I've been thinking about this weight thing for a while. I went on my first cruise ever on the Wonder back in early March and really enjoyed it. During and before the cruise, I had a serious love affair with food. I enjoyed everything from a Big Mac to the chef's special at the local 5 star (Fearrington House) and try to visit Victoria & Albert's when I can.
In May, I made conscious decision that I was needed to take better care of my body and drop some weight. I've lost nearly 40 lbs since and have about 40 more to go.
During these last several months, I've learned to NOT be ruled by food and by my stomach. I've broken my carb addictions by laying off processed foods, sodas, and other sugar. In fact, I've been Coca-Cola free since June 2, whereas I would typically drink 3-5 cans per day before that. Folks around work and church are noticing I've dropped weight (which feels great when they say something to me), I'm down 4 inches in my pants, and I have more energy.
What's this got to do with cruising? I'm alarmed at how many people feel the need stuff themselves because they've paid for it or because it's there. The quality of the dining experience doesn't have to correlate to the quantity of the experience.
I'm looking forward to my next cruise; probably next May. Those of you who discuss keeping up their activity levels and eating in moderation are an inspiration to me. I know I can enjoy it w/o taking years off my life. That 2nd souffle ain't worth a heart attack.
Sam - recovering food-aholic
In May, I made conscious decision that I was needed to take better care of my body and drop some weight. I've lost nearly 40 lbs since and have about 40 more to go.
During these last several months, I've learned to NOT be ruled by food and by my stomach. I've broken my carb addictions by laying off processed foods, sodas, and other sugar. In fact, I've been Coca-Cola free since June 2, whereas I would typically drink 3-5 cans per day before that. Folks around work and church are noticing I've dropped weight (which feels great when they say something to me), I'm down 4 inches in my pants, and I have more energy.
What's this got to do with cruising? I'm alarmed at how many people feel the need stuff themselves because they've paid for it or because it's there. The quality of the dining experience doesn't have to correlate to the quantity of the experience.
I'm looking forward to my next cruise; probably next May. Those of you who discuss keeping up their activity levels and eating in moderation are an inspiration to me. I know I can enjoy it w/o taking years off my life. That 2nd souffle ain't worth a heart attack.
Sam - recovering food-aholic
