So, for the last 4 weeks, I’ve changed radically what I eat and the amount of exercise I do. And, I’m pleased to report it has had an affect! Firstly, I’ve cut out all of the crap I eat. I’ve also changed the volume too. For example, sticking to the recommended portion sizes for cereal. Have you ever looked at the side of the cereal box and read what they state for portion size. I’d routinely fill my bowl with flakes and tuck in. Weigh a portion, you’ll soon get used to how much you need. One sandwich round instead of two for lunch and lots of fruit and vegetables during the day.
I now eat little and often. This stuff works! Most of us know what we should eat, but you need to find out what the calorie content of your food is so you know approximately what you are eating each day.
Exercise is so important. I swim 3 or 4 times a week. I run and I use the exercise bike. When I started swimming, I struggled up and down for 16 lengths, completely knackered at the end of it. Now 4 weeks later, I’ll do 34 lengths, half of which are front crawl. Hell, I feel like Michael Phelps!
What has all this exercise and watching what you eat meant. Well, I’m definitely fitter. I feel well. And, importantly, I’ve lost weight. I stated at 86.2KG, I’m now 84.1KG. 2.1KG (4.5lbs) in 4 weeks. I’ve set a target, very important and I know, if I continue doing what I’m doing, I’ll get there. I do miss the cookies though!!
