Here is how I measured up against my goals this week:

1) Exercise 4-5 times a week for an hour including cardio and strength training

I exercised 3 times, but never made it to the gym. I walked about 3-4 miles a few times this week and did some strength training at home with weights. I also moved a sofa into my apartment. I consider that strength training since my biceps were sore the next day.

2) Eat 1500 calories a day

I ate well within my calories six of the seven days. I went to sushi with some co-workers on Monday night and ate more than I would have liked, but I got back on track the next day.

3) Follow the principles of Intuitive Eating

I’m getting better at listening to my hunger signals. I find myself eating small snacks throughout the day and eating much less at meal times.

4) Keep a food and exercise journal

I have gotten better at keeping my food journal, but I think I need a smaller journal to carry with me. I’m going to try a different journal this week and see if that helps.

5) Do some form of relaxation exercise 2-3 times a week

I barely made time for relaxation exercises this week other than walking which I find therapeutic. I think I may try yoga next week.

6) Be accepting of the fact that there may be days I will get off track

I continue to do this well. I used to get upset when I would have a bad meal and that would trigger an eating binge, but now I just accept it and get back on track.

7) Get back on track immediately if there is a glitch

This hasn’t been hard. I pick up my healthy habits right after I eat poorly or miss a workout.

I feel pretty good this week. I’m down 1/2 a pound from last week. I want to kick up the exercise next week and focus on stress management.