Ten in 10 – Week 4 Update

I must admit, I have been dreading this week’s Ten in 10 update, but nevertheless, here it is…

You see, on paper, it looks like I have been doing really well with my Ten in 10 goals. I have done a fantastic job at exercising regularly and making some pretty healthy meals.  I have even done pretty well at keeping a positive attitude and not obsessing over the scale.  However, in reality, I haven’t really been seeing any results. I guess you could say that I’m gradually getting into better shape from all of the workouts.  But other than that, I feel like I’m stuck.

My biggest struggle throughout the for weeks has been, and still continues to be, what I’m eating.  I make healthy meals, but find myself snacking on junk in between meals.  I have tried to cut back on having too many carb-heavy meals in a day, but seem to be drawing a blank on what to make in the protein department.

Don’t get me wrong – I haven’t given up, but I guess I am starting to lose steam. I think it’s definitely time to re-read Naturally Thin and make sure I’m being really conscious of what I’m eating and how I’m eating.  I refuse to start counting calories or go on a crazy diet. I’ve done it in the past, and it doesn’t work for me – not long term, at least.

So, in an attempt to re-evaluate and stay positive, here’s what I’ll be working on during the next week:

  • Create a meal plan with dinners that incorporate lots of lean protein and vegetables.
  • Try to cut down on portion sizes, especially when it comes to snacks and carbs.
  • Plan and prepare healthy snacks for each day to avoid snacking sweets or on whatever’s around.
  • Avoid lots of leftover sweets – freeze extra cookie dough instead of baking entire batch, only make small amounts of desserts, give extras away to friends/neighbors, etc.

Alright, so there you have it.  I’ll be back next week with another update… Hopefully a more positive one.

In the meantime, how’s the challenge going for you?

7 comments

  1. I tend to only make 1/2 or 1/4 of most sweets recipes, but I still end up eating most of it if I can’t give it away!

    On another note, I hate your bbq shredded beef in my crock pot right now. It smells SO GOOD!! :)

  2. jenn says:

    Keep at it, Jen! I know there will be those tuny struggles, but I ‘m sure it not something that you can’t handle. What was that phrase “I think I can, I think I can” and you can. ;-D

  3. Trix says:

    I bet you’re just being too hard on yourself. Maybe read Skinny Bitch in the Kitch for inspriation? I haven’t read it, bu it’s vegan and supposedly has tons of low fat healthy and delicious ideas – including proteins, if you’re stuck! Also check out Cookin’ Canuck’s roasted chick peas – best snack ever and all protein!

  4. Hang in there Jen. At least you are eating healthy meals and it’s just the snacks that you need to work on. I am sure it’s just a temporary glitch and soon you will be back in the swing of things.

  5. Very interesting book suggested!
    Keep on doing well! ;)

  6. Fuji Mama says:

    It’s really inspiring to read your honest assessment of your progress and struggles! You go girl!

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