Journaling = Weight Loss

Keeping a food journal is a very important piece of the puzzle when it comes to weight loss. I would consider it a necessity. If you are wanting to change something, it is first important to understand what it is you are changing - that is where journalling comes in.

You can use a notebook, an actual food journal, an Excel spreadsheet, or a phone app (does anyone know a good one to suggest?)...anything!

There are also some great online sites you can use including http://www.mydailyplate.com/ and http://www.myfitnesspal.com/.

It is important to remember several "journal" rules....

1. Be honest - you aren't doing anyone any favors when you leave that Snickers Bar off
2. Be detailed - don't write "bowl of cereal," write 3/4 cup of plain cheerios and 3/4 cup of skim milk
3. Re-read what you write down - don't just scribble and forget

Try doing this with a partner and swap, giving eachother suggestions on where to improve - this will increase your accountability when it comes to writing everything down.

~Start writing today!!~