I ditched my high protein, low carb diet 2 weeks ago. I have gained all my weight back since then, but I have decided to be alright with that. Instead of obsessing about my food, I eat what I want to eat when I want to eat it. Sometimes I have too much. Sometimes I am not hungry at all. I guess the best way to deal with food is to not worry about it.
Instead of focusing on what I'm putting into my body, I am focusing on what I can get out of it through activity. I have been walking regularly; I feel much better, and I am in a better mood overall. I have started a very small jogging route. I can currently go .4 miles without being too worn out. I am trying to get to the point where I don't huff and puff anymore before I add distance. I was able to go slightly faster yesterday, and I had a smoother stride towards the end. I have been jogging without a stopwatch or iPod. I have found that if I jog for the sole purpose of a better mood and satisfaction I feel better and look forward to it. I have been telling myself that a small amount of activity is better than no activity at all.
I have also tried a new approach to my evening. I have been going home, changing into old clothes, and heading straight outside. I will walk or sit down with a cup of decaf and read one of my 4 magazines I receive each month -- Health, Shape, Self, and Fitness. Then when it gets dark I head inside and begin to tidy up the house. I start in the living room and work my way counter clockwise until I reach the kitchen (the biggest job by far). Going outside gets my mind off the imperfections in my organizational structure. I am not sure if I'll ever be satisfied with where things are in the house.
It's almost Mother's Day, and I am looking forward to spending some time with Mom this weekend. I feel an iHop trip coming on :)
Until next time...
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