# @steph.dlacruz on Instagram

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- **Posted:** 2024-07-24T16:18:02.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Stephanie DeLaCruz | Performance & Recovery (@steph.dlacruz) — https://gondola.cc/steph.dlacruz

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I am 5’4 and According to the scale I am 157lbs - 158lbs. I never measure my progress by the numbers on the scale ( because it fluctuates A LOT ) but by comparing before and after pictures and/or by tape measurements. 

My diet right now consist of 50 % carbohydrates, 30 % fat , 20 % protein. I get to enjoy delicious foods ( including my moms food 😊) and snacks everyday. I recently changed my diet from keto ( low carb ) to a high carb diet. I will explain why later on on another post. 

This is the best I’ve felt from my nutrition in a long time.I am not taking any supplements like fat burners, pre workouts, protein shakes etc ❌  I am never hungry unless I go to bed really late, I am not having mood swings, I actually feel more happy 😊 The secret ? Its not even exercise itself but CALORIE COUNTING. 

WHAT IS CALORIE COUNTING ? 🤔 

Calorie counting is a method of tracking the number of calories you consume through food and drinks to manage your weight. By monitoring your intake to ensure it aligns with your personal goals—whether it’s weight loss, maintenance, or gain—you can make informed choices about your diet.

BENEFITS

Awareness of Intake: Keeps you mindful of how much you’re eating.

Portion Control: Helps regulate portion sizes.

Nutrient Tracking: Ensures balanced nutrient consumption.

Identify Patterns: Reveals eating habits and triggers.

Set Realistic Goals: Assists in setting achievable weight loss targets.

Monitor Progress: Tracks changes and progress over time. 

As of now I am loving this method and cant wait to share more with you all. Stay tuned 🤗❤️ 

#BalancedDiet #SteadyProgress #HealthyLiving #WellnessJourney #FoodLove #MyRunningStory #Transformation #Resilience #Empowerment #HealthyLiving #NeverGiveUp #RunningJourney #run #running #runnersblogs

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balanceddiet, myrunningstory, wellnessjourney, nevergiveup, transformation, running, empowerment, runnersblogs, foodlove, steadyprogress, run, resilience, healthyliving, runningjourney

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