tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155895537104409247.post1321191349523691454..comments2024-01-09T01:45:20.738-07:00Comments on Beth's Super Awesome Blog: A Post-Holiday waistline.... Pre-Holidays!?Beth Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01069721676345700085noreply@blogger.comBlogger3125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155895537104409247.post-10567559235906057402011-11-18T11:21:39.899-07:002011-11-18T11:21:39.899-07:00Thanks so much for the encouragement ladies!! I r...Thanks so much for the encouragement ladies!! I really appreciate it, and it's so nice to know that I'm not alone. It really is a mental game, and a huge part of it is gettin' my mind in the right place! I know that I can do it!!! <br />:) <br />XOBeth Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01069721676345700085noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155895537104409247.post-87465700585645832852011-11-16T11:22:41.607-07:002011-11-16T11:22:41.607-07:00Remember what your blog is - Super Awesome and so ...Remember what your blog is - Super Awesome and so are you! May I suggest reading "The Body Ecology Diet" book. I don't follow it fully, but follow the guidelines. Our bodies will naturally slow down as we age, but our minds and definitely our desire to satiate our palates don't seem to. From the book I've learned what "watch what you eat" really means. Not just ok, I'm watching another slice of pizza go into my mouth. Simple rules like you should consume 80% greens/vegetables to 20% protein/carbs. Imagine what that looks like on your plate? It means several "sides" of veggies and a side salad and a small piece of protein or mac n' cheese. If you want another couple bites of mac n' cheese eat 3x as much in veggies and see how much more mac n' cheese you eat. Never eating protein and carbs together (let alone how tough that is on your body/pancreas to digest). Try not to consume corn, pototoes or protein together. If you have mashed potatoes no steak or corn on the cob and that will be your 20%. It's a known fact exercise alone is not as beneficial as if you combine with good eating habits. I always have an apple before a handful (or whole bag) of potato chips. Simple little rules that take discipline, but ultimately shows you're "growing up". Also a couple of years ago I ditched the car and got on a bike and I don't care about midnight nachos or breakfast burritos anymore!Annehttp://www.buddha-bellies.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155895537104409247.post-72264166558137623652011-11-15T17:45:27.034-07:002011-11-15T17:45:27.034-07:00Beth - I just want to tell you that you're not...Beth - I just want to tell you that you're not alone! We all (even though some might not admit it) struggle with body issues. I have found that I'm extremely critical of myself, and am constantly aware of my body -- and not in a good way. It's hard not to always compare yourself to other people, too. For me, it's all mental. When I exercise, I feel SO much better, physically and emotionally. While it's hard to get motivated, especially when you're tired and down on yourself, just think about how good you'll feel after. And finally, I am definitely not a proponent of denying yourself. If I want a slice of pie, I eat a slice of pie. I guess it's just all about moderation...and moderation takes time and willpower! Just remember that you are a creative, talented, beautiful person, inside and out!Annahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01803896043899846777noreply@blogger.com