JUST FOR TODAY ....... One day at a time ..... Daily Commitment Thread for 2018
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So yesterday my husband, boys and I went to a family BBQ and I had all good intentions not to eat over my calorie limit. I did really well the first half of the day, but by the time all the pot luck dishes arrived and the food was all there, I kind of lost it. LOL
I was wondering if anyone had any good ideas/tips on how to keep yourself on track during an occasion like a BBQ or a holiday get-together? I feel like I do pretty well during "normal" days when I'm working from home etc..., but it's the bbqs etc... that still get me. Tips that have worked for any of you would be GREATLY appreciated!! Thanks!
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Holy Crow. Since Wednesday there have been 87 posts, although I think that I away more behind then that! Lol.
It has not been a good few days for me. Well, it has been, just not food wise. Work was great TH and F. My HT was off so we had someone cover from a different branch and boy was she helpful! Although I think she may have gotten me sick! Lol. I am taking Tuesday and Wednesday off. So I only have to work M, Th, and F. That makes me really happy. I have a new friend(who I adore) that I met at church. She has a 3 yo and a 1yo that I am spending time with. That's what I did on Wednesday. We went to a local beach that was surprisingly uncrowded and had a blast. I am usually not a beach person at all...like I mean AT ALL. But the water was super warm and I didnt burn. It was just a great day overall.
I got a lot done yesterday although the DH and I overindulged alcohol wise a bit. I ended up going to bed really early. I'm not really supposed to drink on my medication because it makes me super sleepy. 2 beers makes me tried. 3 beers put me to sleep. I had 4. Lol. I laid down for about 2 hours, got back up, hung out with the DH for a while, dozed on the couch and eventually went back to sleep. Lol. But I woke up just fine today. No hangover(I usually dont get one) and it was pretty easy to get out of bed today.
The DH is working this afternoon so today is going to be a cleaning day. I also have to run to Walmart to pick up the DH's medication and some more coffee this morning. So onto the list!
JFT,
1. Pick up DH's med before work
2. Laundry!
3. DISHES
4. Something in the crock
5. Finish food prep
6. Sweep
7. Change garbage
8. Clean bathroom!!!!!
9. Nap if desired
10. Visit Mom
I think that that is all for today.
I hope everyone has a great day!3 -
nickssweetheart wrote: »Just for Yesterday (Sat, 7/8/18)
1. Log everything I eat and stay under my calorie goal.
2. Do physical therapy morning and evening.
3. Drink 80 oz of water.
4. Make split pea soup for next week.
I made a calculated decision not to do this, as I was feeling extra munchy yesterday and felt that my goals would be better served by staying completely out of the kitchen. I'll make it this morning.
5. Eat only when hungry.
6. Get out of the house and get some activity. Walked and then saw a movie.
Just for Today:
1. Log everything I eat and stay under my calorie goal
2. Do physical therapy morning and evening
3. Drink 80 oz of water
4. Make split pea soup
5. Eat only when hungry
6. Yoga routine
Great job hitting your goals! What movie did you see?
I saw Ant Man and the Wasp. I am a bit of a Marvel junkie, to be perfectly honest. I thought it was really good!3 -
sarah74_vt wrote: »So yesterday my husband, boys and I went to a family BBQ and I had all good intentions not to eat over my calorie limit. I did really well the first half of the day, but by the time all the pot luck dishes arrived and the food was all there, I kind of lost it. LOL
I was wondering if anyone had any good ideas/tips on how to keep yourself on track during an occasion like a BBQ or a holiday get-together? I feel like I do pretty well during "normal" days when I'm working from home etc..., but it's the bbqs etc... that still get me. Tips that have worked for any of you would be GREATLY appreciated!! Thanks!
For national holiday type get-togethers, I don't really try to hold it together, apart from making sure I eat plenty of veggies so they take of some higher calorie space. I try to do the "half plate of fruit and veggies" rule, but apart from that I figure a few times a year isn't going to make a dramatic difference in my weight loss goals. Oh, and I try to split dessert with someone. (Although if it's a multi-dessert event sometimes I'll end up having half of two...but that's still better than ALL of two...)
For family BBQs, if you're likely to get together regularly all summer, that's a little tougher. I tend to make poorer decisions if I get too hungry and food is in front of me, so maybe bringing something very low-cal like a tray of cucumbers, bell peppers, and jicama (which are low-cal even by vegetable standards) and munching on it frequently would help? Then you can just choose your favorite one or two dishes to indulge in?3 -
Goals for yesterday:
Stay under 1409 calories ✔
Get my shopping done for camp next week: nope! I just couldn't bring myself to do it...
Goals for today:
Go on a walk
Stay under 1800 calories (it is my "splurge" day)
Do all the laundry
Get shopping done for camp that I didn't do yesterday
Get some shopping done for my vacation in August
Make lunches for work this week
It is a big list, but hopefully I'll have the energy to get it all done. If I do, then I will have been moving around for most of the day and will be less likely to overeat. So, here we go!3 -
JFT
1. Finish at least 1 liter of water while the sun is up - yes
2. Log all food - yes
3. Bring snacks to friend's - yes
JFT
1. Log all food
2. Eat breakfast
3. Be kind3 -
JFT - Saturday July 7
2L of Water -
Stay in Green by 150 - 190 left
Outside 15 Minutes
Write in Journal -
Get some activity in somehow - 4km walk
JFT - Sunday July 8
2l of water
Stay in maintenance calories
Outside 15 minutes
Write in Journal
Rest day for exercise
Today I am taking the kids home then going to my meeting.
When I get back from that I think I may rearrange my cupboards a bit. Other than that a relaxing day.2 -
sarah74_vt wrote: »So yesterday my husband, boys and I went to a family BBQ and I had all good intentions not to eat over my calorie limit. I did really well the first half of the day, but by the time all the pot luck dishes arrived and the food was all there, I kind of lost it. LOL
I was wondering if anyone had any good ideas/tips on how to keep yourself on track during an occasion like a BBQ or a holiday get-together? I feel like I do pretty well during "normal" days when I'm working from home etc..., but it's the bbqs etc... that still get me. Tips that have worked for any of you would be GREATLY appreciated!! Thanks!
I have allowed myself one day a week to go into maintenance or a bit over. This allows for days like that. I have also set one day s month and some special days I have coming up as relaxed days. I’ll try to be in maintenance but will allow myself to enjoy the day fully.2 -
@nickssweetheart , glad you enjoyed the movie!1
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I went to Aldi this morning to pick up a few things that I didn't buy yesterday and forgot to eat breakfast before, so I've already deviated from my food plan today! Not a great look for the July challenge. I also got a good deal on some beautiful strawberries (99 cents a lb!) so I changed dinner around too.
But a plan is only a plan, it exists to serve me, not the other way around. Sometimes I have to remind myself of this!2 -
sarah74_vt wrote: »So yesterday my husband, boys and I went to a family BBQ and I had all good intentions not to eat over my calorie limit. I did really well the first half of the day, but by the time all the pot luck dishes arrived and the food was all there, I kind of lost it. LOL
I was wondering if anyone had any good ideas/tips on how to keep yourself on track during an occasion like a BBQ or a holiday get-together? I feel like I do pretty well during "normal" days when I'm working from home etc..., but it's the bbqs etc... that still get me. Tips that have worked for any of you would be GREATLY appreciated!! Thanks!
For the big family holidays, I usually go ahead and eat the things that only get made once or twice a year...like dressing, green bean casserole and cheesy potatoes at Christmas or Thanksgiving. I try to keep my portions to one scoop. But for family cookouts, I usually eat the meat without a bun (hamburgers, brats, hotdogs), cheese & sausage without the crackers...things like that. I try to stick to the fruit and veggie trays and away from the chips and dips. I bring my own drink (water, ice tea, etc) and sometimes snacks too. But I don't beat myself up if I give into the temptation...because a person has to live too, right? Memories are what my kids will remember...not my weight. 3 -
Oiy! What a busy day! Although the board doesnt seem too busy today! I hope everyone is out enjoying whatever weather they have today. Lol. I sure did. I took a 1.5-hour walk with my parent's dog in the park by the house. Cleaned the house, did a few loads of laundry, raked part of the front yard and pulled a whole bunch of weeds. I have been meaning to do the raking since the beginning of spring. It was finally nice enough. I have to finish raking and then mow.
The DH is having a rough day at work. Apparently, the store is incredibly busy and extremely shorthanded. He has one hour left at work. I can't wait until he gets home and he has the day off tomorrow. He needs a break. Lol.
I'm bored now though. Lol. I did pretty much everything but finishing the food prep. I dont think I am going to get it done actually. Lol
I hope everyone is having a great night!3 -
HGSmith0920 wrote: »Oiy! What a busy day! Although the board doesnt seem too busy today! I hope everyone is out enjoying whatever weather they have today. Lol. I sure did. I took a 1.5-hour walk with my parent's dog in the park by the house. Cleaned the house, did a few loads of laundry, raked part of the front yard and pulled a whole bunch of weeds. I have been meaning to do the raking since the beginning of spring. It was finally nice enough. I have to finish raking and then mow.
The DH is having a rough day at work. Apparently, the store is incredibly busy and extremely shorthanded. He has one hour left at work. I can't wait until he gets home and he has the day off tomorrow. He needs a break. Lol.
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Sounds like your DH wasn't the only one working hard today. Sending you both wishes for a relaxing evening together!
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@nickssweetheart Thank you! We both worked really hard today. The DH didnt leave work until 15 minutes after his scheduled time. But he is home now and doesnt have to go back until Tuesday morning. Lol. We definitely are going to have a relaxing night. Monday night baseball is on right now.1
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I came back to find your wonderfully splendiforous post! Totally made my day.mytime6630 wrote: »I have been gone since Monday .... and in that time.... there were 135 posts!!! Wow - you guys are all amazing! I still have to go back through and catch up on what I have missed!
And .... here should be my drum roll .... my weight this morning was 189.2 pounds! You guys that have been with me know how long I have been trying to get out of the 190s! Like all year!!! LOL!!! So I am officially just 11 pounds before I can be out of the "overweight" charts.
I am so excited for you! Wow! So impressed and happy and well, everything! YEA for YOU.
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HGSmith0920 wrote: »JFT,
1. Pick up DH's med before work
2. Laundry!
3. DISHESOnly have the crock pot left and it is soaking
4. Something in the crock
5. Finish food prep
6. Sweep
9. Change garbage
10. Clean bathroom!!!!!
11. Nap if desired
Decided not to
12. Visit MomSeveral times actually. Lol
Had a really active day today. If you see my above post. I did laundry up at Mom's house and chatted with her a few times. It was good. I ended up not taking a nap and instead went outside to work in the yard. We had a little forest growing over our front step so I ripped the whole thing out. I have to move a big heavy wooden step to be able to rip out the roots. It grows very quickly and pervasively. I also raked a whole bunch. My yard is completely covered in shade from very tall trees so my yard is mostly fallen leaves and weeds. Lol. I want to spend some more time tidying it up. I probably should have done it in the spring but the bugs were SO bad that it was insane and now they aren't too bad but it's like 100F every day. I can't seem to win. Hopefully, I'll get a few more days of nice weather over the coming weeks. For dinner, I just threw things into the crock pot but it was amazing! It was 2.5lbs of boneless chicken breasts, a can of fat-free cream of chicken soup, a packet of dry ranch dressing mix, 2/3 cup chicken broth, 4 oz of cream cheese and 2 cups of cooked rigatoni pasta. It was super creamy. A tad high calorically but definitely filling. It also makes a pretty big batch.
So on to my list for tomorrow.
JFT, 7/9/18
1. Up @ 6
2. Yoga-Need to get back into this
3. JFT while at work
4. Look over severely screwed up budget
5. Dinner(Taco Turkey and Rice)
6. Call Dr. C
7. DH time
8. Shower/Teeth/Face
9. Bed whenever
Hope everyone is having a great night!1 -
Oh yeah...I wanted to put this out there. I know I shouldn't but I feel kind of ashamed about it. In the last 6 weeks, I've gained back about 8 pounds. I know a lot of it is water weight. We've been eating a lot of takeout over the last few weeks. I need to get out the habit of doing that and back into eating healthier and moving more. I also think that I am going to keep my gym membership current and actually make time to do it!
On June 1 I was 148.8
On June 21 I was 151.5
On July 8 I was 159.7
So today I am starting over again. I am determined to get back to 148!4 -
@HGSmith0920 - no doubt your gain is mostly water but either way you’ve caught it early and are back on track which is fab! Realistically the worst you’ve done is set yourself back a couple of days. And entirely understandable when you’ve had house guests as well as work to contend with!
Don’t feel ashamed - ups and downs are part of life. Get back on it without a second thought! X1 -
I forgot to get back on here last night. Yesterday was ok - weather extremely hot so it was super tempting just to lie around doing nothing! But the girls and I got a couple of walks in and played around spraying water in the garden so had some fun. I did a little BBQ for us and it was yummy. I have a tough work week this week. More juggling as I have events for my school and the girls have things I need to attend as well so yet again lots of running around.
Recap Sunday goals
- morning workout ✅
- April challenge ✅
- May challenge ✅
- June challenge ✅
- July challenge ✅
- Firm up plans for the rest of the term does “just get through it” count as a plan???
- Early night ✅
Goals for Monday
- morning workout
- L graduation show
- Leave show on time/early to get to work by 10:45
- April challenge
- May challenge
- June challenge
- July challenge ✅ pre-logged most of it
- Go from work to central London for gift voucher
- Thank you card
- Early night
Have a great start to the week everyone! X1 -
HGSmith0920 wrote: »Oh yeah...I wanted to put this out there. I know I shouldn't but I feel kind of ashamed about it. In the last 6 weeks, I've gained back about 8 pounds. I know a lot of it is water weight. We've been eating a lot of takeout over the last few weeks. I need to get out the habit of doing that and back into eating healthier and moving more. I also think that I am going to keep my gym membership current and actually make time to do it!
On June 1 I was 148.8
On June 21 I was 151.5
On July 8 I was 159.7
So today I am starting over again. I am determined to get back to 148!
Absolutely NOTHING to be embarrassed about! Life happens. It's what we do after it happens that matters, and you caught it! hugs to you! Missed you!1 -
Had an absolute blast this weekend! Got out kayaking on the lake three times, even once with my grandma who is just a phenomenal lady. Definitely did some splurging, but usually I go all out at grandma's and this time I made some better choices. Here's my check (and weigh) in!
For the weekend:
Meal plan (Friday) and go grocery shopping on Sunday ✅
30 minutes exercise both days ✅
Keep indulgences low and those that I really love; limit mindless snacking ✅
Do the best I can and learn from how it goes ✅-Definitely still learning
Track food and exercise-on paper if I can't access this site ✅
Water challenge-80 oz. ✅
Relax, enjoy my family's company ✅
Go out on the LAKE! ✅ ✅ ✅
Post here for accountability when I can ✅
Weigh in:
Week 0: 190
Week 1: 187.6
Week 2: 187.8
Week 3: 185.6-that's the right direction!
For tomorrow (keeping it simple for my late day!):
House chores
30 minutes exercise both days
Meet 1200 net calories, counting exercise
Track food and exercise
Water challenge-80 oz.
Post here for accountability when I can4 -
HGSmith0920 wrote: »Oh yeah...I wanted to put this out there. I know I shouldn't but I feel kind of ashamed about it. In the last 6 weeks, I've gained back about 8 pounds. I know a lot of it is water weight. We've been eating a lot of takeout over the last few weeks. I need to get out the habit of doing that and back into eating healthier and moving more. I also think that I am going to keep my gym membership current and actually make time to do it!
On June 1 I was 148.8
On June 21 I was 151.5
On July 8 I was 159.7
So today I am starting over again. I am determined to get back to 148!
Good for you! Right now. Not tomorrow! Write down your goals JFT...DRINK LOTS OF WATER!!! And purpose to make tomorrow a success! Don't worry about the next day. And I'm right there with you...haven't weighed but I know I'm up some...
So, we need to make like a train and...
ooooh that was BAD!
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HGSmith0920 wrote: »Oh yeah...I wanted to put this out there. I know I shouldn't but I feel kind of ashamed about it. In the last 6 weeks, I've gained back about 8 pounds. I know a lot of it is water weight. We've been eating a lot of takeout over the last few weeks. I need to get out the habit of doing that and back into eating healthier and moving more. I also think that I am going to keep my gym membership current and actually make time to do it!
On June 1 I was 148.8
On June 21 I was 151.5
On July 8 I was 159.7
So today I am starting over again. I am determined to get back to 148!
Good for you! Right now. Not tomorrow! Write down your goals JFT...DRINK LOTS OF WATER!!! And purpose to make tomorrow a success! Don't worry about the next day. And I'm right there with you...haven't weighed but I know I'm up some...
So, we need to make like a train and...
ooooh that was BAD!
I love your bad jokes lol2 -
Had an absolute blast this weekend! Got out kayaking on the lake three times, even once with my grandma who is just a phenomenal lady. Definitely did some splurging, but usually I go all out at grandma's and this time I made some better choices. Here's my check (and weigh) in!
For the weekend:
Meal plan (Friday) and go grocery shopping on Sunday ✅
30 minutes exercise both days ✅
Keep indulgences low and those that I really love; limit mindless snacking ✅
Do the best I can and learn from how it goes ✅-Definitely still learning
Track food and exercise-on paper if I can't access this site ✅
Water challenge-80 oz. ✅
Relax, enjoy my family's company ✅
Go out on the LAKE! ✅ ✅ ✅
Post here for accountability when I can ✅
Weigh in:
Week 0: 190
Week 1: 187.6
Week 2: 187.8
Week 3: 185.6-that's the right direction!
For tomorrow (keeping it simple for my late day!):
House chores
30 minutes exercise both days
Meet 1200 net calories, counting exercise
Track food and exercise
Water challenge-80 oz.
Post here for accountability when I can
Look at those numbers going down down down!! It's always so exciting when we see each other's weight loss...we are all on this journey together! Way to enjoy G'ma's good cookin' while still eating less than before. That is not easy, but you did it!2 -
1. Log everything I eat and stay under my calorie goal
2. Do physical therapy morning and evening
3. Drink 80 oz of water
4. Make split pea soup
5. Eat only when hungry
6. Yoga routine
Didn't miss a one! Yay!
Just for Monday:
1. Log everything I eat and stay under my calorie goal.
2. Do physical therapy morning and evening.
3. Drink 64 oz of water.
4. Eat only when hungry.
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Had an absolute blast this weekend! Got out kayaking on the lake three times, even once with my grandma who is just a phenomenal lady. Definitely did some splurging, but usually I go all out at grandma's and this time I made some better choices. Here's my check (and weigh) in!
For the weekend:
Meal plan (Friday) and go grocery shopping on Sunday ✅
30 minutes exercise both days ✅
Keep indulgences low and those that I really love; limit mindless snacking ✅
Do the best I can and learn from how it goes ✅-Definitely still learning
Track food and exercise-on paper if I can't access this site ✅
Water challenge-80 oz. ✅
Relax, enjoy my family's company ✅
Go out on the LAKE! ✅ ✅ ✅
Post here for accountability when I can ✅
Weigh in:
Week 0: 190
Week 1: 187.6
Week 2: 187.8
Week 3: 185.6-that's the right direction!
For tomorrow (keeping it simple for my late day!):
House chores
30 minutes exercise both days
Meet 1200 net calories, counting exercise
Track food and exercise
Water challenge-80 oz.
Post here for accountability when I can
What a great weekend followed by the scale rewarding you! Woohoo!HGSmith0920 wrote: »Oh yeah...I wanted to put this out there. I know I shouldn't but I feel kind of ashamed about it. In the last 6 weeks, I've gained back about 8 pounds. I know a lot of it is water weight. We've been eating a lot of takeout over the last few weeks. I need to get out the habit of doing that and back into eating healthier and moving more. I also think that I am going to keep my gym membership current and actually make time to do it!
On June 1 I was 148.8
On June 21 I was 151.5
On July 8 I was 159.7
So today I am starting over again. I am determined to get back to 148!
Good for you for catching it and resetting. You don't have anything to be ashamed of!!3 -
Today's commitments:
- Stick to food plan
- No alcohol
- 30 mins lunch break
- French Duolingo, book
- Check emails at intervals only
- Listen to music to boost mood
- Leave work at 73 -
July 8 (Sun):
1. Log everything
2. Walk or hike
3. Avoid sugar (OJ doesn't count for this)
4. Drink homemade coffee
5. Yoga 15 mins
6. Avoid midnight snack, or if needed keep under 100 calories
7. Drink 1 L water (got in about half that or so)
8. Complete physics homework (Almost! Got through most of it)
9. Work on notes for exam (nope)
Since I missed dinner and am eating late, it's going to mess up tomorrow's numbers. Before when I did this, it worked best to decide on a set definition of a day, which is midnight to midnight. Otherwise my weird schedule makes logging really inaccurate.
July 9 (Mon):
1. Log everything
2. Walk or hike
3. Drink Homemade coffee
4. Drink 1 L water
5. Complete physics homework and exam notes
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Good morning everyone! Thank you to always my friends that helped pick me up last night. I am feeling much better today. I got up early and did some yoga. My back is sore this morning so I did a video that helped to loosen it a bit. I don't think I should have worn heels today though. My calves are screaming. Lol.
I just have to make it through today and I have another two days off! I am finally going to get our old car junked! I'm actually really excited about that. Lol we need the money.3 -
JFY (Sunday 7/8/18)
1) Log all my food
2) Stay "in the green" with my calories
3) Stay "in the green" with my sodium intake
4) Drink all my water before having a Diet Coke
5) Complete Day 3 in my new Beck Diet Solutions
6) Laundry
JFT (Monday 7/8/18)
1) Log all my food
2) Stay "in the green" with my calories
3) Stay "in the green" with my sodium intake
4) Drink all my water before having a Diet Coke
5) Complete Day 4 in my new Beck Diet Solutions
6) Go to the gym3
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