The Life of Carie

I decided that since my weight loss has been such a big part of my life lately that I would tell you all about my diet and lifestyle choices over the past year and share some before and after pictures with you all. Me now:

Me then:

My plan: I am addicted to myfitnesspal.com! It has been a godsend. I love being able to track my calories and exercise and how it keeps me on track. I eat at least 1200 calories a day, but try not to go over too much. I exercise at least 5 days a week. I love zumba and spinning. If I can't make it to the gym and even on days when I am really bored I will do a blogilates (or pop pilates) or Tone-it-up exercise from youtube. I also believe in giving in to my cravings, but with moderation. I've learned that if I do not give my body what it wants that I will eat tons of other stuff just to get past the craving which end the end turns out as a bigger pain in my butt that just indulging in a small piece of chocolate or a half cup of ice cream. Before (Halloween 2010):

(Halloween 2011):

Then:

Now:

P.S. I also drink tons and tons of water! If you would like to add me for support on myfitnesspal, my name is softballerchik1