Fighting Mad!

Today I am fighting mad. I know I have gained weight over the past couple of months but I wasn't really paying attention to how much and of course, I wasn't being very honest with myself about my eating. A few weeks ago my brother moved out and took his scale with him. While I do not live and die by the number on the scale, it is a physical reminder of where I am at and it serves as a motivator for me to make good choices. This morning I tried on a pair of pants that I haven't worn in a while and they were way too small. I didn't have a scale to see how much I have gained, but I sure know I am not where I want to be.

I decided that I would buy a scale at lunch today and I have gained 15 lbs from my lowest point in September last year. Now, to be truthful, the lowest point happened as a result of me not eating much during my separation but I am still bumming that I have gained a good 10 lbs from what I would consider close to my ideal weight. So, I am using this anger to fuel my weight loss again because I know how to do this. And I don't want it to take forever either!

Reality sucks sometimes and I suppose I needed to be reminded that just because I lost the weight once, it doesn't mean I am immune to gaining it all back. And with that in mind, I am jumping back on track with a vengeance and I will see this weight go away in short order!

Today's food so far:
Chobani yogurt (140 calories)
Spinach salad with oil and vinegar (200 calories)
Orange (75 calories)

Exercise:
30 minutes elliptical (300 calories burned)