You don’t have to “diet”, but you do have to find your reason
In my 20’s it was about how I looked. Now that I’m in my late 30’s I realize it’s about my life – my health, my quality of life and my ability to give what I know I’m capable of giving. Would I rather eat pastries for breakfast than oatmeal? Yes! Would I rather have French fries than steamed veggies? Absolutely! But there’s a price to pay if I do that all the time, and it’s not worth it. So I do it sometimes, and I make other choices to make sure I’m not over my calorie budget by moving more or controlling calories at other meals. And I can do that because I understand the “big picture” of weight control – and it isn’t about dieting. Dieting equals deprivation in my eyes and the eyes of everyone I know. But before we talk about that, you need to answer the question “Why do I want to lose weight?” You’ll have to find your reason for losing weight. When you find your reason, you’ll have the motivation to make the changes you need for lasting success. (And no, you don’t have to diet and you don’t need “willpower”). Think about it. Figure it out and write it down. And when you do, share it with me (dietitian@dotfit.com ) or a close friend. We need each other so don’t go at it alone – and stay tuned, I’ve got a game plan for you.
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I know I am doing everything that I am supposed to and we can only control so much. The rest is up to the body to cooperate. So, I just keep moving along, taking one day at a time and one moment at a time. This is why I consider every competition prep a journey because every time there are differences that take place. The way your body adjusts, diet, workouts and don't forget the mental aspect that can really start playing with your head.
There is more to read....I am only 8 weeks out now. It's crunch time!!!!! At this point you cannot allow yourself to feel tired or unable to give your best with every workout. With such little time, you have to make every workout count and give it your all.
There is more to read....So, with another week passing comes many more exciting events to follow. We began our filming of my prep for the next 9 weeks. It started Friday with a leg workout. I thought at first that I may be silly knowing there was a camera right there but the fear of what kind of pain Warren was about to put me through took any giggles away. LOL
There is more to read....Tags: diet, diet plan, food decisions when dieting, right choices
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Absolutely. I am in my early 50’s and have realized that “diet” to me means a way of eating…Too feel strong, have energy, and to be able to be the best I can be. Coming from a family of overeaters and southern cuisine food has taken on a whole new meaning at midlife. You are so right on about writing it down. I have been writing down my food for 12 years! It has totally changed my attitudes about food. Kind of like keeping a diary or a journal. I no longer pass up a peice of chocolate cake or a cheeseburger and think I am depriving myself. I eat foods that are healthier and I am grateful that I feel more energy.