Since I was young, I've always said to myself, .'I am never going on a diet.' Not that I have anything against diets...it was more of a rebellion against conforming to the societal perfect body image,or family pressures, or the fear that I'd do it and then yo-yo.
So I've spent the last 10 Years trying to be healthy... and work on my self image by being comfortable with myself no matter what size.
I never did get there however. I won't begin to tell you how many nights I've cried myself to sleep, angry that I don't fit into my family's body types, sad that I am not at a healthy BMI and discouraged that my exercise plan with personal trainer and attending Weight watchers wasn't working.
When I started Ideal Protein , I was quite discouraged that I had caved and started a 'diet'. However, I am proud that i found something that is helping me reach my goals and I do enjoy meeting with my coach on a weekly basis one on one.
I was sad at first that I broke my stance. But after 10 years, I have changed my mind. Sometimes a diet is helpful. The strict nature can be helpful boundaries and the results and support Encourage me to keep going even on those hot summer days when I'd really like an ice cream.
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