kindergartencowgirl Posted February 1, 2013 Share Posted February 1, 2013 I did it! Stayed compliant for the whole month of January. Oddly it wasn't that difficult... I was able to overcome the few cravings I did have. I am a sugar addict so expected it to be harder. However as a recovering alcoholic perhaps my practice quitting alcohol (3 1/2 years now) was helpful. The stats: ***Lost seven pounds (down to 163 from 170, at 5' 10") ***Lost two inches from my waist, hips and thighs ***Lost one inch from my upper arms and my bust And the facts: ***After the first two weeks I became more aware of when to stop eating. I was more in touch with my "full" meter, so to speak. I was easily able to push my plate away, even when there was still food on it. ***I felt adequately fueled to do Crossfit 3 x a week, and hike / gentle yoga the other 4 days. ***Energy levels stayed even throughout most days (though I've been dragging a little this past week ***My mind is clear and I am in a better mood overall I see no reason why to quit now! I may continue on with a 60 or even a 90. I am reading labels, enjoying vegetables like never before, feeling hungry for my meals yet immensely satisfied when I finish eating. Tonight I made the Paleo muffins from Everyday Paleo as a treat. I ate two, one plain and the second with a little butter (I wouldn't have needed it if the recipe had called for some salt - maybe 1/2 a teaspoon or so)... I had no trouble stopping there and feeling wonderfully satisfied with my "treat"! I have earmarked Valentine's Day as my next treat day, perhaps some very good chocolate. It can be done! It is wonderful! DO IT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michaela Elmore Cogswell Posted February 1, 2013 Share Posted February 1, 2013 awesome! I've been thinking along the same lines to try a treat like you mentioned once and a while. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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