I couldn't write another word about the BFC because I knew in my heart I'd be a hypocrite, and I was back on "sugar". Think of a junkie needing a fix. You see I am a carb addict, and after hitting the 5 months, 22lb. down mark, I began to venture out a little here, and then a little there. I eventually disappeared from my accountability as a Blogger following the BFC. It took five months to lose 22 lb. and three month to go from 165lb. to 175lb. , a weight gain of ten pounds! Just when I had only thirty more pounds to go to reach my one year goal. I have failed for this season, and now the road will take longer to reach.
These extra ten pounds are reminding me of why I started the Belly Fat Cure in the first place. My poor feet are feeling the pain from walking all day on concrete on my job. I've also gone up two pant sizes since I let go of the BFC. The little cheats that I thought I could maintain within my lifestyle as a bit of a reward are beginning to strangle me quite literally around the waistband. My morning favorite is having a nice cold Carmel Frappe once a week, and my weekend Fruit Crepes that I feel I can't live without are killing me, and bringing back my belly bulge with a vengeance. Believe me tight waist bands are no laughing matter! Ouch! It's much better to have pants falling off than to be in the throws of jeans that quiet literally squeeze the air out of you, and grip your belly button tell you want to scream uncle!
I still remember the rules of the BFC, and half ass follow them, but it's the foods that I am unwilling to let go of that seem to be tripping me up. I'd like to blame it on my age; that it is so hard to lose weight!When I am following the BFC I can lose 2 lb. a week when I'm keeping my food journal up to date, taking my probiotics, and following the rules of the BFC (as mentioned in my previous blog). That's pretty good for this ol' gal seeing as how I am too tired to exercise after work. I maintain a physically demanding job throughout the week, and a house that demands attention when I get home.
To make a long story short I need the BFC/Fast Track in my life and I need this great bunch of gals who help when the journey gets tough. I'm going to try again and make shorter goals this time to see if this helps free me from my carb overloading nature. Please chime in if the mood strikes!
