I've been hovering around 285 pounds for some time now. Not being one to take responsibility for my own actions I'll blame it on being on a plateau. Don't worry, this post will not be a pity party....ok, maybe a little. I walk every day so certainly those regular Ben & Jerry indulgences wouldn't have any effect. I'm sure of it.
Last week I had reached 283 pounds and was very excited. I just needed to lose 2 more pounds and I'd reach 50% of my first goal of 24 pounds. I'd be in bed with my head under my pillow if I had to think of losing over 100 pounds, so I break my goals into smaller pieces.
There's one factor that's been working against me. Because of some test results that didn't look good I currently can't eat vegetables. It's an all meat diet for now until the second set of tests come back. My potassium level shows it's running dangerously high.
I slipped into the bathroom to pee. I didn't want that extra weight causing any problems. Then I approached the scale looking it square in it's face. My mind was focused on this blog and being able to post I'd reached the 50% mark of my goal. I was certain I was successful. Remember, the Ben and Jerry's was offset by my walks.
The scale was already set at 280 so that was a good sign. I knew I'd get on and just have to adjust it a little to get it at 281. I stepped on and NOOOOOOOO the lever didn't budge. Not even a smidgen. I was sick to my stomach but I started sliding it forward. Did I lose 2 pounds? No, I was at 285 again, which means I'd gained 2 pounds back. I waned to rip apart that bastard scale.
I tried to think positively about the 8 pounds I'd lost, but I was feeling dejected. Obviously that evil scale hates me. Now I have to lose 4 pounds to reach my goal of 281. I know that eating smaller portions and exercise are the key factors to losing, and the Ben & Jerry's must not touch my lips. I need to show that damn scale, once and for all, who's boss. Any other suggestions as to how I can shake these few pounds? I'm willing to try almost anything.
I've been hovering around 285 pounds for some time now. Not being one to take responsibility for my own actions I'll blame it on being on a plateau. Don't worry, this post will not be a pity party....ok, maybe a little. I walk every day so certainly those regular Ben & Jerry indulgences wouldn't have any effect. I'm sure of it.
Last week I had reached 283 pounds and was very excited. I just needed to lose 2 more pounds and I'd reach 50% of my first goal of 24 pounds. I'd be in bed with my head under my pillow if I had to think of losing over 100 pounds, so I break my goals into smaller pieces.
There's one factor that's been working against me. Because of some test results that didn't look good I currently can't eat vegetables. It's an all meat diet for now until the second set of tests come back. My potassium level shows it's running dangerously high.
I slipped into the bathroom to pee. I didn't want that extra weight causing any problems. Then I approached the scale looking it square in it's face. My mind was focused on this blog and being able to post I'd reached the 50% mark of my goal. I was certain I was successful. Remember, the Ben and Jerry's was offset by my walks.
The scale was already set at 280 so that was a good sign. I knew I'd get on and just have to adjust it a little to get it at 281. I stepped on and NOOOOOOOO the lever didn't budge. Not even a smidgen. I was sick to my stomach but I started sliding it forward. Did I lose 2 pounds? No, I was at 285 again, which means I'd gained 2 pounds back. I waned to rip apart that bastard scale.
I tried to think positively about the 8 pounds I'd lost, but I was feeling dejected. Obviously that evil scale hates me. Now I have to lose 4 pounds to reach my goal of 281. I know that eating smaller portions and exercise are the key factors to losing, and the Ben & Jerry's must not touch my lips. I need to show that damn scale, once and for all, who's boss. Any other suggestions as to how I can shake these few pounds? I'm willing to try almost anything.