Teresa's Ponderings

After last meeting's slight gain I was determined to stay the course. I didn't want to get down and depressed over a .2 gain, which could be contributed to so many things, but especially the salty dinner I had the night before, and I didn't want to throw my current progress away because of a week long canoe trip, which would have been easy to do (Can you say, "s'mores?"). I'm working hard to build a lifestyle that I can sustain. That's important to me. Extreme food restrictions and radical exercise isn't feasible.  It was a windy, cold start to our trip, contrary to what this picture shows. Thankfully, this portion of Birch Lake was protected. We used our backpacking gear and went with a backpacking mentality with food also. Next Mile Meals makes wonderful Keto friendly meals that I truly enjoy, so dinner was easy. I prepackaged my shakes and simply added water for my breakfast. Lunches consisted of English muffins and peanut butter and jelly. I ne

I'm pretty proud of the choices I made this past week, especially considering there was a holiday thrown in there. With the 4th being on a Tuesday, it felt like celebrations started on Friday and just kept going.  I didn't eat or drink anything I'd regret the next day. I exercised regularly and can tell I'm getting stronger, especially in my arms.  I did end up gaining two-tenths of a pound. It is what it is and I'm planning on staying the course. My clothes are getting loose again and that's what matters to me most.  I won't be reporting next week. Curt and I are going on a canoe trip. I'll b back in 2 weeks to report in. 😊 View from a friend's dock. Just need a thumbnail. 😁