No gimmicks-105 pounds lost using CICO

@kittykatt021 The first thing I learned was how to measure and weigh foods. Then I learned how to go online and choose my meal before eating out. I knew how many calories I needed to lose weight but I didn’t know how many I was burning in a day. I got a Fitbit. It was a learning process.

Some days I went swimming and some days I walked. Then one day I felt the urge to run. It was amazing. I seldom used the gym, except as a guest, because it was not sustainable for me.

I chose to cut back on or change calorie heavy foods. Instead of ranch dressing, I chose a vinaigrette. I developed a taste for new things. There is power in learning. Education is key.

Food is first and foremost energy. It can be enjoyed but its purpose is to give us energy. Losing weight is hard because we are taking in less energy than we need. It’s normal to feel tired and hungry. Personally, I ate smaller portions throughout the day and sometimes walked in place or danced on the porch before bed if my calories were over for the day.

Don’t give up. It’s worth all the hard work and frustration. If you fail one day, learn from it and get back on track. You CAN do this!