I will update this more later, but I need to get it on paper NOW. My task list overfloweth, but this is important.
I need some kind of plan to hold on to. I need rules to rely on when I can’t think straight enough to make good decisions. If I outline something for myself, I am set. But flexibility can throw me completely off track.
I’m putting myself on this plan for 14 days. Fourteen days. Each day counts.
I need to get out of the processed food habit. I need to eat my kiwi and yogurt instead of the chocolate cake. I need to think clearly. For me to think clearly, I need to “detox” myself from those foods. I need to kick the cake, withdraw from the habits… and gain my sanity back. This is out of control.
1. What I Will Eat: any fruits and veggies (no white taters), whole grains (except pasta- sub rice), beans, yogurt, low-fat milk oatmeal, eggs…. no excessive oils, anything fried (duh!), cake, protein bars, cheese, etc…
2. I will track every bite. 1,400 calories. There is no reason for me to make excuses of why I went over. Enough said. (although with these foods, I doubt I’ll even need to go over)
3. Schedule exercise in. Stop pushing it to last. I haven’t been able to do it. Priority.
4. Plan my snacking.
5. Work on getting more sleep. (I would love to.)
14 days. I mean it. Starting in 7 hours with my oatmeal, this plan begins. I can’t keep eating crazy amounts of food and then cry when none of my jeans will fit me. When I’ve wanted anything else, I’ve worked for it. Now I will step up here.
Fourteen days. Then I will see if I want to put massive amounts of cake into my body.
This plan means goodbye to these babies!
Update: Here’s some details- Can cook fruits and veggies- just not in tons of oil. Feel free to bake, steam or grill. Three tablespoons of a light dressing can be used each day.
Creating Diva joined in the 14 Day Challenge with me. Are you in?
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I’m doing this with you!! I totally need to get out of the processed fast food habit. Well since I don’t have a kitchen, I do eat cooked food in the cafeteria once in a while but thats different from grabbing pizza hut or taco bell or whatever. So yes, I’m going off quick eating fast food/processed food..for fourteen days! Lets do this ashley!!
You can do it!! It will be hard at first, but you CAN do it!! “If” you were to screw up a meal, don’t lose your focus, read your blog entry again, and make the next meal count. You can totally do this girl!! I am rooting for you!!
LivingtoFeelGood- Thank you for the support. “If” something happens, I will come back here, read my post.. and then read your comment! I did this once before and felt GREAT.
CreatingDiva- Awesome! It really does “refocus” your eating and habits. But when I did it last, I definitely experienced withdrawals. I will add the details and the fact that you joined me to the post now. Yay!
Wow – good luck
It is not an easy task 
You can do it!
One of my most favourite snacks is all-natural peanut butter spread on bananas; I highly recommend it if you’re craving something kind of sweet and salty. Also! Slicing an apple in half and microwaving it for a short amount of time with a bit of cinnamon sprinkled on is super good (you don’t even need sugar because the apple is so sweet).
I’m very happy that other people are partaking in a challenge similar to mine:)
Ok, a few things. First, congratulations on getting the resolve to change your habits.
It’s not easy.
however:
1. For you, I think those cals are far too low to lose weight. You are 5’9″ or so, right? And you exercise a lot. I think you should check out this site: http://forum.bodybuilding.com/forumdisplay.php?f=14 < --- It's taught me a lot-- and the people on the forum know SO MUCH about fitness and nutrition; it's an awesome resource. :)
and 2.
peanut butter is healthy! I know, it’s tough to “go easy” on.
Good luck hon, I know you can do it!
-Julia
LoveofOats- My eating is basically this anyway. Minus the cake and cookies “just because they’re there.” Thanks!
Sagan Morrow- I eat all of that already! I will bake a bunch of apple slices at a time and top them with a bit of yogurt. And with the banana and PB, I dare you to freeze then slice the banana and eat with PB. Seriously, you’ll be hooked.
Julia- Thanks for the link. I’m going to play with my calorie range a bit. And peanut butter is good for you! And so are other things. I’m just using this to get me back to a healthy, clear mind and body. I will surely have some PB with my banana in 15 days!
I think you have a great plan laid out before you. cutting out that processed food will do wonders because you will no longer crave it, and its easier to stay on track. I think what you said about making every day count is so great too. I know you can do it!