fresh start

So, I've been really struggling with my weight. Since I've come to Germany, I haven't really put on any weight. But I haven't lost much either. Though I'm considerably more active, I've only made minor dietary adjustments and haven't seen results. I had been hoping for moderate weight loss, but this is practically nonexistent weight loss. And it's frustrating. I've lost weight before, and it finally occurred to me that maybe I should stop trying to find a different way to lose weight and return to what has worked so well for me. Today I started a two week detox, phase 1 of the South Beach Diet. My body responds really well to limiting my carbohydrate intake. And I find it a lot easier to do that if I go through a short period where I'm barely consuming carbohydrates at all. For the next two weeks I'll be eating a lot of veggies and lean meats and then will start adding in some whole grains and fruits. While I'm on this restricted diet for the next two weeks, I'll be limiting my exercise, as I won't really be fueling my body properly for intense workouts. Once I've started adding carbs, I can start a pretty intense exercise schedule. I'm excited to be taking control of this and to be getting myself back to a place where I feel strong and healthy and feel good about how I look. I do not look forward to giving up yummy foods or the first three days of phase 1. From what I remember, they suck suck suck. I've only gone through half of the first day, and I already I'm finding it less than enjoyable. But I'm determined to stick with it!