Current Weight: 71.2 kg
Over the past four days I lost 1.4 kg's, and then in one day filled with bad decisions, I gained 1.9 kg's, rather than viewing this as a nice reason not to bother anymore, however tempting, I'll keep on trying. At the very least over the last few days I proved that I can do it, and if I did it once, I can do it again! and again and again, basically I'll keep pushing everyday until I get there. Also I know how pointless giving up is, it achieves nothing.
So, new day!
I'm basically back to the start, the cravings are back because I ate so freely yesterday, I also got distracted and didn't end up getting to bed last night until around 2am, meaning I spent the day tired- Fatigue happens to be one of the worst things for dieters, it takes sincere concentration to stop yourself from laying into every sugary item you can get your hands on, just for that bit of energy, but I'm very proud of the fact that although difficult, I worked around it and didn't touch a scrap of leftovers from yesterday- The majority ended up hidden behind the milk and bread so I wouldn't have to look at it, it seems a bit silly but the very act of removing temptation makes you feel more in control.
For breakfast, rather than my usual cereal, which is unfortunately not suitable with my current diet as it is very high in carbohydrates, around 28g per serve, I had 100g of Soleii yoghurt with 2/3 cup of muesli sprinkled over the top instead. This was surprisingly filling and yummy, but only about 17g of carbohydrates! and even though flavoured, the Soleii yoghurt is non fat and low in sugar, making it ideal for breakfast or even lunch.
The tiredness began setting in around midday, my first shake for the day certainly helped to wake me up, after a few hours I was starting to get a bit jittery for sugar again but I managed to make it until my mid-afternoon snack, which was a few slices of shaved ham. By this time I was at breaking point, the lack of sleep coupled with a carb-restricting diet meant I could barely think straight. So instead of making this another one of those wasted days, I had a quick half hour nap! Unusual for me but it fixed the problem. I then had a cup of Green tea when I woke up, which was kind of a double whammy for my diet! It is proven that Green tea not only increases the metabolism and helps burn fat, but the caffeine will also work as an appetite suppressant and keep you awake.
I just had my Celebrity Slim Bar for dinner, and although I am still feeling the sugar urges left over from yesterday, I am yet to cheat! I also have every confidence that I can recover my diet perfectly, it will just take a few days of pushing and fighting.
Tips from Today
* Falling off the wagon for one day, one week, a year, regardless of how bad the damage is, is still no reason to stop! If anything, the feeling we get when we have failed just shows how badly we really want to succeed.
* Sleep has profound effects on our appetite and the ability to control ourselves. If you have under slept, be prepared for an onslaught of sugar cravings and try to plan ahead. Take that nap if you need it.
* Plan ahead: don't have the foods you should not be eating at hand. Put them at the back of the fridge or cupboard, behind large objects if possible- Out of sight, out of mind.
* Green tea is an excellent appetite suppressant, according to studies it can also assist in the process of weight loss. A perfect alternative to that coffee with milk! It is also available in varying flavours including peppermint, lemon or honey, if, like me, you don't particularly like the taste of it on its own.
Over the past four days I lost 1.4 kg's, and then in one day filled with bad decisions, I gained 1.9 kg's, rather than viewing this as a nice reason not to bother anymore, however tempting, I'll keep on trying. At the very least over the last few days I proved that I can do it, and if I did it once, I can do it again! and again and again, basically I'll keep pushing everyday until I get there. Also I know how pointless giving up is, it achieves nothing.
I'm basically back to the start, the cravings are back because I ate so freely yesterday, I also got distracted and didn't end up getting to bed last night until around 2am, meaning I spent the day tired- Fatigue happens to be one of the worst things for dieters, it takes sincere concentration to stop yourself from laying into every sugary item you can get your hands on, just for that bit of energy, but I'm very proud of the fact that although difficult, I worked around it and didn't touch a scrap of leftovers from yesterday- The majority ended up hidden behind the milk and bread so I wouldn't have to look at it, it seems a bit silly but the very act of removing temptation makes you feel more in control.
For breakfast, rather than my usual cereal, which is unfortunately not suitable with my current diet as it is very high in carbohydrates, around 28g per serve, I had 100g of Soleii yoghurt with 2/3 cup of muesli sprinkled over the top instead. This was surprisingly filling and yummy, but only about 17g of carbohydrates! and even though flavoured, the Soleii yoghurt is non fat and low in sugar, making it ideal for breakfast or even lunch.
The tiredness began setting in around midday, my first shake for the day certainly helped to wake me up, after a few hours I was starting to get a bit jittery for sugar again but I managed to make it until my mid-afternoon snack, which was a few slices of shaved ham. By this time I was at breaking point, the lack of sleep coupled with a carb-restricting diet meant I could barely think straight. So instead of making this another one of those wasted days, I had a quick half hour nap! Unusual for me but it fixed the problem. I then had a cup of Green tea when I woke up, which was kind of a double whammy for my diet! It is proven that Green tea not only increases the metabolism and helps burn fat, but the caffeine will also work as an appetite suppressant and keep you awake.
I just had my Celebrity Slim Bar for dinner, and although I am still feeling the sugar urges left over from yesterday, I am yet to cheat! I also have every confidence that I can recover my diet perfectly, it will just take a few days of pushing and fighting.
Tips from Today
* Falling off the wagon for one day, one week, a year, regardless of how bad the damage is, is still no reason to stop! If anything, the feeling we get when we have failed just shows how badly we really want to succeed.
* Sleep has profound effects on our appetite and the ability to control ourselves. If you have under slept, be prepared for an onslaught of sugar cravings and try to plan ahead. Take that nap if you need it.
* Plan ahead: don't have the foods you should not be eating at hand. Put them at the back of the fridge or cupboard, behind large objects if possible- Out of sight, out of mind.
* Green tea is an excellent appetite suppressant, according to studies it can also assist in the process of weight loss. A perfect alternative to that coffee with milk! It is also available in varying flavours including peppermint, lemon or honey, if, like me, you don't particularly like the taste of it on its own.
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