I thought today would be a fun time to reflect back on how I used to eat (prior to 2009 - I've progressively been eating healthier since then)compared to now:
Breakfast then: Soda and candy bar or pastry from a convenience store on the way to work or sugary cereal.
Breakfast now: Egg and cheese or fruit, once in a while turkey bacon or sausage, nuts.
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Lunch then: Always some sort of fast food-type meal, with large fries and soda, of course.
Lunch now: Romaine-based salad loaded with veggies and sometimes chicken breast or cheese thrown in, a small amount of fruit.
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Dinner then: An example of a typical dinner would be spaghetti and meatballs topped with tons of parmesan cheese, 4 pieces of garlic bread, salad with a lot fat-laden dressing.
Dinner now: Usually chicken breast or fish, sometimes I will treat myself to steak, rarely pork, large side of veggies.
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Dessert then: Usually a huge bowl of ice cream, chips and soda or some sort of pastry
Dessert now: Fruit
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Exercise then: none
Exercise now: Approximately 45 minutes a day/5-6 days a week mix of cardio and strength training
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Way of eating then: Anything goes
Way of eating now: Primal
Even though I gave up alot of foods, I don't feel deprived. I feel more healthy and in control. I feel satisfied on less food and "cleaner" on the inside. I get around better with less aches and pains. I feel better all around.
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Brace yourself for the not-so-great pics, but you can see a little progress now:
The picture on the left was taken in May. The one on the right this past weekend.
Looking at the before picture makes me ill. I knew I was fat but I didn't realize how fat. I'm thankful I'm on the right path now.
Make it a great day! :D
