I've noticed a fairly decent increase in my self-confidence through this turnaround period. Before, I would attribute this, 100%, to the weight loss/physical appearance. I don't think I can do that anymore. It's certainly a big part of it, I just know it's not everything. I spent some time in deep thought about this today. I'm not even sure I can put it into words right now.
My perspective and attitude has profoundly changed. It isn't completely "there." It's a work in progress. I'm beginning to think it will always be a work in progress. This is just part of the deal. All I know is, I feel good and confident. Part of this is because of the dramatic physical changes and part of it is because of mental/emotional changes in the self-image/identity department. The real test would be to gain back a bunch of weight and see how feel. But that would require relapse and regain. I'd rather not. I'll be happy as a work in progress.
I'm really into a routine and pattern with my calorie bank. I typically hit right around the same counts at certain times of the day. I try to always leave room for my #lastfoodofday. And I must say--It is quite the mental maneuver! Once I affix the hashtag, that's it. Try it! It certainly works for me.
My workout tonight was all cardio. Level 15 on the elliptical isn't easy for me. I was getting comfortable with 14, so I knew it was time to bump up the challenge, but wow...At 20 minutes I'm ready to call it good. I didn't. It requires me to get more into my music and movements. I'm certainly feeling it, all over.
#tbt Throwback Thursday. With Louie Anderson during my active stand-up days.
My Tweets Today:
Good Thursday morning! Dark roast coffee with sugar free hazelnut creamer. 30 cal per cup X 2 cups= 60 cal. pic.twitter.com/C9VVM0sRCy
� Sean Anderson (@SeanAAnderson) February 5, 2015Mozzarella omelet w/three whole eggs & two slices low-moisture part skim mozzarella. Golden delicious apple. 390 cal. pic.twitter.com/qn01RTmLDa
� Sean Anderson (@SeanAAnderson) February 5, 20152 cups. #wateraccountability pic.twitter.com/y6Q1kXsSJH
� Sean Anderson (@SeanAAnderson) February 5, 2015Fat free/sugar free bean (1.25 srvings) & cheese tostadas topped w/light sour cream (30g). Cara Cara orange. 455 cal. pic.twitter.com/dPSOFF203F
� Sean Anderson (@SeanAAnderson) February 5, 2015Homemade guacamole (102g avocado), 15g light sour cream, onions, tomato. 1/2 srv blue corn tortilla chips. 262 cal. pic.twitter.com/A5BBir6u9L
� Sean Anderson (@SeanAAnderson) February 6, 20151 cup unsweetened cashew milk. 25 cal. pic.twitter.com/Nxxp0JxIkY
� Sean Anderson (@SeanAAnderson) February 6, 2015Gluten free penne pasta (2oz), sugar free/organic tomato basil sauce (2 srvings), 2oz 96% lean beef. Apple. 420 cal. pic.twitter.com/4NRGk41zfv
� Sean Anderson (@SeanAAnderson) February 6, 2015Workout time. 2 cups water. #watertracking pic.twitter.com/CXbZm02izA
� Sean Anderson (@SeanAAnderson) February 6, 2015Post workout refill. 2 cups. #waterboss pic.twitter.com/Dy7aQDuXbA
� Sean Anderson (@SeanAAnderson) February 6, 2015Level 15 makes me rethink my decision to leave 14. It's challenging my endurance. #feelsgood #endorphinrush pic.twitter.com/xJCoIjo9bb
� Sean Anderson (@SeanAAnderson) February 6, 2015Love these yellow apples. Golden delicious! #lastfoodofday 80 cal. pic.twitter.com/jqWI6ePvs0
� Sean Anderson (@SeanAAnderson) February 6, 2015Just realized I'm a bottle short of my water goal. Bottoms up! 2 cups. #watertracking pic.twitter.com/7OzYF0iczW
� Sean Anderson (@SeanAAnderson) February 6, 2015Thank you for reading and your continued support,
Strength,
Sean
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