This week I said goodbye to yet another pound. I also noticed this week that I've had virtually no hunger; usually, I know it's time for a low-point snack when I start to get a mid-morning or mid-afternoon hunger pain. This week, no such pains. I've even been able to unconciously put off eating lunch until 2 or 3 p.m. because my stomach doesn't tell me it wants to eat. And the true test was when I made White Trash Ramen the other night and could only eat half of my bowl - half of my usual serving. Progress is being made! Woo-hoo!

The next struggle I'd like to tackle is the weekend. I find myself having trouble sticking to the plan on Saturday and Sunday - I keep track of the points in my head, but I don't write them down or record them in the Points tracker. And I seem to eat more frequently, probably because the food is more accessible. It's completely an issue of discipline - just because there's a full pantry in the kitchen doesn't mean I have to eat something out of it - and it's a challenge I'm tackling head-on.

Next week I'd also like to add a crucial element to my program - exercise. I've lost the weight so far just by cutting back on what I eat. It makes me giddy to think how successful I could be if I eat less *and* work out.

Comments

[Nicole]

Sounds like things are really going well for you! I'm so happy to hear it! For my body, several small snacks (coupled with smaller meals) is the best way to go... especially on days when I get hungry often. But boy do I love those weeks where I'm never feeling hungry. I too see weekends as more of a struggle, but I just tell myself to do the best I can and when I want a treat I eat some fruit. You'll find what works for you.