Just for today --- daily commitment thread

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  • ruby70
    ruby70 Posts: 459 Member
    I found a new app mapmyfitness I am sure it has been around for awhile but it is new to me. It is so awesome, it is GPS that tracks your workout & is really motivating me. Rainy today so that wasn't so nice. I am hoping to go bike shopping this weekend to buy a cyclocross bike. I have some money saved and really need something new. I hope I can make it happen.

    Hope you all are doing well. Keep on climbing & eventually we will reach the top! I believe in every single one of us!!!!

    Goal today
    1.) Make tomorrow better...
  • bri170lb
    bri170lb Posts: 1,375 Member


    J4T Thursday
    1. C25K, squats and calf raises :smile:
    2. Laundry and housework. Ha! I was too busy exercising to finish!
    3. Aqua-fit :smile:
    4. 1200-1500 calories :smile:
    5. Bible study :smile:

    J4T Friday
    1. Zumba
    2. 1200- 1500 calories
    3. Bible study
  • rositsky
    rositsky Posts: 25 Member
    New to this thread (but have been a MFP member for a while), and this seems like a great way to not feel overwhelmed.

    Just for Friday:
    - go to a new neighborhood fitness group that I joined
    - remember to take my vitamins
    - drinks lots of water
    - enjoy a "family movie night" with my kids and husband without snacking
  • TerriRichardson112
    TerriRichardson112 Posts: 19,153 Member
    JFT 11/06
    1. Staying under basic cals is hard. But I aim to eat back < 10% of my exercise calories today. :) finally managed this one (just. See no 2)
    2. Go to flower arranging :) This was the final meeting before summer break. Our leader had baked goodies. Arghhhhh! Will walk it off tonight.
    4. Do some Gardening/chores :) pruning, weeding, cleaning.
    5. Meet Writing deadlines :) got this out of the way early today. No late night. Yippee!

    [/quote]
    I love coming on here and reading your comments. It's inspiring to see how well people are doing and how tenacious they are in adversity.

    JFT 12/06
    1. Keep steps up and calories in down.
    2. De clutter table in workroom.
    3. Prepare for camera group photo shoot in Bangor Abbey this afternoon. Pray that the good weather remains lol
    4. Enjoy Barn Dance this evening. Eat a light snack late afternoon. There is supper tonight. Arghhhh!

    So much temptation this evening. Will the dancing be enough to let me indulge?

  • TerriRichardson112
    TerriRichardson112 Posts: 19,153 Member
    68myra wrote: »
    JFT, June 11:
    Only mindful eating today.

    I love the idea of mindful eating. It fits in with my philosophy to live in the now and savour every single moment of life.
  • BellaPixieKitten
    BellaPixieKitten Posts: 4 Member
    Just for today I am not going to snack on carbs between meals
  • TerriRichardson112
    TerriRichardson112 Posts: 19,153 Member
    JFT - keep logging and walking. Been so successful at it. Don't want to backslide.

    Am at maintenance goal. Maybe want to lose a couple more lbs now that I am here. My strategy right now is to eat my 1,260 week days and have 100 or 200 more cals each weekend day. Maintenance is a little trial and error. We'll see how it goes.

    Delighted you're at maintenance. You thought the losing was hard. Maintenance is too. Complacency is the enemy here. May your resolve carry you through. :heart:
  • vicky1947mfp
    vicky1947mfp Posts: 1,509 Member
    JFT - keep logging and walking. Been so successful at it. Don't want to backslide.

    Am at maintenance goal. Maybe want to lose a couple more lbs now that I am here. My strategy right now is to eat my 1,260 week days and have 100 or 200 more cals each weekend day. Maintenance is a little trial and error. We'll see how it goes.

    Delighted you're at maintenance. You thought the losing was hard. Maintenance is too. Complacency is the enemy here. May your resolve carry you through. :heart:

    So true. We can become complacent. Still need to be mindful and log everything I eat and keep up with my walking.
  • aerochic42
    aerochic42 Posts: 843 Member
    I said I would come back later to post when I thought of a JFT, well that was two days ago. So JFT FRIDAY!!!, I will:
    - not eat the granola bar unless I go to the gym
    - walk in evening at minimum
    - brush/floss after dinner
    - eat real dinner not just munching
  • Rebamae
    Rebamae Posts: 499 Member
    I just found this thread and hopefully it is OK if I join. I am on the Paleo eating lifestyle so my calories & etc will be a little different.

    Just for today:
    1. I will eat only my planned food - no late night snacking.
    2. I will not eat any of the apple pie which I baked for our family coming tonight (this is going to be a real tough one for me as pie is my all time favorite)
    3. I will get the dining room "unstacked" :p
    4. I will start building my steps toward the 10,000 goal. Increase from yesterday

    This is a wonderful thread! Thank you! B)
  • Saragirl2
    Saragirl2 Posts: 630 Member
    Saragirl2 wrote: »
    Read through some posts & just want to let everyone know how much I appreciate this thread. My thoughts & prayers go out to those of us who are struggling & gratefulness to MFPs who are willing to take the time lift others up.

    Yesterday I picked up a pedometer & waterproof hiking shoes. Today I break them in!

    Joan, I added 300lbs down to my reading list. She has a great sense of humour!

    JFT-
    10,000 on the new pedometer
    Track all food (seem fine for breakfast & lunch) but fall off the wagon after lunch
    Drink 9 cups of water
    Gardening
    Be grateful & journal

    Enjoy the day!

    Yesterday was a good day. My biggest struggle is tracking in the afternoon so I will pretrack today.

    note to self...hiking shoes can be heavier than sneakers.
    JFT
    Walk 45 mins in sneakers
    10,500 on the pedometer
    Water (added flavor water to change it up)
    Wash comforters at laundromat & do push ups/crunches when no one is watching!
    Keep tracking
    Journal
    Focus on the positive & get inspired!



  • Saragirl2
    Saragirl2 Posts: 630 Member

    Wednesday:

    It's a little hard to set goals for today. I have a random day off, so I am driving to the coast (3.5 hours each way) to help my parents with some things. Not entirely sure how much exercise I will be able to work in or exactly what I will eat.

    I don't have children, but I have mild parent worries. I really hope that my parents move back to civilization (they are currently in a very isolated wild/scenic area) and downsize before they get into their 80s. My mom is a transplant recipient and has some mild mobility issues. Usually my dad picks up the slack, but he is recovering from surgery...

    1. 10,000 steps :smile: 13,145
    2. Walk on the beach and/or stop for Zumba on the way home :)
    3. Be carb-conscious (I know, not very concrete/measurable, but maybe the best I can do today) :neutral:

    Thursday:
    1. 12,000 steps
    2. Lift heavy things
    3. Be strict about carbs, darnit!

    Hoping that you're able to get in some time for yourself. I know it can be a challenge looking after aging parents. Safe travels!
  • Saragirl2
    Saragirl2 Posts: 630 Member
    ruby70 wrote: »
    I found a new app mapmyfitness I am sure it has been around for awhile but it is new to me. It is so awesome, it is GPS that tracks your workout & is really motivating me. Rainy today so that wasn't so nice. I am hoping to go bike shopping this weekend to buy a cyclocross bike. I have some money saved and really need something new. I hope I can make it happen.

    Hope you all are doing well. Keep on climbing & eventually we will reach the top! I believe in every single one of us!!!!

    Goal today
    1.) Make tomorrow better...

    Best of luck finding a great bike! I love mine.
  • conniehgtv
    conniehgtv Posts: 309 Member
    bump
  • StacyWagstaff
    StacyWagstaff Posts: 1 Member
    JFT June 12
    1. Push ups, crunches, plank.
    2. Healthy snacks only: no cookies!!
    3. Clean behind refrigerator.
  • sunnydee216
    sunnydee216 Posts: 110 Member
    1. Go for a swim!
    2. Have a clean dinner.
    3. Finish up that laundry! :p
  • aerochic42
    aerochic42 Posts: 843 Member
    aerochic42 wrote: »
    I said I would come back later to post when I thought of a JFT, well that was two days ago. So JFT FRIDAY!!!, I will:
    - not eat the granola bar unless I go to the gym sigh I would have been better off eating the granola bar instead the red velvet cake in the break room. So this is no revised - no granola bar.
    - walk in evening at minimum
    - brush/floss after dinner
    - eat real dinner not just munching

  • ruby70
    ruby70 Posts: 459 Member
    Saragirl2 wrote: »
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    Best of luck finding a great bike! I love mine.[/quote]

    Thanks you Sara! Do you have any advice for me when I go shopping?? I am open to suggestions!
  • ruby70
    ruby70 Posts: 459 Member
    JFT Friday
    1. Do weight workout at lunch
    2. Be extra productive at work this afternoon
    3. No mindless snacking
  • mytime6630
    mytime6630 Posts: 4,290 Member
    ruby70 wrote: »
    Saragirl2 wrote: »
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    Best of luck finding a great bike! I love mine.

    Thanks you Sara! Do you have any advice for me when I go shopping?? I am open to suggestions![/quote]

    I bought a Trek "comfort" bike 10 yrs ago -- Love it!! The seat is a little wider than the skinny seats that most have. I can easily ride 30 miles without my butt hurting!
  • mytime6630
    mytime6630 Posts: 4,290 Member
    Just for today
    1. sugar detox - no sugar
    2. drink more water
    3. no snacking tonite - water only
  • azulvioleta6
    azulvioleta6 Posts: 4,195 Member

    Thursday:
    1. 12,000 steps :) 13,155
    2. Lift heavy things :(
    3. Be strict about carbs, darnit! :neutral:

    Was feeling really tired yesterday, so I skipped my workout and went to bed early. Still got in 90 minutes of walking, so I guess the day was not a total wash!

    Friday:
    1. 12,000 steps
    2. Lift heavy things
    3. Under 100 G carbs
  • 68myra
    68myra Posts: 975 Member
    June 12:
    Just For Tonight:
    No more eating. Liquids until breakfast.
    P/T exercises before bedtime.
  • bri170lb
    bri170lb Posts: 1,375 Member


    J4T Friday
    1. Zumba :smile:
    2. 1200- 1500 calories - when a little over today.
    3. Bible study :smile:

    J4T Saturday
    1. C25K
    2. 1200-1500 calories
    3. Maybe some weights and core exercises
  • TerriRichardson112
    TerriRichardson112 Posts: 19,153 Member
    edited June 2015
    JFT 12/06
    1. Keep steps up and calories in down. :) 12,635 today. The Barn Dance helped big time.
    2. De clutter table in workroom. :) Managed to clear the work table of most of the clutter. Just a few papers to file.
    3. Prepare for camera group photo shoot in Bangor Abbey this afternoon. :) Pray that the good weather remains lol :)
    4. Enjoy Barn Dance this evening. :grin: Eat a light snack late afternoon. :) There is supper tonight. Arghhhh! Lovely sandwiches but none of my favourites. I was driving so stuck to iced water. The caller was excellent.

    So much temptation this evening. Will the dancing be enough to let me indulge? :grin: It was more than enough!

    [/quote]

    JFT 13/06
    1. Go to the garden centre. I need oasis for flower arranging.
    2. Do some gardening. I need to trim my box hedges.
    3. Do some T'ai Chi.
    4. Have a walk.
    5. Keep steps up and calorie intake down.

    Have a wonderful day, everyone.
  • TerriRichardson112
    TerriRichardson112 Posts: 19,153 Member
    edited June 2015
    Saragirl2 wrote: »
    Saragirl2 wrote: »
    Read through some posts & just want to let everyone know how much I appreciate this thread. My thoughts & prayers go out to those of us who are struggling & gratefulness to MFPs who are willing to take the time lift others up.

    Yesterday I picked up a pedometer & waterproof hiking shoes. Today I break them in!

    Joan, I added 300lbs down to my reading list. She has a great sense of humour!

    JFT-
    10,000 on the new pedometer
    Track all food (seem fine for breakfast & lunch) but fall off the wagon after lunch
    Drink 9 cups of water
    Gardening
    Be grateful & journal

    Enjoy the day!

    Yesterday was a good day. My biggest struggle is tracking in the afternoon so I will pretrack today.

    note to self...hiking shoes can be heavier than sneakers.
    JFT
    Walk 45 mins in sneakers
    10,500 on the pedometer
    Water (added flavor water to change it up)
    Wash comforters at laundromat & do push ups/crunches when no one is watching!
    Keep tracking
    Journal
    Focus on the positive & get inspired!



    I love your supportive, positive attitude, Sara. I practice positivity, and love to pass it forward. So well done, you, for all the inspiration you are giving others. :grin:
  • Saragirl2
    Saragirl2 Posts: 630 Member
    JFT-
    catch my breath-journal & meditate.
    Work out while kids are in swimming lessons.
    Track ALL weekend.
    Try not to go overboard at Flag day BBQ.
    Have a terrific Saturday!!
  • lorilbuckner1
    lorilbuckner1 Posts: 172 Member
    JFT :p

    Get my 10,000 steps in while working a 12 hour day at a sit down desk job!!
    Drink at least 10 glasses of water
    Be thankful!!
    Send at least one encouraging msg to a family or friend...
  • 68myra
    68myra Posts: 975 Member
    68myra wrote: »
    June 12:
    Just For Tonight:
    No more eating. Liquids until breakfast.
    P/T exercises before bedtime.

    i blew it yesterday. didn't even bother to log it. let's say several handfuls of pecans. straight from the freezer.
    SO, Just For Today/Tonight, June 13:
    1: practice treading water while kids in the pool
    2: log every bite i eat, no matter what
    3: do as much physical therapy work as i can force myself to do
    4: be kind to myself and the people I live with :) (just for today, LOL)
  • Saragirl2
    Saragirl2 Posts: 630 Member

    Thursday:
    1. 12,000 steps :) 13,155
    2. Lift heavy things :(
    3. Be strict about carbs, darnit! :neutral:

    Was feeling really tired yesterday, so I skipped my workout and went to bed early. Still got in 90 minutes of walking, so I guess the day was not a total wash!

    Friday:
    1. 12,000 steps
    2. Lift heavy things
    3. Under 100 G carbs

    I bet going to bed early paid off. It's so important to pay attention to our bodies.
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