I'm struggling a bit

[LookingForward]

I've been having a bad time of things for the past 2 weeks. For NINE out of the past 13 days I've been over my carb limit (not significantly, but still over), and yesterday it was more than ever. (I had 30 carbs when I should only be having 20.) The worst part is, I even had 2 cheat foods. I justified it because I know they're allowable on later rungs/phases of Atkins, but SHEESH I reallllllllllly need to reign it in! I'm seeing the beginning of a pattern of spiraling out of control. I don't want to gradually slip into something that's going to reverse the direction on the scale, so I plan to start getting a tighter grip on my eating starting today. I'm SOOOO unhappy with myself, how could I "reward" my awesome 45 pound milestone with such recklessness? Ridiculous! I think I got over-confident about my success and my metablisum due to the fact that I had a 5 pound whoosh while I was on vacation visiting family, during a week when I was struggling more than EVER BEFORE to stay on plan and eat right, and I had less exercise that week than usual as well. Somewhere in my subconscious I thought, if I can lose 5 pounds on an OFF week, maybe I don't have to be so strict. Ugh!

Somebody preach to me, and preach good, I need a serious wakeup call. Does anyone have any suggestions of how to get some daily accountability in my eating and exercise?

[Elizellen]

Re: I'm struggling a bit

Have you thought of moving on to OWL lower rungs to increase your food choice options?

[LookingForward]

Re: I'm struggling a bit

Well, I'd planned to wait until I hit 200 pounds to start my OWL climb, but maybe I should reconsider doing it sooner. I'm not sure. I'm really VERY nervous about starting OWL because it's a step into the unknown, whereas I KNOW how my body handles induction foods and how well I can do on it. I've really liked knowing what to expect so far, and hesitant to mess with it.

[cypressgirl]

Re: I'm struggling a bit

I think OWL is absolutely your best option. You sound just like me before I hit my recent skid. You have got to allow yourself more variety and more flexibility.

If moving up the rungs scares you, maybe you should pre-plan for the week as to which veggie you are going to allow and such. That way you aren't standing in front of the fridge with no plan. Just approach OWL with all of the diligence that you showed during the two week induction. Nothing can be that tough again, right?

Once you get in there you will be so glad that you did. We have all been here through your loss so far and I am sure everyone is just as impressed by you and proud of you as I am. You absolutely can do this! You deserve to be the thinner, healthier you that is waiting around the corner. Don't lose sight of her!

[Kate113]

Re: I'm struggling a bit

You've done so well! Don't make excuses now to go off plan. The excuses are the beginning of that spiral downwards. Once is all it takes to screw up everything you've accomplished. Now stop making excuses, drink your water and get that body moving! I have confidence in you...you need to have confidence in yourself! You can do this!

(Was that any good? lol)

[changing]

Re: I'm struggling a bit

OWL is the best! Seriously, I recommend it... you don't have to move through the rungs quickly at all either... you could ostensibly stay at rung 1 (extra veggies) for 1-2 months before venturing upwards.

OWL rules. Come on, try it. You know you want to. Think of the extra spaghetti squash!

[JandLsMom]

Re: I'm struggling a bit

it definitely seems like your at the point of needing variety. Rather than ending up going off plan..its best to move into OWL

[Analog6]

Re: I'm struggling a bit

Move to OWL. You will still lose weight at a good rate and there is so much variety. It's a joy being able to have nuts a couple of times a week when I know I've got an extra long day. You won't regret it.