Breakthrough!!

I finally hit a wall! I realized that I would never lose weight if I didn't get my eating under control. So, I have managed to log my food on MyFitnessPal for week. I have lost 1.6 lbs! And it was really only the first 3 days that were the hardest. I actually find myself less focused on food now that I am tracking. I think I was just out of control before and now I have this sense of control that feels good. I don't feel as hungry either. I am eating far less sugar and haven't even opted to spend my calories on wine! My stress even seems more manageable. I think that it is working because I am not doing the standard 1200 calorie diet. I calculated the actual number of calories my body needs right now and I am at 1380. That extra 180 calories is enough to make me feel less deprived which is what I need. I just hope that I can stay this focused. I am excited to get rid of the virus I have now had for over 3 weeks so that I can start my semi private training at the gym. I miss working out. I will up my calorie intake a bit at that point too.

So far so good! I am making it work! If I could even lose 10lbs I would be thrilled at this point. My reward will be a new pair of spring pants:) I hardly fit into any of my clothes right now:(

Oh, and FYI, the mirrors at Old Navy are HIGHLY motivating when it comes to weight loss... They do not lie:(