Moderation is the key! I went back on Weight Watchers this week (want to lose about a stone) and, like the last time I was on WW and lost, I am taking weekends off. I don't binge on the weekends, but I allow myself more leeway and don't stress about calories, etc.
For instance, yesterday Bret took me out to lunch and we had the most fabulous bangers and mash w/ onion gravy, served in a big Yorkshire pudding. YUM! I thoroughly enjoyed it, but didn't eat the entire portion, just enough to feel satisfied.
Today we went to the B&Q in Guildford. Shelley's Burger Bar is parked outside -- according to Bret's co-workers they have fabulous burgers, sausages, etc. I had a cheeseburger -- fantastic! Like an American burger
It was quite big, so I didn't finish it all, but I really enjoyed it. Much better than the Burger King next door. Had a mini mince pie, mulled wine and a small piece of cake at a children's party this afternoon, and some curry for dinner. Just tried smaller portions. I'm quite sure I went over my "points" limit, but not by a ton, and I'll be back on track for the week.
This works for me. Yes, the loss is a bit slower (1-2 pounds a week), but it keeps me sane. I've really struggled over the years, and sometimes still do, with eating disorders, over-exercise, and poor body image. In the past few years I've tried to be conscious of moderation, and be kinder to myself and not expect to look like Cindy Crawford. I mean, even Cindy Crawford doesn't look like "Cindy Crawford the Model" first thing in the morning! I saw her working out at my gym several years ago and thought "Well, yes, she's attractive, but she doesn't look like a supermodel." And she was there at 6 AM sweating her butt off. So, we all have to work at it to achieve whatever our goals are.
Cheers,
Stephanie
