I am on a business trip again and using another tool to keep me honest to myself. I have been keeping a food journal to monitor my habits. So far so good. I have not put on any extra weight. If fact according to this Hotel's scale I am 4 lbs lighter then when I left.
On the airplane I will have the fish or chicken if possible. I will pass on the bun unless it is whole grain. And the preservative filled vacuum packed dessert is returned with the tray.
At the hotel when breakfast is included I will load up on salads and fruits before having some cereal or whole grains. I have had an omelette once in the pass week to change it up a little bit. The journal is making sure I am not having them everyday along with bacon, sausages and hash browns. You know what I mean?
It can be impossible to fit in a workout everyday but I have my PGX Daily and other supplements in tow to help me out.
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
Monday, March 22, 2010
PGX Diet in Disneyland
Our trip to Disneyland was highly anticipated by all. We made the early morning trek to the airport and boarded the flight happily without much trouble. We brought along some sandwiches and fruit for breakfast at the airport. Since you can not bring liquids through security I had to stand in a massive line at Tim Horton's to buy milk for the kids. I resisted buying a sour cream glazed donut or even a double double. Score on for the good guys.
After arriving in Los Angeles and picking up the rental car, we drove to Venice Beach area in hopes of letting the kids run around outside for away. Unfortunately, the early morning start meant they we happily snoozing before we could reach our destination. Plan B was to drive to Anaheim in relative peace & quiet. So far so good except traveling with a pregnant wife meant food is needed. With two sleeping children in the car you know what that means drive thru. I let my wife choose (she is the pregnant one) and it was off to the nearest McD's. I ordered a coffee instead of a soft drink and only a burger no fries. Not exactly the great start but oh well.
I suggested to my wife the we stop buy a grocery store to pick up some supplies which she was okay with. I figured this would be the only way to prevent constant drive thru meals. We stopped at a local grocery store in Anaheim to pick up fruit, juice, lunch meat, bread, milk, cheese and other staples before heading to the hotel.
Having located a local grocery store was key to the survival of my diet habits. Throughout the trip we made a couple stops there to restock. For two of the three days we went to Disneyland we brought our lunches with us. The other day we exited the park and ate at Denny's on S. Harbor Blvd. Not too bad as my wife and I split a salad and sandwich plate. For dinner we hunted out some restaurants that were not too heavy on the fried foods. We ate at a Korean Restaurant in Buena Park, McCormick & Schmicks for Seafood, Olive Garden in Santa Ana for Pasta (I took a lot of it back to the hotel; it was too much food), and Vietnamese food in Little Saigon.
All in all I would call it a draw. I wouldn't say my diet while being away was perfect but I think it was better than it could have been. Some planning ahead made food choices better and self control was a key. I still took my PGX Daily to minimize the blood sugar highs and low due to poor food choices. As a result I had no cases of "I'm starving give me food" and later on saying "ooh I shouldn't have eaten so much. I feel awful."
The kids had a great time and still talk about Disneyland. I had a great time with them enjoying Disneyland, the beach and swimming at the hotel. I was glad to have a little getaway without a lot of guilt about eating poorly. I am still on the wagon for my PGX diet and ready for the next challenge.
After arriving in Los Angeles and picking up the rental car, we drove to Venice Beach area in hopes of letting the kids run around outside for away. Unfortunately, the early morning start meant they we happily snoozing before we could reach our destination. Plan B was to drive to Anaheim in relative peace & quiet. So far so good except traveling with a pregnant wife meant food is needed. With two sleeping children in the car you know what that means drive thru. I let my wife choose (she is the pregnant one) and it was off to the nearest McD's. I ordered a coffee instead of a soft drink and only a burger no fries. Not exactly the great start but oh well.
I suggested to my wife the we stop buy a grocery store to pick up some supplies which she was okay with. I figured this would be the only way to prevent constant drive thru meals. We stopped at a local grocery store in Anaheim to pick up fruit, juice, lunch meat, bread, milk, cheese and other staples before heading to the hotel.
Having located a local grocery store was key to the survival of my diet habits. Throughout the trip we made a couple stops there to restock. For two of the three days we went to Disneyland we brought our lunches with us. The other day we exited the park and ate at Denny's on S. Harbor Blvd. Not too bad as my wife and I split a salad and sandwich plate. For dinner we hunted out some restaurants that were not too heavy on the fried foods. We ate at a Korean Restaurant in Buena Park, McCormick & Schmicks for Seafood, Olive Garden in Santa Ana for Pasta (I took a lot of it back to the hotel; it was too much food), and Vietnamese food in Little Saigon.
All in all I would call it a draw. I wouldn't say my diet while being away was perfect but I think it was better than it could have been. Some planning ahead made food choices better and self control was a key. I still took my PGX Daily to minimize the blood sugar highs and low due to poor food choices. As a result I had no cases of "I'm starving give me food" and later on saying "ooh I shouldn't have eaten so much. I feel awful."
The kids had a great time and still talk about Disneyland. I had a great time with them enjoying Disneyland, the beach and swimming at the hotel. I was glad to have a little getaway without a lot of guilt about eating poorly. I am still on the wagon for my PGX diet and ready for the next challenge.
Saturday, March 6, 2010
Spring Break
It's Spring Break time and it's off to Disneyland with the kids. The kids are extremely excited to see Mickey Mouse and the gang. I am looking forward to spending some quality family time. My wife and I always say we better enjoy them now while they still want us to play with them.
One concern for me is the food on these types of trips. In the past going on trip's like these have been murder of any diet I have had. Is it truly inevitable that I will end up with a burger and fries? I am trying a "be prepared" motto in this case. I have packed some snacks for the airport and plane ride so I do not end up at the golden arches by the boarding gate or having to consume whatever is on the plane.
In and around Disneyland I am bringing some meal replacements and PGX along with my other supplements like Q&G, Reversatrol and Omega-3. I am hoping the PGX will stave of endless nibbling.
I will update how it goes.
One concern for me is the food on these types of trips. In the past going on trip's like these have been murder of any diet I have had. Is it truly inevitable that I will end up with a burger and fries? I am trying a "be prepared" motto in this case. I have packed some snacks for the airport and plane ride so I do not end up at the golden arches by the boarding gate or having to consume whatever is on the plane.
In and around Disneyland I am bringing some meal replacements and PGX along with my other supplements like Q&G, Reversatrol and Omega-3. I am hoping the PGX will stave of endless nibbling.
I will update how it goes.
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
Back on Track
I had my daily dose of PGX Daily today after missing for a few days. At dinner time I was definitely felt full or satiated earlier. I even made the comment to my spouse who noticed that I was not having as much for dinner.
Saturday, February 27, 2010
Fell Off the Wagon
I have gone wayward and been neglecting my PGX Daily system for the past two weeks. Several excuses kids are sick, renovations going on, work etc.
Anyways, this week will be better. I promise MYSELF.
Anyways, this week will be better. I promise MYSELF.
Monday, February 15, 2010
Did you redeem?
Hopefully you had a chance to take advantage of the $5.00 PGX daily coupon. It was a good deal. I paid $49.98 each for 240 softgels minus the $5.00. When I orders two (2) bottles.
The past weekend was good as far as eating. No breakdowns in will power. Tonight might be a test dinner as I have dinner with my in-laws. It is difficult to avoid the bad eating habits when I have dinner with them because that enjoy fine foods too much. I will prevail today!
The past weekend was good as far as eating. No breakdowns in will power. Tonight might be a test dinner as I have dinner with my in-laws. It is difficult to avoid the bad eating habits when I have dinner with them because that enjoy fine foods too much. I will prevail today!
Monday, February 8, 2010
My way to Use PGX
Currently, I am using PGX in the following manner. I eat two or three regular healthy meals each day. If I only have two meals then I use the No Nonsense Meal Replacement. In addition I use PGX Daily softgels once or twice a day to curb my snack attacks.
One thing I noticed is that I still have a habit of eating not because I am hungry but because I am bored or used to eating.
Some tricks I have been trying:
- Out of sight; out of mind - it was really hard during the holiday season with all the treats and goodies around. But now the holidays are gone it is a lot easier to tuck away junk food and keep eating properly.
- Chewing away - taking a page from some of the most addicted people's, i.e. smokers, handbooks. I am using gum. They called it oral fixation. I think in a lot of ways I am the same as a smoker trying to quit. I would put food in my mouth not even thinking. Now the I am using PGX to curb my appetite I have to reprogram my mind a little.
- Keep Moving - I have to keep myself busy. Without sports to occupy myself I have gone for walks and I am thinking about downloading some podcasts to occupy my brain while I exercise in this way. Gone are the days of pounding out a 30 min run so I'll need to use 60 min or longer walks to keep fit.
Anyone else have any tips?
One thing I noticed is that I still have a habit of eating not because I am hungry but because I am bored or used to eating.
Some tricks I have been trying:
- Out of sight; out of mind - it was really hard during the holiday season with all the treats and goodies around. But now the holidays are gone it is a lot easier to tuck away junk food and keep eating properly.
- Chewing away - taking a page from some of the most addicted people's, i.e. smokers, handbooks. I am using gum. They called it oral fixation. I think in a lot of ways I am the same as a smoker trying to quit. I would put food in my mouth not even thinking. Now the I am using PGX to curb my appetite I have to reprogram my mind a little.
- Keep Moving - I have to keep myself busy. Without sports to occupy myself I have gone for walks and I am thinking about downloading some podcasts to occupy my brain while I exercise in this way. Gone are the days of pounding out a 30 min run so I'll need to use 60 min or longer walks to keep fit.
Anyone else have any tips?
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