Fat! Fat! Fat!

Fat is everywhere! Sometimes I feel like I cannot escape the topic of fat. We are a culture obsessed with fat in one way or another. There are stories about how to lose fat, how fat is dominating, how fat is killing Americans, how to make fatty foods, and where to eat fatty foods. I feel like Jan Brady, “Fat! Fat! Fat!”


I’m just as guilty as this. I spend about 90% of my day consumed by fat and I don't mean just the fat squishing out of my t-shirt lol!  I am thinking about how to lose fat, but at the same time craving fatty foods. Today I couldn’t escape fat. Each news story on the radio talked about fat. First, there was a story/discussion about Chris Christie getting the lap band surgery. The next one was about how owning a dog can positively impact one’s health and waist line (thank you Milo!). Then, I turn on Bill Maher at the end of the day to a discussion about over processed foods and fat people.

Today I couldn’t escape fat. In fact, I never will escape fat. Fat will always be a part of my life. Even if I lose the weight I need to, the fat will still be there. Deep inside of me is a Fat Guy. I have a Fat Guy brain and have to fight it. It’s like those that struggle with drugs and alcohol. They may end up abstaining from using/abusing substances, but they still have a daily battle to maintain sobriety.

I/will struggle with fat each day. It would be so nice to have a vacation from fat, but it’s highly unlikely. One can never escape fat; however, can learn ways to cope with fat. I have to gain tools for dealing with losing fat and craving fatty foods. I also need to learn how to not allow fat to completely consume my life becoming my main focus. This is, perhaps, the most important coping device to develop.

How does one not let fat rule their life? For me by focusing on other activities that cause to me have an enriched life not focused of losing fat or fatty foods. Some of these activities include taking Improv, which allows me for 2 hours a week to focus on fun v fat. Even the exercises I choose to engage in help me focus on something besides fat. “What?” you ask, “How can exercise be devoid of fat?” Well, yes, exercise aids in battling fat; however, it engages other aspects of my life. Boxing channels stress into a healthy outlet, while having fun in a supportive environment. Yoga provides me with a deeper connection with my spirit and God.

Much like Jan Brady with her large perm Whig some of these activities allow me to step away from fat for a few minutes, but also allow me to develop strategies for dealing with fat for the rest of my life. Fat will always be a part of my life, but it doesn’t have to hold me hostage. I am more than fat.

Today’s Treat – A movie date to see The Great Gatsby with Stacie!

Today’s Exercise – 20 minute power walk with Milo

Today’s what I like about me – My new hair color! I got my hair sassy!