Last Easter I gained 6.4 pounds! How did that happen? Well, my (then) boyfriend made me a huge gourmet basket, and I didn't bother employing self-control. Luckily I was in Philidelphia the next week for a convention, and managed to walk that gain off.
This Easter my dad spent the 4 days prior in the hospital. I admit to emotional eating those days. He made it home just as my (now) boyfriend brought me a giant candy filled basket his mom made me. I ate so much candy that I did exactly what I preach not to do: skipped weigh in...not one week, but two. I know I have gained.
I generally follow the rule that skipping your weigh in, from fear of a gain, is actually more detremental than seeing a gain. Gains stink, but they give you the motivation to try harder the next week. It is much easier to throw in the towel if you skip weigh ins, because you're no longer accountable.
In hindsight I wish I hadn't skipped my weigh in last week, but I can't go back. Today I started moving forward again. The week is still early. I will try to weigh in on Friday.
Below is my menu for the day. I don't think it turned out to be a bad day despite everything. I didn't get any oils, but I did meet the other guidelines. :) I am in the process of planning tomorrow's menu so I'll be prepared. Have a goodnight!
| Day 1 in Week | Target | 23 |
|---|---|---|
| Food | Points | Count |
| 2 Bananas | -2 | 21 |
| 1tbs Peanut Butter | -2 | 19 |
| 3/4c Cheerios | -1 | 18 |
| 1 Light String Cheese | -1 | 17 |
| 2oz Whole Wheat Penne | -3 | 14 |
| 1/2c Prego Sauce | -1 | 13 |
| 2c Salad | 0 | 13 |
| 1tbs Lite Italian | -1 | 12 |
| 4oz Chicken Breast | -4 | 8 |
| 1/2c Cornbread Stuffing | -4 | 4 |
| 1/2c Mixed Veggies | 0 | 4 |
| 3c Salad | 0 | 4 |
| 1tbs Lite Italian | -1 | 3 |
| 10oz Milk | -2 | 1 |
| 1c Cut Strawberries | -1 | 0 |
| Total: | 23 | |
| Weekly Points Used: 0, Remaining: 35 | ||
Water: 64oz
Fruits & Veggies: 10 servings
Dairy: 2 servings
Oils: :(
Whole Grains: Check
Lean Protein: Check
Limit Sugar & Alcohol: Check
Vitamin: Check
Exercise: DOR
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