Fateau

I have alluded previously to my low-carb diet. I cut out starchy foods and sugar on December 1st. It was really effective. I dropped 35 lbs. in just a few months. I feel and look better than I have since Tobin was born last April.

What I have tried to do here is show a comparison-- last October (pre-diet) and last month (in the throes of low-carb dieting). I was looking for a body shot-- but let's face it, who takes a picture of themselves while they're fat? I hope you can tell at least a little difference-- I tend to have chubby cheeks regardless of my weight.

Now, if you will please notice that I said it was really effective. The past month, I have been in a stage that every dieter hates-- PLATEAU. It is a vicious cycle:

1. I see no positive changes on the scale
2. I lose motivation
3. I make homemade oreos and butterfinger bars
4. I EAT said delicious treats
5. I lose no more weight. (repeat steps 2-5)

I used to be above cravings. I am no longer above them. Instead of craving something like-- an apple, or a slice of whole wheat bread, my body decides it NEEDS chocolate.

This is kind of embarrassing, but I decided to post about my diet to motivate myself. I am re-committing to losing another 20 lbs. or so. I would like to lose another 10 by my birthday (end of June). I am tracking my progress on a chart at the bottom of the page. Wish me luck!