I did well on my calories. I learned that I can fill up on an entire 16 oz. bag of frozen veggies. I steamed a stir fry blend and tossed them with a few teaspoons of spicy Szechuan sauce. Less than 200 calories for lunch, and I was full 'til dinner. My hubby had to attend a meeting last night, so I was without a walking partner. Walking by myself is not as much fun - I get bored and usually cut it short. I told myself I'd walk for at least 20 minutes, and ended up doing 50, so I can pat myself on the back.

It was flooding so I walked the mall, and did some shopping. I was disappointed to not get my hour walk in. But today I walked 1 1/2 hours to sort of make up for the deficit.

Yesterday was a little bit tough, I think that I am worn out! I am going to eat light today and not hit the gym. I think I need a day off exercise. I having trouble balancing work, coaching, the housework, working out and the kids. I have to take a break and play catch up.

Hungry between lunch and dinner, but didn't go over. Prelogged everything & just adjusted. It's much easier to prelog and do the figuring out before you eat. Did my exercise. Pretty much did what I was supposed to do, yipee!

Yesterday went well! I went the whole day without my usual can of Pepsi & pushed a little bit futher on my cardio.

YES! I learned that I eat WAY more carbs than I thought I did. I realize not everyone on here is doing a low, or restricted carbohydrate diet, but I am. I thought vaguely I was probably between 25 and 30 net grams of carbohydrates a day, wow, actually I am a little above 50. So today, it is all about watching for those hidden carbohydrates and calories. So far, so good. I just really like to eat. A lot. If I am being honest, I'd love some chocolate right now. But, then I look at my wardrobe (all fit me 40 lbs ago) and the craving for chocolate diminishes.

Yesterday was pretty awesome. I had a lot of energy, so I mowed and raked my lawn for about 3 hours.

I've been doing the Ideal Protein Diet for about 5 weeks now and so far it has been the greatest weight loss plan that I ever tried. With my health coach always there, I know that I can get good and healthy directions on how to lose a healthy 2-3 lbs. a week. So far, I've lost 15 lbs. in the program and I have 13 more lbs. to lose to reach my ideal weight.

The thing is, I've never really paid so much attention on the affects of high carbohydrate intake before. Now, I make conscious decisions on how much carbs, protein, and fat I can take daily to get to my desired weight. It is all about knowledge and persistence, isn't it? Knowing what works for your body and how it makes you feel is the best policy.

I know that I might sway here and there, but overall yesterday, today, and tomorrow will be a commitment I have to take for my health.

Zumba last night, counted all calories (under goal), and worked out at 5am today!

Didn't feel great yesterday, to be honest. I had a migraine in the evening and ended up going over on calories. However, today has been great and I got lots of sleep due to the headache. Feeling good now.

I completely fell off the wagon....and it was only day 2 How bad is that?

I have been out late the past 2 days going to my brother's events. I did not eat before both events, so I was either really hungry when I got home and binged, or ate concession food at the game.

I know I should plan ahead and either eat a full and healthy meal before I go or bring a healthy snack to the meet, but old habits are hard to break and new ones are hard to make.

Had a rough night last night. The baby was up every 30-60 minutes. I didn't get much sleep and the temptation to binge was strong but I resisted. Breakfast was extra satisfying this morning though.

Yesterday was awesome! I have a "wellness benefit" at work, so I'm able to take 90 minutes a week for exercise. I tag it on to my lunch for 2 days a week and yesterday, cycled for 10 miles. What I love is that once I've worked hard exercising, and burned calories, I am hungry, but have begun craving GOOD food, not junk. I don't want to lose the good feeling my body has after a great workout.

Going again tonight-date night with my husband. Making it an active date, rather than a movie date. It's almost summer, get out and enjoy it!

Yesterday, I learned that when I'm loosing weight I need to beware of shopping. Was supposed to be going to trader joes with mom for groceries. Mall right next door. We both needed something from the Mac counter, myself just one mascara. Starting to feel better about myself and an I can do it mindset. So had the Mac guy load my face up with moisturizers, foundations, eye make up, blush and bronzer.....you know the pretties, mind you I already had this at home mostly just a diff color. Walked away with a bag full and a light purse. But that couldn't be enough, 3 more hours of shopping and never made it to trader joes. I did the same thing about two weeks ago with new summer clothes, I was so excited cause my pants size went down significantly. Then off for a haircut, Guess I was feeling like a makeover kinda day. Only alittle under half ways there, so I should be careful, don't want to set myself up for a major disappointment.
Proud I have been under my calorie goal everyday this week, hoping it contributes to some inches and lbs lost. We will see Sunday. Have a great evening. And cheers to all of us, cause we are here making an effort, sometimes tiny steps sometimes larger steps, still forward!