Yes, I said it! That's one stumbling block we heavy-set folks fall over. Instead of realizing our clothing is getting too small due to our over-indulgence, we EASE with comfort into a larger size. "Wow, the washing machine shrunk my shirt," or "Size 16 ain't workin' any more. Let me try the size 18." Oh no you don't! It's you, my dear. An eater without a cause. (LOL) Don't think I'm being too critical. I've been there, so I can speak to you with sincere honesty.
I've realized that establishing a healthy lifestyle doesn't involve dieting, but eating properly. To fuel the body and not weigh it down with unnecessary "fuel" that will add pounds and inches! It's a long-term process which involves making slow changes that won't shock the system. These small things won't discourage you into making the mistakes that got you into that size 22 in the first place. Of not only exercise, but looking at food in a different manner. I've learned how to share my plate, save some of the food for later...it ain't going nowhere!
One of the biggest changes I've made was to avoid frequent trips to the drive-thru. The food found at these establishments are filled with all the properties that nutritious food don't have. And besides that, they are very costly! Just with that small change in my life, I've saved loads of calories (and tons of money).
Having to eat the entire meal until I saw the porcelain is a thing of the past. Substituting fruit for highly-concentrated sugary snacks is tricky, but do-able. Not shopping when you're "Jones-ing" is paramount! If you're tripping out over not having potato chips (my opium), DON'T go into the grocery store! Your cart may end up on the chip aisle, and you may find yourself pissed off after consuming an entire bag worth of crisps.
Life is filled with choices. Make some good ones.
~Korky
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