I've been counting calories since January and I've got 11 pounds more to go. I didn't start exercising until about 6 weeks ago (I was in denial, what can I say? ), but I finally realized I would really need it for maintenance--not to mention all around better health. So I'm doing Curves three times a week and then the Couch to 5K training combined with a 3 mile walk three times a week with a rest day on Fridays. Earlier this month I was thrilled to changed my current weight stat from 167 to 164.
I cautiously upped my daily calorie intake from 1500 to 1700... and promptly put on 2 pounds. I've been hoping the gain is a blip, but I've been stuck here for 10 days. This morning I reluctantly changed my current weight stat to 166.
I know I just have to keep going, but it's hard to backslide when I'm being so virtuous about exercise. I have pain and gain! It seems to unfair!
Okay, just needed to whine for a minute.