Help with routines

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cheryl0214 wrote: »

I have actually tried the frozen prep meals at one time, but I would either forget to lay them out to cook or they would cook too long in crockpot because I had to work longer than planned and they would not be enjoyable. I am looking at all these wonder suggestions and comments thinking to myself, I can do this. I did it when I was married even though I was tired when I got home, I can do it now....push myself, encouraging myself, reward myself because I am better than what I have become, I am worth taking care of myself. I truly want to say thanks for all the comments, I think I came to the right place to find the encouragement I need. Thank you all

There's an easy (and fairly cheap) solution to the cooking too long problem - if your crock pot doesn't have a built-in timer that will shut it off/switch to warm, you can buy a timer for it.

Manual one like this or this.

Or "smart" ones with wifi, like this.

I'm a tech geek, so I have the one with wifi - means I can turn on/off the timer from anywhere, but the manual ones do the job too! Set your crock pot to whatever heat is appropriate, and the timer will do the rest

~Lyssa

emailmehere1122

Wow...nice job and it looks tasty.

Aerona85

That bowl looks great! That is very similar to what I do. Pre-cook ingredients for meals I like so dinner can literally be throwing something together. And yes, small steps. Every little change adds up and it is much easier to stick with things when don't slowly. Nice job!

CynthiasChoice

Your bowl looks fantastic! You are doing so well! I'm so impressed with you!

I love this community - they have already given all the advice I would give plus more!

I'm a Trader Joe's fan myself, and love their frozen foods and also their selection of cleaned and prepared raw veggies, lentils, beets, salads, etc. A few days ago I picked up two packages of fresh baby broccoli and a package of kale. I steamed them then sautéed with garlic and a bit of olive oil. Those veggies were there when I was hungry for lunch or dinner and lasted three days. I've noticed my diet hums along smoothly if I have some leftover cooked meat in the fridge and cooked veggies ready to heat up.

I second the opinion that an exercise program can wait a bit until you have dropped some weight. Your job sounds strenuous enough for now on weekdays. On weekends, a long walk might feel good. Be kind to your knees and back, etc. and keep things gentle for now to avoid injury.