Ed Levine's Serious Diet, Week 32: Feeling Hopeful
I don't know why, but I'm feeling kind of optimistic about controlling my weight. Tonight, for example, I set out to eat half a burger, a salad, and a few fries for dinner. And I did it. And then, my wife came to my rescue when she came home and ate the other half of the burger. She saved me from myself and my worst impulses.
I managed to do the same thing for lunch. I avoided the bread basket, ate half my sandwich and a couple of pickles. The other serious eaters were thrilled, of course, when I brought back the other half of the sandwich—a magnificent chorizo, cole slaw, and cheddar combo—to SE HQ.
Anyway, two successful attempts at moderation have buoyed my spirits, and as I said, left me feeling hopeful. Of course that might change when I weigh in.
But you know what, the fact that I was able to limit my portions twice yesterday will help me in the coming days and weeks and years.
All right, it's time to hit the scale. It says 247, the same as when I hit the scale last week before I went away for the long weekend. I am still feeling optimistic, even hopeful. Stay tuned.
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6 Comments:
Ed, I am proud of you. I'm right there with you...wanting to control my obsession with food, needing to improve my portion control. You're post today inspired me. Thanks.
juliebugsmama at 9:45AM on 09/05/08
That's awesome! Portion control is what I've always believed in, never giving up eating the good stuff. Always just plan on eating half your meal. The other thing I believe in is that you take every day at a time. If you have a bad day, don't say "well that's it, there's no point in trying". Just start again at the next meal, and the next....
sarahdlr at 9:49AM on 09/05/08
I have to say, that if you're really serious about getting down from 247, portion control is good, but what you eat is at least just as important as how much.
You're not going to get very far eating burgers, fries, chorizo, cheese and other fat soaked foods. Cut back on meat, dairy and fast burning carbs like refined sugar and white flour, crank up the exercise, and you'll really see results.
We're rooting for you.
pinchus at 10:08AM on 09/05/08
i think that portion control really is the absolute hardest part of losing weight. i like exercising, and that generally keeps me at a steady weight, but over the last year I gained a few pounds, probably my metabolism slowing down a little, and i've been trying to lose three pounds. but portion control is just SO difficult when you go out to eat! i have kind of a food obsession as well, so i often keep eating even when i realize that i'm not hungry anymore. especially if you're dropping a few bucks on the meal, i wind up feeling like i need to get my money's worth! and leftovers just aren't the same. so good job on this ed! keep up the good work.
sarahlucy at 10:29AM on 09/05/08
Hang in there, Ed! Portion control really is the toughest part for me! I've been working on that. This month, I'm trying to try to eat more fresh, local produce and way less meat. So far, I'm already down a couple of pounds!
OneWallKitchen at 11:10AM on 09/05/08
One thing I know 100% about dieting is that the real fight is in trying to wrest control of your own brain.
Sounds like you're gonna manage it. Keep up the good fight, Ed!
Tokyorosa at 3:46PM on 09/05/08