Getting Happier and Healthier '09/10 entry 3

Yes Yes yes I did it again, I said weekly updates but yet again this is a two week update. I do however promise over the next little while more regular updates.

So since I last checked in with all of you I have unfortunately gone up 1 lb from 194-195 that moves me to an even 10lbs away from my goal of 185 but I am still down 12 lbs from my starting weight of 207lbs. The past two weeks have been harder for me to stay healthy, as I have done quite a bit more mindless snacking, and overeating at meal times, not too mention just making less than healthy meal choices at times. I can however say that I have though been doing my best to try and stay as active as possible by walking when and where possible, though sometimes a bit of a challenge when your entire city is a winter wonderland, frozen and snow covered ha ha, but I've been doing my best. Also I have been for the most part been balancing out the bad eats with good eats and drinks. I have been eating a lot more fresh fruits and veggies these past few weeks (especially greens) and certainly in the past week my water consumption has gone up from very minimal to adequate to very good water consumption.

These next couple weeks, but this week especially will be a big one for me in the challenging department as I have 3 Christmas/Christmasy dinners that I'll be attending on The 24-26 all sure to be filled with yummy foods, and great wines/beers. For me this will be the big test of my self control in my weight loss/healthy lifestyle challenge, but I'm very optimistic that so long as I maintain the right mindset I'll be able to succeed.

Wish me luck, just as I wish all of you doing the same luck this upcoming week, and beyond.

One final thought in the spirit of being happier: Take time this Holiday Season to spend time with friends and family and take comfort in one another, take time to enjoy rather than stressing over the little things in life.

To all reading this:
Have a safe and Happy Holiday Season

-Ben-