Monday, October 29, 2012

Weight loss-eating plan

I have finally found a way to make myself accountable.  I have stressed myself out about my weight to the point where it became a vicious cycle.  I became self conscious, I ate because I gave up on myself and my efforts to lose weight, and I became frustrated.  I had prayed about this situation.  I beccame more grateful.  Being grateful does wonders for a person and thankfully, no one is immune.  It has brought a new perspective on things, including my health.  Stress hasn't accomplished anything but frustration and a downturn in my overall health.  I have learned to be proactive and put my plan in motion.  I also have to be consistent and follow my plan.  I finally have a plan customized for me, which will make my journey smoother, though I realize it won't be easy.
Below is my own eating and weight loss plan:
Meals :
breakfast
lunch
dinner
snack 1
snack 2
snack 3
snack 4

Calories per day
October 21-November 3                           2150 calories
November 4-November 17                       2000 calories
November 18-December 1                        1900 calories
December 2-December 15                        1800 calories
December 16-December 29                      1700 calories
December 30-January 12, 2013                1600 calories
January 13,2013 and later                         1500 calories

Exercise
October 21-October 27                              20 min, 4 days a week
October 28-November 3                            30 min, 5 days a week
November 4-November 17                        30 min, 6 days a week
November 18-December 1                         45 min, 5 days a week
December 2-December 15                         45 min, 6 days a week
December 16-December 29                       60 min, 5 days a week
December 30 and later                               60 min, 6 days a week

Number of carbs
October 21-November 3                             300
November 4-November 17                         290
November 18-December 1                          280
December 2-December 15                          270
December 16-December 29                        260
December 30-January 12, 2013                  250
January 13,2013 and later                           less than 250

Sodium mg per day
October 21-November 3                            3500 mg
November 4-November 17                        3000 mg
November 18 and later                              2500 mg

My own pyramid food plan
5 servings of fruits
5 servings of vegetables
4 servings of dairy and grains
3 servings of meats
3 servings of proteins
1 serving or 2 ounces of sweets, fats, and oils
6-8oz. glasses of water per day

Now that I have written down my plan in detail, I have also learned to plan my meals in advance.  Writing down a journal such as myfitnesspal.com have been helpful.  Also, it is best to weigh yourself first thing in the morning, at least once or twice a week.  It is always best to weigh oneself on an empty stomach.  So far, the plan has worked.  There will be some difficulties along the way, but I know that I can lose the weight I wish to lose.

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