I think Fall is my downfall.

He1loKitty

I haven't lost a pound since Labor Day. And I know exactly why: I can't resist fall treats! Between pumpkin beer, salted caramel bars, Halloween candy and other fall themed foods, beverages and baked goods, every weekend has been a festival of food! I keep trying to get back on track and failing miserably. Granted, I haven't gained any weight, but after steadily losing weight all spring and summer, my lack of progress is frustrating. I know it's my own fault and I'm not looking for sympathy. I just figure that by coming back to the forums (it's been awhile since my last post) which have been so helpful to me in times of weakness will spur me toward some better behavior. Thanks for reading and I hope everyone has a good, healthy weekend!

brynnsmom

I hear you. Pumpkin beer rocks and the Halloween candy has been out on my counter for weeks now. So many temptations! I have found just having one little treat a day keeps me satiated and able to stay within my goals on the weekend, which is where I really tend to falter.

He1loKitty

Thanks for the tip!! Maybe instead of restricting myself and taking an all or nothing approach, I'll have to be more balanced.

lloydrt

salted carmel bars? care to explain what they are......

He1loKitty

Base layer shortbread, middle layer salted caramel, top layer dark chocolate. Like a grown up twix bar. At the risk of getting flagged, want me to share the recipe? They're not low fat, low carb or low sugar and are probably my biggest temptation.

lloydrt

lol, nope, thanks for the reciepe, but I have my annual physical in December and I have to stay focused, lol.....sounds absolutely tasty........

Id really like to try them but will pass......sigh..........thanks for the reply

He1loKitty

I admire your resistance! Don't let my weakness become yours too! Lol. And sorry to pose the temptation! Good luck at your physical in December. I'm sure you'll do great!

mwalle09

I hear you too! Not just the treats but football season means tailgating and all sorts of events at bars.

jeffd247

Fall is where I typically stall out too. Football, beer, pumpkin bread, early sunsets, colder mornings and sweatpants...

This year I'm trying to break the cycle so I can take 2 steps forward and no steps back.

Francl27

I hear you but I've found that there's always something to derail you... Fall, Holidays, Easter, then it's Summer with barbecues and ice cream... The key is to try and learn moderation.

Happymelz

I'm right there with ya!
I"ve only lost 1/2 a lb since Labor Day. I haven't gained at least...but my brain is already in hibernation mode.

Strongandscrappy

I love fall and all treats as well. Football is hard too with food. I can resist BBQ foods all summer but the food and activities that come along with fall is so much harder. My weight loss has slowed and it will only get harder until after the holidays for me.

kbmnurse

Be thankful you are maintaining.

AliceDark

Depending on where you are geographically, though, the weather is PERFECT outside right now! Go outside and play, then eat all the autumn foods.

999tigger

Pretend its Summer then and keep focused.

Kimdbro

I am 100% experiencing the same issues. The fall always is a toughy for me. It's dark and cold and there is all comfort foods... as for @AliceDark comment regarding geographically dependent, being perfect to go outside... I'm in northern Canada - Nope! Haha. It's cold and windy and has been raining (which could turn to snow at any moment) No one wants to go outside here. I want to eat the comforting pasta dish, then the hot apple pie, then sit infront of the fireplace wrapped in a blanket. lol.

Graelwyn75

I am almost glad I live in the Uk where we do not get any of these things...almost. I must admit, it would make life more interesting if I could at least try some of these pumpkin themed goodies.

50sFit

He1loKitty wrote: »

I haven't lost a pound since Labor Day. And I know exactly why: I can't resist fall treats! Between pumpkin beer, salted caramel bars, Halloween candy and other fall themed foods, beverages and baked goods, every weekend has been a festival of food! I keep trying to get back on track and failing miserably. Granted, I haven't gained any weight, but after steadily losing weight all spring and summer, my lack of progress is frustrating. I know it's my own fault and I'm not looking for sympathy. I just figure that by coming back to the forums (it's been awhile since my last post) which have been so helpful to me in times of weakness will spur me toward some better behavior. Thanks for reading and I hope everyone has a good, healthy weekend!

Now, I'm starving!

krazyforyou

Pumpkin chocolate chip muffins, my personal fav

Cortneyrenee04

I know, it's so hard to pass things up. I try to fit extra stuff like that into my calorie goal or do some extra workouts. I also try to stay focused on my end goal. Sometimes it's worth it, but sometimes not!

He1loKitty

Thank you everyone who replied to commiserate! I hope you all do well this fall with losing, maintenance or whatever your personal goals are. I'm trying to get back on track since posting. I did okay this weekend, not great but good enough that I think this will be a good week.

dopeysmelly

I empathize, but at the risk of being serious, isn't this about lifestyle change? Does football have to be about being slumped in front of the TV, or couldn't you actually play some football? Plus, those treats are great, but maybe mix it up with some healthier meals using pumpkins and squashes, and apples, and pears, and nuts, and honey, and late-season plums, and raspberries, and blackberries, and sweet potatoes, and kale, and beets, and parsnips etc. etc.?.. This is the season when I load up my freezer with the fresh stuff which is really expensive and difficult to find in winter.

Plus, I agree about perfect weather for getting outside to exercise. Crisp mornings, beautiful leaves, less sweating.

leggup

I am an AVID fall-treats baker. I make them year round, but really break out the pumpkin in the fall. I find it works best to calculate the calories in 1 serving and then fit in 1-2 treats a day. Many fall treats keep well in the freezer. Right now I have a bag of pumpkin doughnut holes made from scratch sitting in the freezer. I microwave one (~100 calories) and then eat it hot on top of 1/4 cup of vanilla ice cream (140 calories). I can usually fit 240 calories into my day with exercise. If I can't, then I just have the doughnut hole/a fun size chocolate/something smaller.

He1loKitty

dopeysmelly wrote: »

I empathize, but at the risk of being serious, isn't this about lifestyle change? Does football have to be about being slumped in front of the TV, or couldn't you actually play some football? Plus, those treats are great, but maybe mix it up with some healthier meals using pumpkins and squashes, and apples, and pears, and nuts, and honey, and late-season plums, and raspberries, and blackberries, and sweet potatoes, and kale, and beets, and parsnips etc. etc.?.. This is the season when I load up my freezer with the fresh stuff which is really expensive and difficult to find in winter.

Plus, I agree about perfect weather for getting outside to exercise. Crisp mornings, beautiful leaves, less sweating.

Great suggestions. I've always been a runner, so while I associate this season with eating, I also associate it with getting out and exercising in the more bearable weather! Also, I like your ideas re fruits and squash!