Weapons of Ass Reduction: Two fat tips for weight loss
People often ask me, “How do you stay so slim and fabulous-looking?” And I say…nothing, because that’s a total lie.
People don’t, in fact, ask me that question, but since I got whistled at on the street last week, I feel imminently qualified to dispense dietary advise. Yes, I have let it Go To My Head. The last time I got whistled at was 1994, so you can understand why the novelty of it has made me think that I now hold the key to my own arsenal of knowledge I like to call: Weapons of Ass Reduction.
I do pay attention to what I eat, and I am at a body weight that makes me feel comfortable in my skin. This is inarguable because I gave up sugar.
BUT WAIT! THERE’S MORE!
Eat in Reverse
People in my corporate job would often comment on the “weirdness” of my breakfasts. (Of course here in the studio, there is blind acceptance of anything out of the ordinary, and usually respectful inquiries about the rationale behind these personal choices.) What caused the fuss was the fact that I eat dinner for breakfast. If I have it my way, which I often don’t, I eat breakfast for dinner. Nothing makes me as happy as a plate of spaghetti bolognaise for breakfast, and some eggs or a bowl of cereal for dinner.
And why not? Who says we *have to* do it the other way ’round? The people who snickered over my breakfasts at work, were invariably suffering through some fad diet where they couldn’t eat anything that cast a shadow, and they were therefore miserable.
Eat to Lose
Eating something substantial first thing in the morning isn’t for everyone. But it works for me (and I got whistled at so clearly, I’m an expert!) I scarf down proteins, carbs and anything else that tickles my fancy (provided it has no refined sugar). The magic ingredient here is protein. A bowl of cereal isn’t going to cut it for me. And don’t even get me started on muffins…
It makes sense to me to start off with your biggest meal, and gradually decrease. That way, you’re better prepped for a good night’s sleep (unless you’re starving…in that case, my expert opinion is that you should eat something.)
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July 8th, 2008 at 11:01 am
Eating a healthy breakfast creates energy and feeds your metabolism which burns calories.
You look marvelous K!!!
July 9th, 2008 at 6:25 am
I’m just catching up on the C&D blog after a couple weeks of working-too-hard-to-take-time-for-me and I’ve got to tell you that I loved this post. I’ve been 20 lbs above my goal weight for a couple years now (in 2002 I lost 60 lbs and kept it off…but in the last couple years, it’s been sneaking back up on me), and I know what I have to do– it just hasn’t clicked for me yet. Lately, whenever I’m out walking and see anyone who looks fit, strong and slim I have this urge to stop them in the street and say “what exactly do you eat?!” So now you’re that girl, and I didn’t even have to ask. Thanks for the insight and the laughs. You’re an inspiration.
July 9th, 2008 at 6:57 am
Thanks for sharing!!
I have known for a long time that I need to kick sugar out of my life. I made the switch to raw cane sugar, and I try to avoid all things that contain fructose and other chemicals.
To date, I have managed to shave ten pounds from my six-foot frame, but it has taken me all of five months!! I am trying to get from 245 to 195. I think ten pounds in five months is kind of slow, but my doctor said my metabolism is straight–now I am out of excuses.
I want, more than anything, to feel happy, sexy, attractive!
July 9th, 2008 at 9:34 am
You TOTALLY made my day. I’ve always wanted to be “that girl”!
So, here’s the thing: I’m really lucky because I’ve never had a weight problem. I have, however, had two children – both of whom caused me to gain 50 lbs. (Which is odd considering they were both only six pounds…). This way of eating is relatively new for me (within the past year) and I am slimmer than I’ve ever been before. Here’s what I do: eat as big a breakfast as my stomach will allow, and then whatever I want for lunch (provided it’s free of any and all refined sugar – remember that includes white rice, white pasta, white bread) and at lunch I do my best to make sure there’s a staggering amount of greens as well. Dinner kind of takes care of itself…
Rock on!
July 15th, 2008 at 11:13 am
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Although I prefer to eat a little fruit or take a swig of some hearty juice straight from the jar or enjoy a cup of tea or half cup of coffee first thing in the morning, by 9:45 or so, I’m ready to EAT. I feel so much better heading into the rest of my day and am not craving all sorts of nastiness (aka refined sugar) later. A couple scrambled eggs or all natural peanut butter on good toast for dinner then seems like quite enough. I’m taking this post to heart and eating what I want when I want. (Did I already say thanks?)
July 15th, 2008 at 11:40 am
You are so welcome. I want to start a revolution in anti-calorie counting! Another thing I noticed, I’m less stressed before dinner time because it’s going to be as easy as breakfast preparation. My kids are happier with smaller dinners too.
August 13th, 2008 at 12:02 pm
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February 8th, 2009 at 7:59 pm
eating a health food is still best than not to eat anything for lost weight.
great tips buddy and waiting for another ….
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June 4th, 2009 at 10:44 am
Since last 4months,i gained 4kgs.This is mainly because i am fond of sweets and do no exercises.But now i reduced sugar content to great extend and have all meals light except breakfast.So now I am regaining my own Figure.
June 28th, 2009 at 9:48 am
I think it's important that you eat the right foods to lose weight, if your eating the right types of food you are sure to drop the pounds
July 13th, 2009 at 3:46 am
A very known saying ' eat breakfast like a king,lunch like aordinary man & dinner lke a beggar'. This is the key for a healthy,slim body.
July 13th, 2009 at 7:16 am
Empty stomach leads to more weight gain. So its better to eat at short interval but light & fat free food.