Halfway There May 22nd, 2010
One of the biggest things happening in my life right now is that I’m getting smaller. I’ve been well over a reasonable weight for about 15 years now. Recently, my wife Jessica and I have decided to make some changes and lose weight. I figured out what my weight should be and found that I needed to lose 100 pounds. It seemed an almost impossible task. But today, I hit the half way mark. That’s right… I’ve lost 50 pounds.
So the natural question most people ask is, “How?” So, here it is.
1) Diet. Specifically, the South Beach Diet. And for those who confuse that with the Atkins no-carb diet, it’s actually very different. I won’t go into all the details, but basically the only thing you cut out is sugar and white flour which basically breaks down into sugar in your blood. Beyond that it’s a lot of lean meats, fruits, vegetables, and complex carbs. (like whole grain breads and brown rice)
2) Eating less. It’s not easy. Truth is, this is the hardest part. It takes about 10 to 12 days of real effort but after that you just don’t need as much food. A few small snacks in the day help too because you’re not so hungry at meal times.
3) Exercise. I’ve tried the treadmill and have had some success, but it’s hard to maintain. For me, it’s been Disc Golf. I know that sounds corny, but it’s quicker and a lot cheaper than golf. Anyway, it’s a hobby and a sport, so it keeps my interest more than the treadmill.
That’s it, diet, eat less, and exercise. I know that’s a ground breaking and radical plan… but it’s working. Halfway there and 50 to go. I know the second half is harder than the first but I’m going to keep at it.
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