Just for today --- daily commitment thread

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  • shrcpr
    shrcpr Posts: 885 Member
    shrcpr wrote: »
    Happy Monday!

    Took the weekend off from logging and exercising. Now I'm glad to be back on my regular schedule.

    JFT, 12/21

    1. Stay within calorie limits :)
    2. Walk the dogs :)
    3. Strength workout: Push Circuit 1 :)
    4. Cardio workout or >10k steps :) Turbo Jam workout
    5. Enjoy these next two weeks at work when practically everyone else is off! Yay for many fewer emails and calls. :smiley:

    JFT, 12/22

    1. Stay within calorie limits
    2. Walk the dogs if it stops raining long enough
    3. Cardio workout
  • bri170lb
    bri170lb Posts: 1,375 Member
    edited December 2015
    bri170lb wrote: »


    J4T Monday

    Had a difficult day today, too busy to focus on my plan.
    1. Protein Smoothie for breakfast - ran out of ingredients
    2. Finish laundry - folded but not put away. Close, very close!
    3. Assorted Christmas business and chaos! :smiley: this I did!
    4. Stick to plan for eating lunch and dinner out - plan got wonky, couldn't eat when I needed to, ended up hungry and tired, ate too many cookies!
    Didn't do any exercising!




    J4T Tuesday
    1. Jog 5k :smiley: Done before anything else!
    2. Plan dinner
    3. Stick to calorie goals one meal at a time
    4. Only eat pre logged treats
    5. Gym for weights and Abs
    6. Grocery shopping
  • bri170lb
    bri170lb Posts: 1,375 Member
    I hope everyone is trying to relax and enjoy the pre-holiday activities. Today I am going to try to not let me healthy goals stress me out. I'll just do what I can do and let the rest go!
  • jet0505
    jet0505 Posts: 69 Member
    JFT 22nd and 23rd
    1. Stop eating sugar. It's everywhere right now and so tempting. But I can enjoy the holidays so much more if I focus on the wonderful people around me and not the treats.
    2. Enjoy the interruptions in my routine instead of feeling bogged down with my to-do lists
    3. Eat real meals to stop snacking throughout the day
  • bri170lb
    bri170lb Posts: 1,375 Member
    jet0505 wrote: »
    2. Enjoy the interruptions in my routine instead of feeling bogged down with my to-do lists

    I'm adding this to my to do lists! Thanks!
  • kcgcchit
    kcgcchit Posts: 11 Member
    JFT...I'm going to the gym to workout...even though I'd rather go home and veg on the couch after work...
  • bri170lb
    bri170lb Posts: 1,375 Member
    edited December 2015
    abacus93jp wrote: »
    Well, I'm back! Have tried to stay on track and did well for all but 2 days. Have been staying within my calorie and nutrient goals and have been getting about 9000 steps per day, if not more. My husband has been away helping a sick friend and my Aunt and cousins were here for the weekend. It was my aunt's 98th bday last week(1 of the days) cousins here ( the other day) My husband got back yesterday ( our 30th anniversary) he got back too late to do anything- good for my food intake. He is having surgery tomorrow (angioplasty) hopefully that will work and he won't need the bypass, oh it is his birthday. We are staying home for Christmas(going to miss my daughter and grandkids) so I am going off my goals just for that day! I think I will need a break by then! Bad excuse? But JFT I will track everything, stay within goals and get my walking in, even though it's raining, will do that tomorrow and the day after Christmas and so on and so on! And I will be grateful! Happy Holidays!

    My theory on excuses...the only one that's not acceptable is one that makes you quit, because life happens and sometimes you have to change your plans but you only fail when you quit.

    I'm praying your hubby recovers quickly and his procedure is extremly successful.
  • abacus93jp
    abacus93jp Posts: 55 Member
    Thanks for all of the encouragement! I don't plan on quitting! I plan on continuing this journey one day at a time!
  • bri170lb
    bri170lb Posts: 1,375 Member
    edited December 2015
    bri170lb wrote: »



    J4T Tuesday
    1. Jog 5k :smiley: Done before anything else!
    2. Plan dinner :smile:
    3. Stick to calorie goals one meal at a time :smile:
    4. Only eat pre logged treats :smile:
    5. Gym for weights and Abs - did Ab Challenge at home. :smile: Did not go to gym and I don't think I will make it there for the rest of the week. There just,aren't enough hours in the day!
    6. Grocery shopping : Very glad that I got this one done! :smile:

    J4T Wednesday
    1. Walk in the morning
    2. Ab Challenge
    3. Make a plan for lunch and dinner, stick to the plan.
    4. Finish Christmas shopping and take time to enjoy myself instead of feeling stressed about my to-do list.
    5. Wrap gifts

  • Elaine352962
    Elaine352962 Posts: 288 Member
    JFT

    Log everything
    Be good, if not go for lower calorie options
    Bulk cook and freeze
    Stay in control
    Say no to temptation.

    Have a great day everyone.
  • shrcpr
    shrcpr Posts: 885 Member
    shrcpr wrote: »
    JFT, 12/22

    1. Stay within calorie limits :)
    2. Walk the dogs if it stops raining long enough :) Well, I took them for a walk even though it was raining lightly. We were all wet when we got home but they were bugging me so much to go out I caved.
    3. Cardio workout :) Turbo Jam workout

    JFT, 12/23

    1. Stay within calorie limits
    2. Walk the dogs
    3. Strength workout: Push Circuit 2
    4. Cardio workout or >10k steps (Ggrr forgot to put my Fitbit on after charging and went for a walk without it this morning)

    Happy Wednesday!
  • TerriRichardson112
    TerriRichardson112 Posts: 19,047 Member
    JFT Tues 22/12
    1. Prelim/follow through/90+ minutes exercise/8000+ steps/8 cups liquid.
    2. Put up Christmas tree before lunch.
    3. Prep for Christmas Day.
    4.
    :grin: Did quite well today. We are almost ready for our guests.

    JFT Wed 23/12
    1. Prelim/follow through/90+ minutes exercise/8000+ steps/8 cups liquid.
    2. Go grocery shopping at 7 am.
    3. Prep dining room for Christmas.
    4. Go to see new Star Wars movie with my daughter after lunch.
    5. Finish Christmas shopping.
  • 47Jacqueline
    47Jacqueline Posts: 6,993 Member
    JFT Tuesday 12/22/15
    1) OT at 9
    2) Watercolor paintings for Thursday's get-together
    3) Figure out what to do with some odds and ends for storage

    ^no painting

    JFT Wednesday 12/23/15
    Went to a new orthopedist and found out I've been walking around for three months with an undiagnosed hip fracture. So...
    1) Made PT appt for Jan 7
    2) Made Pool appt for Jan 6
    3) Will not wreak vengence on the last orthopedist, but will definitely report it to my internist who referred me to the first one.
  • Elaine352962
    Elaine352962 Posts: 288 Member
    Jacqueline don't forget to put a photo of your watercolour painting on here, I would love to see your work. I am sure other people on this site would too.

    Lots of love and best wishes for Christmas everyone.

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  • bri170lb
    bri170lb Posts: 1,375 Member
    bri170lb wrote: »

    J4T Wednesday
    1. Walk in the morning :smile:
    2. Ab Challenge :smile:
    3. Make a plan for lunch and dinner, stick to the plan. :smile: had to eat out unxepectedly, but stay within limits except a few extra cookies.
    4. Finish Christmas shopping and take time to enjoy myself instead of feeling stressed about my to-do list. :smile:
    5. Wrap gifts :smile:

    J4T Thursday
    1. Eat a light breakfast and lunch
    2. Take a walk
    3. Get dinner started
    4. Go to church
    5. Party like it's Christmas Eve!

    I'm not going to log for a couple of days so...
    Merry Christmas to all of you who celebrate and May God Bless You All!
  • CherieCora
    CherieCora Posts: 9 Member
    edited December 2015
    This is full of fun daily goals! I want to get in on this!

    J4T:
    Take a 30 min. walk in the morning.
    Drink 4 glasses Of water.
  • mayaminyuhaniz
    mayaminyuhaniz Posts: 2 Member
    Just for today 24 dec 2015,

    do some excercise for 30min.
  • TerriRichardson112
    TerriRichardson112 Posts: 19,047 Member
    edited December 2015
    JFT Wed 23/12
    1. Prelog/follow through/90+ minutes exercise/8000+ steps/8 cups liquid. :)
    2. Go grocery shopping at 7 am. :)
    3. Prep dining room for Christmas. :)
    4. Go to see new Star Wars movie with my daughter after lunch. :)
    5. Finish Christmas shopping. :)

    JFT Thurs 24/12
    1. Prelog/follow through/90+ minutes exercise/8000+ steps/8 cups liquid.
    2. Collect the turkey/gammon from the butcher.
    3. Cook turkey/ham and portion it out for tomorrow. Prep veg.
    4. Wrap presents.
    5. Make dinner for family. Barbecued ribs, salads etc.

    :star: Merry Christmas Eve :star:

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  • Saragirl2
    Saragirl2 Posts: 630 Member
    Miss you all JFTS! Need to catch up.
    Today I will:
    Be patient.
    Drink 9 cups of water.
    Work out (cardio & strength)
    Read for inspiration.
    Call my parents.
    Pack fresh fruit & carrots for snack.
    Finish wrapping.
    First time being an usher at our church service.
    Set some goals...I feel like a boat without a rudder.
  • BoaRestrictor
    BoaRestrictor Posts: 194 Member
    Just for today,
    I am going to successfully fast.
    Do both my planned exercises.
  • Saragirl2
    Saragirl2 Posts: 630 Member
    bri170lb wrote: »
    bri170lb wrote: »



    J4T Monday
    1. Pre log breakfast, lunch and dinner and stick to the plan. - a little over on calories
    2. Finish Christmas decorating. - about 75% done
    4. Work on planning meals and making grocery list for next 2 weeks - not yet
    5. Day 13 of Ab Challenge :smile:
    6. Go for a walk :smile: 5 miles
    7. Adding day 14 of Ab Challenge :smile: -did 2 days worth to make up for being lazy over


    Bri170lb, you've inspired me. I've been struggling with keeping on track & I noticed that you're doing an ab challenge. I need to look into committing to a challenge in hopes that it'll help me stay accountable. Thank you for sharing!
  • shrcpr
    shrcpr Posts: 885 Member
    shrcpr wrote: »
    JFT, 12/23

    1. Stay within calorie limits :)
    2. Walk the dogs :)
    3. Strength workout: Push Circuit 2 :)
    4. Cardio workout or >10k steps (Ggrr forgot to put my Fitbit on after charging and went for a walk without it this morning) :) Almost!

    Happy Wednesday!

    So, I think I have plantar fasciitis in my right foot. Have an appointment for Monday with the doctor. This worries me because I love my high-impact, high-intensity cardio because it burns lots of calories and keeps me off medication for depression. I'm worried about how this will affect my weight loss and my emotional state (which are tied closely together as with most people). Even walking is becoming painful so I will have to see if the elliptical is better or the stationary bike, which I hate. Hopefully I hate being depressed more than the bike. :|

    Anyway, back to the actual thread topic.

    JFT, 12/24


    1. Stay within calorie limits
    2. Walk the dogs (wearing my good shoes with orthotics)
    3. No walking around the house barefoot
    4. Today is cardio day so go to the gym and test out if the elliptical bothers my foot
    5. Try not to panic and think this is the end of the world
  • shrcpr
    shrcpr Posts: 885 Member
    JFT Tuesday 12/22/15
    1) OT at 9
    2) Watercolor paintings for Thursday's get-together
    3) Figure out what to do with some odds and ends for storage

    ^no painting

    JFT Wednesday 12/23/15
    Went to a new orthopedist and found out I've been walking around for three months with an undiagnosed hip fracture. So...
    1) Made PT appt for Jan 7
    2) Made Pool appt for Jan 6
    3) Will not wreak vengence on the last orthopedist, but will definitely report it to my internist who referred me to the first one.

    Oh my goodness, Jacqueline, that sounds painful (and frustrating). Wishing you a speedy recovery!
  • jet0505
    jet0505 Posts: 69 Member
    JFT -
    1. Plantar fasciitis stretches three times today
    2. Abstain from processed sugar. I'm finding I do better when I completely abstain rather than moderate the sugar. Gretchen Rubin's book Better Than Before is helping me recognize weaknesses and strengths with my goal setting :smile:
    3. Spend time reflecting on good things/blessings in my life.
    4. Stationery bike and walking around mountain while family is skiing.

    Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you all. I'm thankful for the support and encouragement from this positive group of people!
  • jet0505
    jet0505 Posts: 69 Member
    shrcpr wrote: »

    So, I think I have plantar fasciitis in my right foot. Have an appointment for Monday with the doctor. This worries me because I love my high-impact, high-intensity cardio because it burns lots of calories and keeps me off medication for depression. I'm worried about how this will affect my weight loss and my emotional state (which are tied closely together as with most people). Even walking is becoming painful so I will have to see if the elliptical is better or the stationary bike, which I hate. Hopefully I hate being depressed more than the bike. :|

    So sorry to hear about your plantar fasciitis. There are some great resources and stretching excersies online to help you heal. I've dealt with it on and off for the last 6 years. When I recognize early signs of recurrence and start stretching right away, it can usually be kept at bay. I'm not a fan of stationary bikes, but the pain, especially in the morning, will force you to make some changes until you can heal the area. I'm back to stretching again right now after trying to kick up my cardio with high impact too quickly. Good luck!!
  • 47Jacqueline
    47Jacqueline Posts: 6,993 Member


    JFT Wednesday 12/23/15
    Went to a new orthopedist and found out I've been walking around for three months with an undiagnosed hip fracture. So...
    1) Made PT appt for Jan 7
    2) Made Pool appt for Jan 6
    3) Will not wreak vengence on the last orthopedist, but will definitely report it to my internist who referred me to the first one.

    ^still pissed, but kept my word

    JFT Thursday
    1) 2 more paintings to do and @Elaine352962 - I'll post pictures
    2) Christmas eve party 7PM
    3) Wash hair
  • razzle973
    razzle973 Posts: 194 Member
    I just found this thread and love it! Here are my goals, JFT:

    - make it to 10k steps
    - meet with a friend, exchange gifts, only eat one of her amazing homemade cookies :blush:
    - clean up the house in preparation for tomorrow
    - do a low impact cardio workout before bed

    I can't wait to follow along with you all as you reach your goals! and for those who celebrate it, Merry Christmas!
  • TerriRichardson112
    TerriRichardson112 Posts: 19,047 Member
    edited December 2015
    JFT Thurs 24/12
    1. Prelog/follow through/90+ minutes exercise/8000+ steps/8 cups liquid.
    2. Collect the turkey/gammon from the butcher.
    3. Cook turkey/ham and portion it out for tomorrow. Prep veg.
    4. Wrap presents.
    5. Make dinner for family. Barbecued ribs, salads etc.
    :star: Went to bed early after a hectic but wonderful day with my family around. :star:

    Great to see everybody sticking to their goals

    :heart: Welcome to our newcomers. This works, so stick with us.
    • Start small, keep it simple.
    • Celebrate your success.
    • Build upon your successes

    JFT Fri 25/12
    :star::heart: Enjoy Christmas Day. See you back on the bus tomorrow :heart: :star:

    :star: Merry Christmas :star:

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  • TerriRichardson112
    TerriRichardson112 Posts: 19,047 Member
    @Elaine352962 This is one of my watercolours.
    I love your pictures. Your last pencil sketch is my favourite.

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  • 47Jacqueline
    47Jacqueline Posts: 6,993 Member
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    JFT Thursday
    1) 2 more paintings to do and @Elaine352962 - I'll post pictures
    2) Christmas eve party 7PM
    3) Wash hair[/quote]

    ^didnt do paintings. Or wash my hair.

    JFT Friday 12/25/15
    1) Star Wars this morning
    2) Visit my cousin,
    3) Clean up
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