Dixie Fix: Have You Heard of the 'Fat Gap'?

October 10, 2009

Have You Heard of the 'Fat Gap'?

There's a mention of it in the current issue of Time magazine. It's the gap between thinking you are fat vs. other people. I know for myself, I'm not one to spend hours in front of a mirror and once my hair is combed, that's it for the day. But I must say I was still shocked when I saw a photo of myself taken Memorial Day weekend. That was my "ah-ha moment" to know I had to do something about my weight.

I won't belabor the Weight Watchers cheering, but a program that gives you group support while telling you just what to do to be successful has my vote. Follow the instructions, count the points (not that hard) and you lose weight. And, if you exercise, you get more points added to your daily plan. So things like wine and chocolate are OK, as long as you count them.

I'm now at 35 pounds gone and am working on the last 12 or so, which will be hardest, I know. The best part is trying on clothes in smaller sizes, especially jeans!

Have you had an ah-ha moment lately? What was it?

Oct 10, 2009 4:42:05 PM | Food and Drink