Well a week of bad choices balanced with better ones has put me back on track. This morning I weighed in at 216. I did not drastically cut calories to "make up" for overages. I consistently ate 1200-1300 calories everyday if not more. It puts me within a pound of my lowest weigh in so far (215 last Friday). I'm starting May a week behind, but I've learned a lot this week.
I strayed off the path and found my way back. I didn't let frustration and disappointment take hold. Alcohol isn't worth the calorie intake. I need to make better dining out plans and stick with them. I was also pleasantly surprised at my anxiety (or lack thereof) over the scale. Although I was frustrated at my own will power the number on the scale didn't upset me as much as a I expected.
I went to the gym yesterday, and will also go today. My left hip is still giving me trouble. I'm not sure what to do about it. Hopefully walking and stretching can strengthen it.
My recipe today is a copycat. I am obsessed with Starbucks Very Berry Hibiscus refresher. Only 35 calories per serving, caffinated, and delicious. At 4 bucks for a grande it gets a little pricey. HEB has a no calorie diet green tea sweetened with honey that makes a good base substitute. Brew a pot of hibiscus tea and mix with the HEB tea. Toss in a selection of fresh berries and leave in the fridge to fuse. I made my first batch with jasmine rather than hibiscus. It's OK. The hibiscus is better.
Refreshing, light, sweet, and low calorie. I'm calling it a win.
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