Maybe I'd been reading too many trashy magazines.
I must confess that in spite of my deep rooted hatred for anything gym related I've become quite the exercise enthusiast. I must also bring up that once you hit the streets (not like that, guys) or the gym or anything that makes you work up a sweat, your ability to eat more without gaining ten thousand pounds increases. This happens to be good news for people like me who truly love food.
Like.
A lot.
Which brings me to the following: Chipotle is ruining my life.
I thought I was past giving into cravings but then they went ahead and built not one, but two of these evil establishments near my place and I cannot seem to stay away from them. I no longer do groceries. I Chipotle. Chipotle is a verb. A very dangerous one.
I always hear people say "Oh, sweets are my weakness" or "I can't seem to stay away from Cheetos." Me?... I have no weaknesses. I have a stomach. A stomach that wants food and doesn't discriminate nor comprehend how people cannot be tempted while passing burritos on the way to work. I am beginning to think that I need horse blinders every time I go out in public to stay focused on the task at hand. Do you think those will look weird on a date?
I guess not all is lost though and I do see some sort of a truce beginning to happen between my mind, body, and stomach. They have agreed to move forward with this plan as long as they get to indulge once in a while in the things that make them happy and the almighty goal is reached by my 30th birthday (12.12.12). Here I am now:
And well... I think there's hope.
15 comments:
You look amazing Ma'am!
Oh, hell, you look great, Gorgeous! And I have the same problem--I just like *food*. I'm graduallly easing into a workout routine for myself--my new place has a small fitness center. Nothing like when I was a body builder a few years ago, but it's better than nothing. Anyways, keep it up!
1. you DO look amazing.
2. Chipotle is my weakness too. And like you, there are 2 of them within 3 miles of my damn house. It's a must stop establishment after I do training runs on Tuesday evenings...or Saturdays...or Mondays for lunch. At least it is organic, right????? No antibiotics? Tell me we have that going for us.
You are looking awesome... Can't be that far off from that size 6 now. I need to lose weight too, but lately everything seems to taste good, even stuff I didn't like before! Argh!
Thank you for all your compliments. I honestly never thought it would be so difficult though. I was way wrong.
BUT ON THAT NOTE, it is doable with a reality check and some patience. Overnight changes just don't happen in any aspects of life, apparently.
Ooooo I love that dress! You're looking good!
You do look good! 40 lbs in 16 months is not bad at all.
I too love food, and am struggling to keep the pounds from piling on, while actually taking some off (god knows what havoc this week in Crete has wrought). Anyway, my discovery was that the first bite always tastes best, so my main weight controll strategy has been to eat small portions, and to savor them by eating slowly. Good Luck!
Forty is awesome! You should be very proud of yourself! It's friggin hellish to do, trust me. And it does get more difficult as you get older, so keep doing what you're doing! I've lost 20lbs since June. That's only on half-ass attempts at eating healthy and wisely and minimal (read: NONE) work out. But my mindset is focused and my birthday pictures have been viewed and posted all over my house, to remind me of what I need to do. That alone, is inspiration enough! No joke!!! Btw, you're adorable just as you are, chica!
You look fabulous, love the dress. And I know all about cravings, I'm completely addicted to crisps, if we have them in the house I can't not eat them. If I don't I spend the whole evening thinking about them, so I always end up eating some. Of course if I don't buy them, my boyfriend decides to buy a whole bunch, there is no escape!
Woo! That's so awesome! You're way more likely to keep the weight off if you indulge every now and then anyway. Chipotle for everyone!
And I also wanted to say, I've been reading your blog for almost three years now; always makes me smile when you post something. You're the bomb.
Congratulations, you are doing awesome, and you're doing it the right way! I've been on a fitness kick for about 7 weeks now, doing it for real for the first time ever. I definitely think indulging in something you love every now and again is a good thing....makes the overall change a more doable thing in the long run!
Dancer: The first taste is the best. And yes, I have a tendency to eat fast but lately am taking time to truly taste the food and not eat like a cavewoman. ha ha. It's working.
Yvonne: I think 20 is awesome and a stepping stone for greatness. Thanks for the compliment, doll.
Little Redhead: Are crips like potato chips? Because if so. The jalapeno ones are another thing I cannot stay away from. Bring some pumpkin beer and it's a party!
Lauren Glow: When I read comments like yours it always makes me happy. I know I've been writing less and less but that's because work is zapping me. That and I'm THIS close to finishing my book.
Blue Moon: I think even though it's taken longer than I thought, it will instill healthier eating habits for the rest of my life :::she said insecurely:::
Chipotle is EVIL! I was in there one time and this lady was cutting her burrito in half to save the rest for another meal. The Fuck? Save half? Who doesn't shove the whole 2000 calorie thing into their face in one sitting?
Don't judge me...
I literally Oh My God-ed (is that a verb? It is now) when I saw your photo.
Congratulations sweetness - you're truly looking mighty fine!
p.s. The longer it takes to lose the longer it takes to gain again. Have heart, you're doing waaay better than most xx
You look fantastic!
I just like food, too. Although I do have a particularly soft spot for the sweets.
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