Less alcohol- February 2018- one day at a time
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Today makes 9 days AF. Feeling good and more in control of my food choices as well. Sleeping better and waking more rested.6
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No scale victories for me this week and I was AF. Now I can see what some of you are saying, why be AF if it didn't tip the scale down. But I will admit that my pants fit me better around the belly this week. I'm hoping some of the liquor belly is starting to disappear at least. I'm going to go for an AF weekend, and workout both days.7
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Happy Friday everyone!! Stay focused this weekend!!! Is it me or does the week seem to go by extremely fast!!!!????6
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I'm hosting my mom's birthday party tomorrow and serving champagne. I'm not going to be drinking it. I just saw a suggestion from Annie Grace that I'm going to try: Muddle 2 sprigs of fresh mint with the juice of half a fresh lime. Add ice and top with lime-flavored sparkling water. That sounds like a plan! I guess for sweets lovers you could add a little agave or simple syrup. Happy weekend, everyone!7
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@runtodayamyrun- -give it time. Check everything over. Make sure you are getting enough water, are low enough in the sodium etc. The body has to adjust. Did you change anything else this last week? For me I had to change a few things besides being AF since I was gaining slowly and not just maintaining my weight.2
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Then I started to lose.0
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runtodayamyrun wrote: »No scale victories for me this week and I was AF. Now I can see what some of you are saying, why be AF if it didn't tip the scale down. But I will admit that my pants fit me better around the belly this week. I'm hoping some of the liquor belly is starting to disappear at least. I'm going to go for an AF weekend, and workout both days.
Have you been working out more? If yes, it’s water weight. Try drinking a lot of water and see if it helps! I had the same thing in Jan. But then ended up dropping 4 pounds.3 -
I'm hosting my mom's birthday party tomorrow and serving champagne. I'm not going to be drinking it. I just saw a suggestion from Annie Grace that I'm going to try: Muddle 2 sprigs of fresh mint with the juice of half a fresh lime. Add ice and top with lime-flavored sparkling water. That sounds like a plan! I guess for sweets lovers you could add a little agave or simple syrup. Happy weekend, everyone!
That sounds like a no-jito- yum!3 -
No drinks last night but I did cave and have two glasses on weds. Overall I have been drinking more than I planned for the month (primarily due to many family members having birthdays and some mid week date nights that were also not planned) however I’m trying to stay positive. I’ve had 10 AF days this month and on drinking days have not gone over 2 glasses of wine. So in the big picture for me it’s definitely moderation. Last February I had NO AF days.9
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Here is a funny story, actually it’s not that funny but I am in a better mood today so I was able to laugh it off.
Was talking with a coworker who is also trying to get healthier and drink less, and we were talking about how tough it is working in the alcohol industry and trying to live this way. She has a beer to sample - I don’t mind trying a 1 oz sample just to see how new products taste. But after I tried a small pour she poured me a full cup and said “i’m off the wagon today, and I’m bringing you down with me”
I just laughed at her and told her to give it to someone else. Haha11 -
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Today makes 4 days AF in a row and 6 total for the month. Last night I went to b-dubs with my S/O, now let me tell you b-dubs has the BEST beer but I opted for a strawberry lemonade instead. It was delicious too, not too sour and not too sweet, just what I needed. I really wanted a beer, but I went there for the fried pickles, not the beer lol.
Regarding the looks people give when you say no alcohol, all my friends assume I'm pregnant if I don't drink on an outing so I am dreading that one.3 -
@SanDiegofitmom @salleewins
Have you been working out more? If yes, it’s water weight. Try drinking a lot of water and see if it helps! I had the same thing in Jan. But then ended up dropping 4 pounds.[/quote]
Yes, I've changed my diet for more protein intake. I am drinking water, but maybe not as much as last week. And yes I'm working out more days then not. Thanks for the suggestions from both of you!!!2 -
Wow, @JulieAL1969 - so thrilled for your success in losing weight (isn't it great to get rewarded for all your hard work?) and in making it through the teacher happy hour. My husband was a teacher, so I get it. Anyway, congrats!
Thanks for your encouragement:) Day 54 for me. Been walking like crazy getting more steps because I feel so energetic and good.5 -
Not sure if anyone has heard of Abraham Hicks. It's like The Secret. What we say or think manifests itself. Happy Friday/Saturday !
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Here is a funny story, actually it’s not that funny but I am in a better mood today so I was able to laugh it off.
Was talking with a coworker who is also trying to get healthier and drink less, and we were talking about how tough it is working in the alcohol industry and trying to live this way. She has a beer to sample - I don’t mind trying a 1 oz sample just to see how new products taste. But after I tried a small pour she poured me a full cup and said “i’m off the wagon today, and I’m bringing you down with me”
I just laughed at her and told her to give it to someone else. Haha
That's probably something I would do. LOL! We are both going down in the ship together!! Proud of you though for having the will power to give it to someone else!!0 -
JulieAL1969 wrote: »Not sure if anyone has heard of Abraham Hicks. It's like The Secret. What we say or think manifests itself. Happy Friday/Saturday !
Love Abraham2 -
So I am sitting here in Abita Brewery after the tour, at the bar and I ordered a beer. I had a few sips and gave it to my husband. I tried their sodas and about went into a diabetic shock. I am not missing it. It’s just blah and gross. I can’t believe I stopped my 54 day streak for this. And do you know... I feel a headache starting. After less than 2 oz of beer!! Not worth it! I am really wanting my sparkling water now.4
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It's been just over a week since my last alcohol drink. Last night i was poured a vodka but able stay focused strong and told them i didn't want it. Said, "i don't mind a drink but without the alcohol". The biggest victory was, there wasn't the emotional fight i normally would have to battle.5
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It's been just over a week since my last alcohol drink. Last night i was poured a vodka but able stay focused strong and told them i didn't want it. Said, "i don't mind a drink but without the alcohol". The biggest victory was, there wasn't the emotional fight i normally would have to battle.
You did great!! You know it's going good when you dont have that internal struggle.2 -
I've been dry since I starting using Myfitnesspal about 1 month ago. I only miss it when I watch The Winnipeg Jets play. Stay strong folks.7
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"Weekends are made for Michelob." Or maybe not.
I'm planning a dry one. Wishing strong resolve to all!6 -
looneycatblue wrote: »Has anyone else noticed a drop in appetite & cravings since going AF or cutting back? Nice bonus for me!
At first, yes. Now at 44 days, I'm starving all the time.2 -
Omnimous69 wrote: »I've been dry since I starting using Myfitnesspal about 1 month ago. I only miss it when I watch The Winnipeg Jets play. Stay strong folks.
I feel ya there! We would drink beer every time the Red WIngs played...and hockey is always on! Congrats on your AF days. That is awesome!
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@JulieAL1969 Great job of your progress!!2
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PhotogirlTX wrote: »So I am sitting here in Abita Brewery after the tour, at the bar and I ordered a beer. I had a few sips and gave it to my husband. I tried their sodas and about went into a diabetic shock. I am not missing it. It’s just blah and gross. I can’t believe I stopped my 54 day streak for this. And do you know... I feel a headache starting. After less than 2 oz of beer!! Not worth it! I am really wanting my sparkling water now.
No worries at all! I know in the Annie Grace book , she does say , sometimes you have to taste alcohol again to see that it doesn't feel good anymore. Maybe you and I should stop counting our days . That's a lot of pressure in a way to keep it going.
Like my sister says, "if you're alcohol free 99 percent of the time, then you're doing great." Xo6 -
It's been just over a week since my last alcohol drink. Last night i was poured a vodka but able stay focused strong and told them i didn't want it. Said, "i don't mind a drink but without the alcohol". The biggest victory was, there wasn't the emotional fight i normally would have to battle.
Great job! What a clever way to say it that you'd like a drink but without alcohol. You are strong!1 -
Here is a funny story, actually it’s not that funny but I am in a better mood today so I was able to laugh it off.
Was talking with a coworker who is also trying to get healthier and drink less, and we were talking about how tough it is working in the alcohol industry and trying to live this way. She has a beer to sample - I don’t mind trying a 1 oz sample just to see how new products taste. But after I tried a small pour she poured me a full cup and said “i’m off the wagon today, and I’m bringing you down with me”
I just laughed at her and told her to give it to someone else. Haha
Good one, Erik! She tried humor, but you were too strong for her! Xoxo3 -
Jthanmyfitnesspal wrote: »"Weekends are made for Michelob." Or maybe not.
I'm planning a dry one. Wishing strong resolve to all!
Aren't you near two months AF? You are doing awesome!2 -
I'm in too! Been cutting back drastically since January but want to keep it going.6
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