Hi all!

I'm so sorry I haven't been as responsive. I consider myself to be a very health concious person, but the changes in my diet, which have been strong choices, have been really affecting me.

Some good. Some ok. I had to make some drastic decisions regarding my lifestyle. I had no idea how much sugar I had taken in and it's taking a lot of energy to literally consider everything I am and should be putting in my body. It's been a real struggle and mentally draining. I know I can do it, though. In the time I've been on this program, I have noticed considerable results. Due to amping up my workouts, I'm considerably stronger and am feeding my body now the necessary protein it craves. I'm trying to get as creative as possible with the foods I'm eating. The last thing I wanted to do when joining a diet plan (which is why I wouldn't opt for weight watchers, for example) is stick to a few bland foods..egg whites and turkey and water. Blah! So, it's about getting as creative as possible with the healthy choices I'm making and portion control.

It's hilarious because everyone is giving Mayor Bloomberg grief about his new policy of banning supersized drinks. All I have to say is someone had to do it and Go Bloomberg! :) Poor thing has taken a hit. People in this country are used to SOOO much food and if we learned portion control, we'd drastically reduce the obesity epidemic. Good for him for taking a stand. We still have tons of rights in our country. We are still very, very free. Once we stop feeling entitled with our supersized massive meals feeling like we have to eat like kings, we'll be in a much better place.

Anyway, my current plan:

I've been working out at the gym for at least 30 min 5 days out of the week and dance on the weekends for an hour each. I also walk everywhere, being a New Yorker, and why not with this gorgeous summer weather. So I feel I'm getting a tremendous amount of exercise.

Eating wise, my trainer and I have been scrutinizing my diet plan. Equally, I'm back to taking my vitamins and supplements regularly, so that's helping too.

Basically, it's getting as much lean protein and veges as I can in every meal and when adding carbs and fruits, using major portion control.

Would love to hear any feedback if you're on your own plan. Any accomplishments or pitfalls. Please share with me on this journey.

Thanks all. Happy Monday! It's going to be a great week!