End of Phase 1 – Lost 1.2 lbs again this week @ 156.0 now

As I had mentioned earlier, there are 2 phases to the 20-20 program. In Phase 1, one gets

• 1 Dietician Appointment a week
• 3 Physical Trainer Sessions a week
• 1 Psychologist or Counselor Appointment per month
• 1 Doctor visit at start, middle and end of Phase 1.

In Phase 2, I get a little less hand-holding but still quite some support

• 1 Dietician Appointment once in 2 weeks
• 2 Physical Trainer Sessions a week
• 1 Psychologist or Counselor Appointment
• 1 Doctor visit at middle and end of Phase 2.

I am 156.0 despite some intense dieting, increase NEAT (walking) and good quality work outs. I truly put my heart into it this week but did not lose as much as I had hoped. I am thankful that I still lost some weight.

Here’s what I am planning on changing up the coming week

• Take 2 days rest in a week instead of 1 days rest. (Apparently, cortisol levels go high when you don’t take a break).
• Eat Veggies, then protein and then carbs in any meal. This helps ensure that the carbs are coated and are released slower.
• Reduce work-load at work
• Get more sleep (I am getting 7-7.5 hours now)
• Add potatoes and peas this week – I was allowed to eat this last week but never had the carb budget to fit it in.

I moved to my new office this week. I have been very busy at work (working late quite often). I was away from home for about 13 hours on average. Though, I handle stress well now, it’s possible that it is contributing to slower weight loss as well.

This is not truly the end of phase 1. I still have a few work-out sessions and some medical tests to get done.

I really need to get new clothes – I can barely find any dress that fits well. I am debating if I should start my new wardrobe now or wait till a few more weeks. Maybe, I will just buy a couple of trousers for now and hold on the big expenses for later.

Kinda busy so I will stop now. Good Luck!