bean soups and warm bread. On the other hand, I am very much enjoying food preperation and meals. I am much more thoughtful about what and when I eat, and it makes the process seem somehow richer.I find that after 6 months of eating this way I am looking at "cheating" in a whole new light. Rather than feeling remorseful over eating a box of cookies or a pint of oh-so-delicious Ben and Jerry's, I now look back at my day and think: "Oh, I shouldn't have eaten quite so many raw almonds, and that apple was probably too rich in carbohydrates." An apple? I think I have sinned over an apple? My how I have changed!
My sister gave me a Brookstone pedometer. This little digital wonder is worn on a lanyard and is just terrific. I was honestly quite horrified to find how few steps I was taking. Between my animal care, my work and my frequent little lunch time walks I thought I was walking a good bit. Turns out I was averaging only 4,000-5,000 steps per day. One should be walking 10,000 steps per day, and 12,000 for weight loss. I have been wearing the pedometer for a week now and the last two days broke the 10,000 steps mark. This week I'll up that to the 12,000 and see where we go.
So... I am down 3 clothing sizes and have purchased some clothes that I LOVE and feel pretty in. I am increasing my exercise and feeling quite pleased with my progress. I am not stopping, I am proceeding. It is clear that this change was necessary and very fine.
