I Cheated and It Felt So Good

Ok, I'm not too ashamed to admit it…I had a weak moment and I acted on it. I had not 1 but 4 delicious chocolate candy bars this week…and they tasted so GOOD.

For those just tuning in, last week I made a decision to go on a junk food fast for 30 days. Specially, I agreed to cut all sweets/treats out of my diet and only eat meals that I have made myself (i.e. no eating out, fast foods, etc.).

Of course, like all diets or eating plans the first few days were a synch; I had no problems, no temptations, and no real struggles. Everything seemed so easy until suddenly it wasn't anymore. As the week progressed, I began having some stressful moments, disappointments, long days, sleepless nights, you know, that "dealing with life" stuff.

It's not an excuse and I am in no way trying to justify my actions, but in my moment of weakness I realized something…the reason I failed so easily is because I set-up an unrealistic expectation for myself. While it was a brave thought, going cold turkey wasn't the most effective decision to make. I am not saying it's impossible, but I know myself. If I had really been honest with myself from the beginning, I would've set an easier standard to follow which would've made it harder for me to fail. Sometimes I get too excited and forget that I must walk before I run.

So with that said, I am going back to the drawing board. I am still sticking to my junk food fast, HOWEVER, instead of cutting it completely out for 30 whole days, I will fast during the week and allow myself a small treat during the weekend. And to hold myself accountable, I will keep a picture diary of my meals everyday during the week to prove I followed through on a healthier eating plan. I will even post them on my FB, Twitter and Instagram for extra accountability inspiration.

I know it will be hard but I am excited for take two. Because another thing I learned this week is that no matter how difficult or crazy life gets, you always have the power to get through it. I may have I cried, thrown some things, came kicking and screaming, but through it all…I made it through another week! Friday came just like it always does and I will continue to press forward until I find my fit body.

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Until next time Zum-buddies…

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