The need to eat.

Yes...I need to eat. And I need to eat in order to live. But I used to eat just because it sounded good, even if I wasn't hungry. Therefore living to eat. So, I am making the necessary changes....even this far into this challenge. Yes, I am counting calories, but I was eating stuff just to reach my calorie goal. Now I am eating a better balance of proteins and less dry carbs...except for rice cakes (love the crunch). My biggest challenge right now is getting enough sleep so that I can burn the calories off now (notice when I am writing this blog...12:01 AM). So, no matter what, I will always be learning, adjusting and correcting bad habits and making new good ones.

Can you say "Plateau"?

If you look at the scales, I am on the plateau...been there for the past three weeks. I will gain a pound, lose a half pound, lose a percentage in body fat, then show the same numbers the next week, even with taking the calorie count down and still working out4-5 days a week. AAAGGHHH! Totally frustrating. However, when the tape measure came out, I have dropped inches where I needed to (waist, hips, legs, neck) and gained inches where I need (arms & chest).

We have our group meeting this week, so maybe I will pick up on some hints. I have dropped the dry carbs, increased the proteins and veggies, and have eliminated extra snacks. Maybe this will help as well.

Will try to keep more up to date, rather than spuratic postings.