Quoting from The Life Ledger: Tim Ferriss’ 4 Rules for losing fat without exercise
“I think stimulus narrowing is a fantastic method of detox – by narrowing down the foods you allow yourself to eat, you make less food-related choices, which in turn helps stop food-related thoughts and impulse cravings. Food becomes less a comfort and more a fuel for your body.”
Important note: “I disagree with Tim’s recommendation to eat as much as you want – portion control is every bit as important as impulse control. Part of proper stimulus narrowing is learning when your body has consumed sufficient fuel versus when you feel “satisfied” or “full.” Learning suggested portion sizes, the general caloric value of foods and developing an awareness of your body’s physical versus emotional satisfaction – all are important to healthy eating in the real world.”
Rule #4: Take one day off per week: “I strongly disagree … However, by setting aside a “time off” day, you give yourself a reason to eat unhealthily and unconsciously – much better to consciously budget for a dessert in your daily caloric intake by changing your snack foods or exercising more that day. Binging, no matter what the reason, is not healthy eating.”
I needed to hear what Cris Harshman had to say. Portion control and days off have been on my mind for sure.
I felt good starting day two on the diet. But after my free Saturday, I didn’t feel as healthy come Sunday.
With this in mind, I’m going to switch my day off to just adding fruit, cheese or something light that I’ve craved during the week. And I’ll watch how much I eat at all times.
