Weight Up, Confidence Down

May 11th, 2012

After one week of staying on point and power walking on my lunch breaks, I gained 0.6 pounds.  I also added 1/2 an inch to each my waist and hips.

At least I think so.  My monthly visitor came during the week so my results may be a bit skewed.

But things do not promise to get much easier.  As I type I am sitting in a car on the way to our family vacation destination.  Where we will be for two weeks.

Have you ever tried to diet while on vacation?  I dare say it is likely impossible for one who’s will power is already weak.

Seriously, how can I resist dining out, indulging in desserts and mindless snacking if everyone around me is doing the same thing?

Will power is the key.

I recall 2 years ago…I had lost a bit of weight and was actually able to pull off the skinny jeans look!  It was awesome.  I wore my skinny jeans on the drive to our vacation destination.  But after only one week of diet debauchery, I had to wear my jammies on the drive home.  To this day I have not been able to fit into those skinny jeans.

Did I mention I would be vacationing for two weeks?

Without proper maintenance, I could easily gain 10 pounds in two weeks.

So I have a bit of plan that will allow me to both enjoy my vacation but not put myself further in the hole, weight-wise.

My hope is to get up early each morning and take a jog or at least a walk.  This may not sound like fun, but the morning is the ONLY time I ever have to myself so I relish it.  I will properly inform all the family members (son included) of my plan so nobody worries.

After my son goes to bed, I will take another brisk walk.  Again, to relish the fleeting moments of solitude.

Food-wise I will try to keep breakfast and lunch light and healthy.  Lots of salad, fruit, whole grain toast, etc.  But at dinner time I will eat whatever I want, but just in proper proportion.

Although I don’t intend to lose any weight, my goal is simply not to gain.

I think thats do-able!

Do you have any stories of dieting while on vacation?  What tips and tricks did you use to avoid falling off the wagon?