2018 Lent Challenge

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  • Lora2380
    Lora2380 Posts: 195 Member
    No carbonated beverages was extremely hard on the weekend (really wanted that beer after skiing sat!) but I didn’t cave :) so far so good!
  • carlsoda
    carlsoda Posts: 3,434 Member
    8/46 completed and good!
  • krea4
    krea4 Posts: 1,823 Member
    22.2

    9/46 successful days

  • carlsoda
    carlsoda Posts: 3,434 Member
    9/46 completed and successful! I was half tempted to eat sugar yesterday but I had a protein shake instead and it helped!!
  • krea4
    krea4 Posts: 1,823 Member
    23.2

    10/46 successful days

  • cjv73
    cjv73 Posts: 240 Member
    Feb. 23

    Fast? Yes
    Devotions? Yes

    9/44 ✔
  • TonyB0588
    TonyB0588 Posts: 9,520 Member
    Sorry. Completely forgot it was Lent.
  • carlsoda
    carlsoda Posts: 3,434 Member
    10/46 completed!
  • MaelynMayhem
    MaelynMayhem Posts: 611 Member
    TonyB0588 wrote: »
    Sorry. Completely forgot it was Lent.

    It's okay. Even though we're doing Lent you can still join in if you wish.


    As for me I'm doing well. I have not ordered any takeaways, purchased any ice cream, or got onto Facebook. I have increased my walks and reduced my sedentary activity. Still more to go but doing alright.
  • rockymir
    rockymir Posts: 497 Member
    Sorry for the absence, I've been away at a race and not posted. Stocked to it for the most part, except right after the race yesterday...and it backfired. Lesson learned, thank you, stick to the diet!
  • krea4
    krea4 Posts: 1,823 Member
    24.2

    11/46 successful days

    This challenge is really helping me to stop stuffing my face at work. This week I totally ignored the 3 days of chocolates and cakes
  • carlsoda
    carlsoda Posts: 3,434 Member
    11/46 days completes! Very low on carbs yesterday, been doing great staying away from prepared foods and sugar!!!
  • szymanskicolleen
    szymanskicolleen Posts: 29 Member
    Busy weekend running kids around so I didn't get to the gym. Went to body pump at 5am this morning so im feeling recharged for the week!
    Good luck staying with your goals this week everyone!
  • rockymir
    rockymir Posts: 497 Member
    Catching up day 11/46 done, not 100% but I avoided most of the damage. Got a bad blow with the last race that is also the first of the season, making me sick. At least I didn't eat any junk, but I didn't stick to my diet either.
    Glad to say I jumped back in the saddle as of last night. I'll make it.
  • carlsoda
    carlsoda Posts: 3,434 Member
    12/46 - got through the day without any treats. We were visiting with family, so not much exercise either but today is another day!
  • carlsoda
    carlsoda Posts: 3,434 Member
    13/46 - made it! I am really liking how the sugar cravings are disappearing. The longer it is out of my system the better I can stand up to it and say NO!
  • rockymir
    rockymir Posts: 497 Member
    13/46 (Feb 27th) done. Training went well and diet at 100%. A job well done. I'm going to bed pleased with myself.
  • krea4
    krea4 Posts: 1,823 Member
    27.2

    12/14 successful days

    The last week have been really stressful so I'm proud that I have only had 2 slip ups where I have reverted back to trying to solve my problems with chocolate.

  • MaelynMayhem
    MaelynMayhem Posts: 611 Member
    krea4 wrote: »
    27.2

    12/14 successful days

    The last week have been really stressful so I'm proud that I have only had 2 slip ups where I have reverted back to trying to solve my problems with chocolate.

    You're doing really good. Chocolate is something that tempts a lot of people. You are doing excellent.
  • MaelynMayhem
    MaelynMayhem Posts: 611 Member
    I'm being saved from giving into my desire to have a takeaway by my aide not showing up resulting in me having to order my groceries vs her picking them up at the store. It means instead of using a card I have for the store I had to use my bank account. I am doing okay on the others on my list. I had one really rough day, but the others have been good.
  • carlsoda
    carlsoda Posts: 3,434 Member
    krea4 wrote: »
    27.2

    12/14 successful days

    The last week have been really stressful so I'm proud that I have only had 2 slip ups where I have reverted back to trying to solve my problems with chocolate.

    Good job! I know that feeling when stress hits and only chocolate will soothe it. You're getting there!!!
  • carlsoda
    carlsoda Posts: 3,434 Member
    14/46 - easy day yesterday. I wasn't feeling well so did not over eat at all. Interestingly I usually have very strong carb cravings when I am sick, I had none. A M A Z I N G !!!!!!
  • krea4
    krea4 Posts: 1,823 Member
    Thanks @MaelynMayhem and @carlsoda

    Well, the chocolate eating and the stress continued today. But tomorrow is another day and I am committing to no sugary snacks.

    12/15
  • rockymir
    rockymir Posts: 497 Member
    14/46 (Feb 28th) done.
    Finally had physio and mostly fixed my ankle -read, made it usable again, at least. I didn't give in to stress eating after I came home thanks to having dinner ready just waiting to reheat, and going straight to bed afterwards. Got in 7 hrs sleep too, which is a lot for me. Feeling strong.
  • carlsoda
    carlsoda Posts: 3,434 Member
    Yesterday was an epic fail...I was definitely over confident announcing I have over come my sugar cravings when I'm sick...well nope I was wrong. I gave in because I was back to work and over tired. Lesson learned you always need to be vigil especially with old habits of giving in. Today however is a new day and a new month! So I'm still at 14/46 days.
  • carlsoda
    carlsoda Posts: 3,434 Member
    krea4 wrote: »
    Thanks @MaelynMayhem and @carlsoda

    Well, the chocolate eating and the stress continued today. But tomorrow is another day and I am committing to no sugary snacks.

    12/15

    One day at a time!! Make sure you are properly prepared with prepacked foods/snacks to help keep you away from the chocolate :)
  • RoushelleP
    RoushelleP Posts: 8 Member
    Still in it holding strong. Some days better than others with the water intake but I'm staying hydrated though.
  • MaelynMayhem
    MaelynMayhem Posts: 611 Member
    RoushelleP wrote: »
    Still in it holding strong. Some days better than others with the water intake but I'm staying hydrated though.

    The important thing is that you keep at it, even on those bad things, which it sounds like you are doing. Keep it up!
  • rockymir
    rockymir Posts: 497 Member
    15/46 (Mar 1st) done, onwards and upwards. Let's look at the weekend!!