Today is Monday, which means it’s my weigh-in day. And let me tell you, it wasn’t pretty. I fell off the wagon hardcore this weekend. I didn’t track my calories, so I acted as if none of the food I ate counted. Lots of ice cream and cupcakes were involved. To be honest, I’ve been debating whether I should even post my weight this week. I’m embarrassed. But I started this blog because I wanted to be accountable. And losing this weight isn’t going to be without setbacks. So here goes nothing.
Weight 7/9/12: 169.6
Change since last week: 2.6
Change overall: 1.2
Ugh. Not good. I’d like to say that this was enough of a wake up call to get back to healthy eating today. But when I got to work this morning, someone had brought in red velvet cupcakes. And I had to walk past them every time I left my desk. Sooooo I had one two. On top of that, it was a coworker’s birthday, so someone brought in chocolate cake. I had a piece, even though I’m not a huge fan of chocolate cake. I guess I figured my day was screwed already, so why not? I also feel weird turning down desserts when I’m in a group like that. Maybe I’m too much of a people pleaser?
Besides my breakfast (overnight oats), I didn’t have a real meal, and just various pieces of cake and some pasta salad. I felt the worst that I have in weeks. Sluggish, and my digestion was messed up.
After work, I had a meeting with my dissertation advisor and had to run some errands, so I didn’t get home until about 7. Normally after a day like this, I would have skipped my workout and grabbed Chipotle for dinner. But I knew I would feel terrible if I skipped my run on top of everything, so I dragged myself outside. The weather was so nice. It’s the first time I’ve felt comfortable going outside in weeks. I was feeling really good during my run until I had about 7 minutes left. It felt like my gas tank was empty. I didn’t understand what the deal was…I had just been feeling so good! Then I realized that it must have been because I hadn’t eaten anything before my run. Duh!
Today sucked, but tomorrow I’m going to get back on the wagon.
Back on the wagon, Jess! Do not give up the ship. Remember this healthy change in eating habits is your goal; weight loss will come as a result. Next time they offer you a red velvet cupcake, just eat one! Love, Sally