Part One<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I can hear the gears grinding already. The \u201cEasy First Five Pounds\u201d? Be serious. You are laughing now and saying, \u201cThere are no easy pounds to lose\u201d. Oh, but you can lose weight without dieting and without changing your life style very much. Did you get that? You do not have to do very much. But, you have to do something.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Now for all you doubters I want to provide a little disclaimer and a peek into how I look at life. First, this plan is based on eating what I believe are good foods. I am not a dietician or doctor but I try to cover the four food groups and eat sensibly. I try to listen to my body and eat what I\u2019m craving as long as they fall into the \u201cgood category\u201d. I rarely eat candy bars anymore but I do eat protein bars that are often chocolate and peanut butter flavor, fill my need for protein and satisfy my desire for something sweet. I try to think outside of my normal diet for things that can be good for me but still satisfy. Mixing chocolate protein powder with skim milk in a blender makes a high protein meal and a dessert all in one. Try it. It is delicious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The other thing I want to emphasize is that I don\u2019t diet. I adapt my lifestyle to help me feel good and get to where I want to be. Sure I am cutting back on calories, but what I really have done is change the way I live on a permanent basis. I have cut way back on salad dressing and butter for example. They contain lots of empty calories and a little goes a long way. I am always looking for ways to change my lifestyle for the better instead of looking for something temporary. Finally, I am a creature of habit. It is just the way I am hardwired. I often eat the same things are day for days on end. I believe repetition helps regulate my cravings for bad foods, but you might need more variety than me. That is fine. We each should be able to adapt our lifestyle for our own best use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To be Continued. Stay Tuned for Part Two <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Thanks for reading. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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