February 4, 2011

By Alison

Probably like most people, I have a love/hate relationship with food. I’m lucky in that I don’t have trouble getting it, so I have to control it.  It feels like I’m in a constant battle with myself about what to eat, how much I can eat, etc. – I make deals with myself, trick myself, distract myself, all in an effort to throw myself off the scent of food.  Plus, as an athlete, I’m always tinkering with portions and the balance of different nutrition requirements – I read nutrition labels a bit obsessively.  Every once in awhile, though, I will indulge in a wonderfully rich meal at a great restaurant with wine, dessert, the works.  Ironically, that’s my reward for all my hard work controlling my food intake the rest of the time!