OLDARMYMED's Aug 2014 CalorieKing Blog
Moving Forward
Sunday, August 10th 2014
So, I set out on a course to slim down and live longer. In addition to learning a lot of things about food, I've learned a few things about myself. First, and most important, I am stronger than I thought. Like many if not most people I have a less than commendable track record when it comes to weight loss success. However, I have learned that the past is irrelevant and the only thing that matters is where I am going. And I have full control over my destination.Waist vs. Waste
Saturday, August 9th 2014
I have always had a bit of trouble throwing away perfectly good stuff.
My parents were among those that cautioned against leaving food on the plate because "children in Asia are starving." I remember a comedy routine from years ago by Allan Sherman titled "Hail to thee, fat person" in which he lauds fat people essentially as martyrs for peace. The lyrics are:I would like to explain how it came to pass that I got fat
Ladies and gentlemen, I got fat as a public servic...
My Second Kitchen
Thursday, August 7th 2014
I have the good fortune of having a job that I really enjoy and working with people that I like and get along with. The whole work environment is fast paced and low stress, which is conducive to high productivity. One of the perks is the ability to stock my own lunches in the office kitchen. We are also lucky enough to be a short walk from a Target store with a big grocery department. I have a roll-on duffle bag with a shoulder strap so I can carry it tot he store when I shop and put my treasur...To Weigh, or NOT to Weigh
Wednesday, August 6th 2014
I am committed to weighing in once a week, on Saturday. There is nothing special about Saturday except I get to sleep in a bit before I hit the scale. Several mornings I have been tempted to run downstairs and weigh myself because my shirt seemed a bit baggier than usual or my belt buckle slipped into the next hole. I resist. I much prefer the greater difference a week makes than the smaller difference that a day can make. I derive considerably more motivation when the scale tells me I have d...Accurate Portion Sizing
Sunday, August 3rd 2014
I made a pork roast in the crock pot overnight and it has spent the whole day getting yummy. I was in a quandary as to how I would determine the calories - PROBLEM SOLVED. I had to get some groceries so, while I was out, I purchased a food scale to take the guesswork out of determining portion sizes. Only $20 at my local Bed, Bath & Beyond. It's a bit like having a referee looking over my shoulder and blowing the whistle when I say, "That's about 4 ounces of meat." This thing i...Next »