Just for today --- daily commitment thread

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  • mytime6630
    mytime6630 Posts: 4,276 Member
    Late getting on here today!
    But I did so good yesterday - made chocolate chip and oatmeal cookies for when my HS friends come next weekend, and also grandsons the weekend after. I knew if I took even 1 bite, I would want more. So I had my water next to me while baking, and did eat a Atkins bar, and did not eat one bite! They are now in the freezer. Next saturday I've already told myself that I will have one or two, but I am pre-planning it. Hoping by planning a "cheat" day that I can get right back on track.
    But, my weight is only 1 lb from being out of the 200s, so hope to keep my momentum going!

    So just for today, monday
    1. low carbs
    2. no sugar
    3. drink water
    4. exercise.
  • mytime6630
    mytime6630 Posts: 4,276 Member
    feistyjojo wrote: »
    So a week of average to not so good eating but below average exercise as I have a knee injury and really can't train properly at the moment.
    Off to Dublin for 3 v intense days of work tomorrow (although thankfully in English for a change).

    Goals during hat time:
    - Do basic knee rehab routine Every. Single. Day.
    - Avoid any sugar based snacks in the mornings/ at lunch
    - Remember to just pause and breathe to check in:Is it hunger or just tension making me want to eat?

    Will reassess how I will go about the rest of the year with potential injury when I'm back.

    Keep going everyone. .. your honesty and your posts encourage me.

    Good to see you back! Hope your knee gets better soon!
  • mytime6630
    mytime6630 Posts: 4,276 Member
    edited October 2015
    WellingTX wrote: »

    I am expressing gratitude for Saturday night date night. 23 years of marriage and we still enjoy getting out.

    Congrats on 23 yrs of marriage! Nice to have those little "dates"!
  • abacus93jp
    abacus93jp Posts: 55 Member
    Day Six! One day at a time, I can do this!
  • mytime6630
    mytime6630 Posts: 4,276 Member
    abacus93jp wrote: »
    Day Six! One day at a time, I can do this!

    YES YOU CAN!! Here's to 1 more day!
  • 68myra
    68myra Posts: 975 Member
    feistyjojo wrote: »
    So a week of average to not so good eating but below average exercise as I have a knee injury and really can't train properly at the moment.
    Off to Dublin for 3 v intense days of work tomorrow (although thankfully in English for a change).

    Goals during hat time:
    - Do basic knee rehab routine Every. Single. Day.
    - Avoid any sugar based snacks in the mornings/ at lunch
    - Remember to just pause and breathe to check in:Is it hunger or just tension making me want to eat?

    Will reassess how I will go about the rest of the year with potential injury when I'm back.

    Keep going everyone. .. your honesty and your posts encourage me.

    i feel your pain, feisty. my physical therapist has me on the bench for an undetermined amount of time because of hip pain. me no likey.
  • 68myra
    68myra Posts: 975 Member
    joan6630 wrote: »
    Late getting on here today!
    But I did so good yesterday - made chocolate chip and oatmeal cookies for when my HS friends come next weekend, and also grandsons the weekend after. I knew if I took even 1 bite, I would want more. So I had my water next to me while baking, and did eat a Atkins bar, and did not eat one bite! They are now in the freezer. Next saturday I've already told myself that I will have one or two, but I am pre-planning it. Hoping by planning a "cheat" day that I can get right back on track.
    But, my weight is only 1 lb from being out of the 200s, so hope to keep my momentum going!

    So just for today, monday
    1. low carbs
    2. no sugar
    3. drink water
    4. exercise.

    CONGRATS on the no cookie eating while baking them :smiley: the smell is SO enticing!
    I remember the first year i resisted stealing halloween candy from my kids..... it was such an accomplishment for me!!! :)
  • bri170lb
    bri170lb Posts: 1,375 Member

    J4T Monday
    1. Put dinner in crock pot. - though I got out of bed a 6:25, but it was actually 7:25 and I had to be out the door by 7:40. The dinner did not make it to the crock pot!
    2. Take breakfast lunch and snack with me to work - food did not make it into my bag!
    3. Focus on sticking to calorie goals one meal at a time. :smile:
    4. Go jogging :smile:
    5. Finish grocery shopping, - had to choose between jogging or shopping

    All in all a CRAZY day, but I held it together and met my calorie and exercise goals, so hooray for me!


    J4T Tuesday
    1. Put dinner in crock pot
    2. Take breakfast lunch and snack with me to work
    3. Maybe find time to go to the gym during the day.
    4. Go grocery shopping

  • bri170lb
    bri170lb Posts: 1,375 Member
    edited October 2015
    If you want a really good laugh, check out this thread. - You Know When You're in the MFP "Zone" When...

    Sorry, I don't know how to make it a link
    It's in the success stories section. I laughed so hard, I was wondering if I should count it as exercise!




  • bri170lb
    bri170lb Posts: 1,375 Member
    Joan, I'm so glad you were able to show those cookies who's the boss!




  • TerriRichardson112
    TerriRichardson112 Posts: 19,008 Member
    edited October 2015
    Couldn't post yesterday as I was traveling home. Back on track today.
    JFT Tues 20/10
    1. Pre-log/follow through
    2. 30 mins each of Cardio/strength/physio
    3. 6000+ steps
    4. Drink 8 cups water
    5. Go to the hair-dresser's
  • Saragirl2
    Saragirl2 Posts: 630 Member
    bri170lb wrote: »
    J4T Monday
    1. Put dinner in crock pot. - though I got out of bed a 6:25, but it was actually 7:25 and I had to be out the door by 7:40. The dinner did not make it to the crock pot!
    2. Take breakfast lunch and snack with me to work - food did not make it into my bag!
    3. Focus on sticking to calorie goals one meal at a time. :smile:
    4. Go jogging :smile:
    5. Finish grocery shopping, - had to choose between jogging or shopping

    All in all a CRAZY day, but I held it together and met my calorie and exercise goals, so hooray for me!


    J4T Tuesday
    1. Put dinner in crock pot
    2. Take breakfast lunch and snack with me to work
    3. Maybe find time to go to the gym during the day.
    4. Go grocery shopping

    Bri-I've had those days too! Looks like you're back on track
  • aerochic42
    aerochic42 Posts: 843 Member
    aerochic42 wrote: »
    JFT Monday 1) brush/floss before bed (for a simple habit, I have serious issues with continuity on this one) nope fell asleep on the couch
    2) At least prep lasagna for tomorrow's dinner. If time permits go ahead and bake it and just eat leftovers - the weather warmed back up so decided to wait a few days
    3)20 minutes exercise - minimum went fishing for a bit

    JFT Tuesday 1) brush/floss before bed
    2)zumba video or bellydance workout
  • Saragirl2
    Saragirl2 Posts: 630 Member
    JFT
    I will go back & read some of my past posts for inspiration. Need to revisit my goals & make them more concrete/measurable.
    Pretrack-struggling the past few days.
    Drink 9 cups of water.
    Walk - take puppy on 1/2 of it. Grateful to have her in my life.
    Listen to an inspiring podcast.
    Weights.
    Take MIL for PT evaluation. Be proactive at this meeting.
    Create 3 posters for church.
    Try blocking out time to stay focused on different tasks.
    In bed by 9:30.

    My mantra for the day "excellence doesn't just happen, it's a practiced habit".
  • kothkothi
    kothkothi Posts: 12 Member
    JFT - I will do an hour of cardio. Drink 64 oz of water. Log my food
  • jenean52
    jenean52 Posts: 80 Member
    Enjoying my day off
    JFT Tuesday
    1. Log all food
    2. Drink 64 oz of water
    3. Bike at least 30 min
    4. Relax and enjoy the day
  • shrcpr
    shrcpr Posts: 885 Member
    JFT, 10/20

    1. Stay within calories
    2. Insanity Max 30 workout + extra cardio workout
    3. Try to stay positive. Feeling very discouraged today.
  • bri170lb
    bri170lb Posts: 1,375 Member
    bri170lb wrote: »

    J4T Tuesday
    1. Put dinner in crock pot :smile:
    2. Take breakfast lunch and snack with me to work :smile:
    3. Maybe find time to go to the gym during the day. :smile:
    4. Go grocery shopping

    J4T Wednesday
    1. Take breakfast lunch and snack with me to work
    2. Focus on sticking to calorie goals one meal at a time
    3. Finally get to the grocery store




  • bri170lb
    bri170lb Posts: 1,375 Member
    shrcpr wrote: »
    3. Try to stay positive. Feeling very discouraged today.

    Even on a difficult day there is a definite time limit. Then you get a do over! :smile: Keep moving forward toward your goals.




  • kothkothi
    kothkothi Posts: 12 Member
    got to the cardio even though I didn't do it when I planned- got out in the rain even! That's what writing it out here helped with thanks! :) Still working on the water, logged all food.
  • bri170lb
    bri170lb Posts: 1,375 Member
    It really is wonderful to be able to make commitments to yourself and be able to follow through! It feels great and give you confidence for the future!



  • TerriRichardson112
    TerriRichardson112 Posts: 19,008 Member
    edited October 2015
    JFT Tues 20/10
    1. Pre-log/follow through :)
    2. 30 mins each of Cardio/strength/physio :)
    3. 6000+ steps :)
    4. Drink 8 cups water :)
    5. Go to the hair-dresser's :)

    JFT Wed 21/10
    1. Pre-log/follow through
    2. 30 mins each of Cardio/strength/physio
    3. 6000+ steps
    4. Drink 8 cups water
    5. Go shopping for groceries
    6. Enjoy whatever unfolds

    @bri170lb It is certainly a most liberating process, especially as it concentrates the mind on success. :smiley:
  • jenean52
    jenean52 Posts: 80 Member
    Wednesday JFT
    1. Log all food
    2. Bike 30 min
    3. Drink at least 7 glasses of water
    4. Peaceful thoughts
  • kothkothi
    kothkothi Posts: 12 Member
    Yes, thanks Bri. I've been tripping up on that with myself for some time now.. but having it openly declared gives it more weight somehow.
    bri170lb wrote: »
    It really is wonderful to be able to make commitments to yourself and be able to follow through! It feels great and give you confidence for the future!


    Today:

    Stilll working on the water - I WILL make it to 64 oz

    Have been logging food! yeah! Will keep it up

    1 strenght/circuit video, 1 yoga class.

    Have good one, y'all.
  • TeresaGoal145lbs
    TeresaGoal145lbs Posts: 57 Member
    Visualize feeling lighter and how good that feels.
    Eat within my calorie goal range to meet my goals.
  • bmayes2014
    bmayes2014 Posts: 232 Member
    bmayes2014 wrote: »
    I really like this. Seems so simple but so important for me. Just for today I WILL

    stay under 1400 calories
    stay under my carb macro
    have a salad
    get my workout clothes ready tonight for tomorrow morning's workout

    Just for today - have mindful eating, log my food, have enough will power to say 'no and no thank you'
  • Saragirl2
    Saragirl2 Posts: 630 Member
    JFT
    I will stay focused on my goals.
    Block time to get projects done.
    Drink 9 cups of water.
    Walk, Pilates & play with puppy.
    Pack healthy snacks.
    Salad for lunch. PRETRACKED already.
    Read something for inspiration.
    Early to bed.

    "If not now....WHEN?"
  • shrcpr
    shrcpr Posts: 885 Member
    bri170lb wrote: »
    shrcpr wrote: »
    3. Try to stay positive. Feeling very discouraged today.

    Even on a difficult day there is a definite time limit. Then you get a do over! :smile: Keep moving forward toward your goals.




    Thanks, Bri!
  • shrcpr
    shrcpr Posts: 885 Member
    shrcpr wrote: »
    JFT, 10/20

    1. Stay within calories
    2. Insanity Max 30 workout + extra cardio workout
    3. Try to stay positive. Feeling very discouraged today.

    Met eating and workout goals for the day yesterday so happy about that.

    JFT, 10/21
    1. Walk 10k steps. In SF for work today so won't be working out today. Get home too late and can't sleep if I work out late.
    2. Eat within calorie limits. Packed all my food for the day so should be good.
  • abacus93jp
    abacus93jp Posts: 55 Member
    Day 8! Beginning to see the days add up, one day at a time, however, I need to watch the sodium, went over today.
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