Week 9 is done and so is the April Challenge. The challenge winner will get a great prize package including a signed Chef Verati cook book (he's one of the chefs in our IP videos and comes up with a bunch of recipes for special occasions and everyday life), a free week of food, and several spa services from the clinic. I think I heard the total at upwards of $500 value!!!
That was such a motivator! There were times that knowing about the big prize package on the line kept me honest. There were a few times (Easter, a work celebration, and 2 weddings!) where I just wanted a taste of something, but I stayed strong. I don't know if I'll win (its based on percentage weight loss for the month plus extra credit)) but I'm really proud of how I was able to handle everything. I did really good for the month so no matter what, I'm a winner. But I'd love to be a winner with a signed copy of Chef Verati's cook book :)
I know there are going to be days in the future where I am more tempted. I'm sure once I get to maintenance the temptation to just "eat what I want" for a day will be strong. There are things I miss - bread, milk, real chocolate, deep dish pizza. I mean I am happy with the substitutes I've found and they do keep me fairly content. But once the restrictions are gone, maybe I won't be.
But I have a little ways to go before I need to be planning for maintenance. I want to just keep focused on the here and now and live each day to the fullest
Week 9 Progress: -2.6
Total: -29.7
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