Final lap (Days 11 - 14)

You know, back-blogging is not as easy as I thought it would be. I suppose the initial excitement has worn off and after all, there are so many current things to blog about!

Day 11
Daily summary
Breakfast – Tomago egg rolls
Lunch – Mixed vegetables with fish
Snack – Cucumber
Dinner – Chicken curry
Exercise – Brisk walk.

Day 12
Daily summary
Breakfast – Bacon and egg
Lunch – Rendang chicken and beef
Snack – Skipped because too full from open house lunch
Dinner – Low fat cheese
Exercise – Brisk walk.

Day 13
Daily summary
Breakfast – Low fat cheese
Lunch – Fried egg with shrimps
Snack – Cucumber
Dinner – Bat kut teh (braised pork)
Exercise – Brisk walk.


Day 14
Daily summary
Breakfast – Tomago egg rolls
Lunch – Sashimi
Snack – Low fat cheese
Dinner – Lamb chops
Exercise – Brisk walk.


So what now??
Over the past 14 days, I have lost 3.5kg. For Atkin followers, the next phase is called the Maintenance which entails the individual to gradually adding more carbs to the diet but still lose weight until you are happy with the weight. In essence it is still a low-carb diet. It is also recommended to limit carb intake in the later part of the day. Reason being that your metabolic rate dips towards the end of the day compared in the morning or early afternoon.

I realise that there is no full proof 100% formula that works for everyone. We all have different bodies, make and surrounding. You just need to figure out what works for you, your lifestyle and stick with it.

I believe in moderation, healthy eating and exercise. If you indulge one day, the world will not come crashing through. But if you indulge everyday, well be warn then - its all at your own risk!! There is some truth in the saying "You are what you eat".

At the end of the day, what is the point of looking 'fabulous' if you do not feel good about yourself or you are not healthy or cannot live to enjoy it?