Day 344

238.  As I said earlier a year ago it was 258.  I'm rather impressed that it wasn't a bigger number this morning considering the last three weeks.  I guess the holiday treats weren't as bad as I thought.  Ha okay stop right there. See that's the mindset I have to combat this year.  The holiday treats may not have been really bad but they are still bad.  The working out is good but food has to be a bit more controlled.  I just read the ultimate formula for weight loss.  Calories in minus calories out equals weight loss.  So if my workout expends 300 calories I'd better not eat that whole pizza in one sitting.  If I'm not counting calories (and I'm not) I'd better get my act together as far as portion control is concerned.  I think I'm putting that formula on my refrigerator, so I see it whenever I open the door.  Here's how I did today:

Breakfast: Cherry Pie Larabar and 20oz of cold water.

After workout meal: Two egg frattata with broccoli, onion, quinoa, tomato and a slice of turkey on a skinny bun with almond butter.

After eating the meal I went to REI and picked up a water bottle with a straw attachment.  I'm now set for one of my 2013 goals (not a resolution!).  I also purchased some new biking gloves.  My old pair have been around for about 20 years so they needed to be replaced.  These are a bit fancier but they are padded like my old pair.  I look forward to my first ride wearing them!

Dinner: Went a bit off the reservation for dinner.  Had 6 bacon wrapped scallops, 10 onion rings, 8 breaded shrimps.  Also had a turkey burger with bacon and guacamole on toasted whole wheat bread.  So definitely broke the moderation rule. Also the weight loss formula. ;(  I will say though I didn't feel bloated full just full.  More adult beverages and holiday treats.  Can't skip tomorrow's workout for sure.  Not that I would but it's good to put it in writing.

Here's an added thought.  Later in the evening I felt hunger.  Quite silly of me so I ignored it and drank water to help control the urge.  I'm glad I didn't have any chips or cookies as they would have been eaten.