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Good morning!
Yesterday was AWESOME!
I had my first day as a "weight loss teacher", and it went really well. I loved doing it.
I had 10 sign-ups for the class originally, and two more showed up on the day, making it a FULL, SOLD OUT CLASS! That's the way to go! :)
Yesterday I was a little nervous about it all, actually probably more excited, but never scared of it. I know what I want to teach, and I think I have a reasonably good approach to it for a "first-timer".
The group was super - all but one were women, most around my age, and everyone was eager to ask questions and pitch in with experiences. We talked a lot about different systems and how and why they work (and why they don't always work), and why I would like for them to use a website to count calories.
They're all keen on doing this - as I expected they would - and as a group they have set a goal of losing a total of 70 kgs - about 150 lbs - over the next three months.
They're keen on doing this in a group setting, so that we both do a little teaching, a weigh-in session AND "group therapy" in one setting. This of course makes my teaching MUCH easier, and I think it'll be even more efficient. They get to share the last week's experiences, and everyone will learn from each other. Pretty much what we do here on FatSecret. My main job will be to put in a little bit of new knowledge, keep them on track, kill the "bad info", and of course ease them in the right direction.
At the same time, it gives me a chance to sit in with my group. I need that same focus for me, and have a commitment to do right. I feel that this motivates me to do so.
I can't wait to see how they did next week - if they're off to a good start, or if there is trouble. I think the first is the more likely scenario. :)
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I did good myself yesterday. I ate what I was supposed to eat, and I am doing well on my new, self-imposed "Walk-the-walk-diet". It's all about me doing that I know I'm supposed to do, kick that sugar addiction out the door, and do right. Yesterday was no problem at all. I'll keep going today and do good.
I think it's super important for me to do right, especially while I'm teaching this. I can't be up there talking the talk without following through walking the walk. Hence the name I gave this part of my journey.
If I am not in it, I lose experience, I gain weight and it's no good. I gotta be there.
I was looking at my weight history yesterday. I see how it bounces up and down, and I really don't like it. I really want to be lighter, and even if I know that there is a lot of fluid weight, I have a feeling that the weight is sneaking up on me beneath that.
It might just be paranoia, but I have a clear feeling that I haven't be giving this my all, and I really want to change that.
The sugar addiction is a tough one to beat, though. I know many of you can side with me on this.
I had it kicked for SO long, but it has slowly come back to me. For me, it's simply better to not touch it, but it's difficult. I will keep doing what I am doing, and hope that in no TOO long it will be gone by itself. For me, it's a matter of finding something to replace the sugar, and I can easily use sweeteners for that. It works for me.
My smoothies help me when I really want something. Natural sugar, with a little sweetener added, depending what fruits I use. It taste great, I make a large - but low calorie - portion and I is super deliscious. For me, that's the way to go.
So, today is another busy day.
I have my first meeting today at 8:00 AM. I gotta be at work just a few minutes before. I have two interviews. I have a doctor's appointment. I gotta go pick up some music gear. Damn.
I slept horrible last night, so it will be a day with dragging feet. I hope I make it through okay. :)
I have equipped myself with two huge apples if I get munchy - which I can get when I am sleepy. I hope I can keep on track. What am I talking about? Of course I can!
Today, I am thankful for:
- An awesome day teaching! This will be SO MUCH FUN!
- Morning coffee. Oh, boy do I need it.
Life is good. :)
Diet Calendar Entries for 04 September 2012:
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1030 kcal
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Fat: 51.88g | Prot: 62.39g | Carb: 79.38g.
Breakfast: Salami, Rye Bread (Reduced Calorie), Egg. Lunch: Mixed Vegetables (Drained Solids, Canned), Chicken Drumstick (Skin Not Eaten). Dinner: White Potatoes (Flesh and Skin), Pork Backribs. more...
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2961 kcal
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Activities & Exercise:
Walking (moderate) - 3/mph - 45 minutes, Sleeping - 8 hours, Desk Work - 6 hours, Standing - 1 hour, Sitting - 8 hours and 15 minutes. more...
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