TOPS Week 30

This week I have proven that you CAN exercise your way to a no-weight-gain-week while having a bad diet. Ugh

I'm just thankful I didn't gain.

I knew I wasn't being smart with my choices. Last night's dinner had a high amount of salt and I opted this morning to wear the exact same clothing I had worn last week so I had a true apple to apple record.

Things I'm proud of this week:


I did a high amount of walking. I tried to walk everywhere I could and even did some hiking. 

But this week also had Caleb's birthday in it. (hello birthday cake!) and a little bit of stress, which caused me to dig for as much bad-for-me food as I could find. I *have* to figure out a better way to deal with stress. Ugh. 

See you next week!

Comments

  1. Wendi (Tie-dye)October 13, 2022 at 9:29 AM

    It's so hard at times to tell the brain to stay away from the cake.... the fat dripping Wendy's burger, the Lucky Charms, the brownies 🤤.... you get the point. Lately I've been wanting to stuff my face with cake icing but keep reminding myself that I'd be sabotaging myself. I've lost a significant amount since August and I don't want to go back to where I was. I was miserable, sluggish, depressed about how I felt and looked....I hated myself and my life. My life may still suck at times but at least I can physically feel better in spite of it. I don't want to be like that ever again.

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    1. Ebert97October 13, 2022 at 12:20 PM

      I know exactly what you mean. I have been there SO often! Congratulations on your loss and for making wise choices!!!

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