Selkie wants to drop some blubber

[Selkiesaurus]

I've no clue if this forum is all that busy so my online diary might be short-lived.

I find I tend to get on better with "dieting" if I'm recording my food, however at the same time I seem to tread a thin line between recording and being obsessive so I'm aiming for an in-between approach this time.

Things I want to avoid at the moment:

• Calorie counting
• Committing to an exercise regime
• Strict diet
• Regular weigh-ins

Things I am planning to do at the moment:

• Try to have vegetable-based meals for lunch
• Ensure I get my 5 or more portions of fruit and veg a day
• Build up my fitness through regular exercise
• Limit junk food and take away meals
• Exercise more control over portion sizes
• Drink more water or herbal tea instead of fizzy juice

My issues is that I have a fondness for junk food and take away, I know I'll fail if I try to cut these things out initially. I also struggle with portion sizes so will be making more effort to consume the recommended amount rather than trying to eyeball portions of rice/pasta etc. I've been keeping a spreadsheet of meals so here I am for the first week.

 

[Zafira]

Hi Selkie , Welcome!
Looks good so far!
I also love junk food!
The aim is to have it in moderation, a little so you don't feel deprived, if you can do that you should be ok

 

[tipperary]

Wow your spreadsheet looks very organized. It can be quiet enough at times here but it's up to us to keep it moving

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