Week One Almost Done!!!

I can't believe I am on day six already with the "diet" and don't feel all that deprived. Yesterday was actually a steller day as I did a really good job getting in lots of protein, which helped me stay full and satisfied all day! I am trying new things slowly to get away from the same old foods and to see what foods help me stay fuller longer. The past two days, I've done two eggs for breakfast (along with a carb of course, I just can't give up carbs). I know too that my body is probably adjusting to less calories being taken in and not so mad at me anymore. LOL.

I've stayed on track with exercise too, walking each day this week (my week started Tuesday, not good to start a diet on a Monday) except for Friday. I cleaned our house though Friday which I found burns a lot of calories, so I felt that was my workout for the day. I am excited as our local hospital is doing another fitness event this summer, which meets every Monday night for a 3 mile walk. Last year I didn't do so well with it, but the person I went with just wasn't motivating for me and I admit, I gave up. It was hard when the "friend" I went with would show up reeking of alcohol... I feel going it alone I will do better and stay more positive. And maybe even meet someone who is as movtiviated as me so we can accomplish goals together. Tomorrow night is the first meeting. Looking forward to that.

My only worry right now is probably one many people have, and that is the ability to stay on track. I don't know why I doubt myself. I have done this before and I know if I stick with it, every day will get better. I need to get myself back to the point where its ok to have ONE splurge every now and then. Speaking of which, my first "treat" for making 10 days is to participate in our city's Ribfest, which starts Wednesday. I don't plan on going overboard, but it will be a nice change to go out for a meal. And I know it already, the deep fried cheesecake will be sampled. Its the one time a year I can get it! We don't plan on going until Saturday, so that will make day 12 of the diet, but soon enough I think for a treat. After a month of behaving, I will be getting a pedi! Little goals, one step at a time. Hanging in there feels really good today.