Gone for a month, limited wifi

gillexplores

Hey all!
I've been back at this for a month and a half now, and it's going great so I really don't want to lose/stop my progress. I am going to Belize for a month (yay!) for a field program for my university archaeology degree. The only issue is I will have very limited wifi and will be busy working in the site, attending lectures, and doing homework. And I won't be making my own food.
With the lack of wifi and time (and wanting to enjoy my time there), I don't know how much I will be able to log. I was just wondering if anyone had any suggestions for being off the grid and losing weight? I know people go on vacation all the time, but as it's a whole month I want to stay on track as much as I can
Thanks in advance!

callsitlikeiseeit

youre gonna have to learn to eyeball portions and estimate.

gillexplores

callsitlikeiseeit wrote: »

youre gonna have to learn to eyeball portions and estimate.

That's what I'm planning. I was just thinking, should I try to keep track in a notebook? Because, ugh, math. Haha

callsitlikeiseeit

gillexplores wrote: »

callsitlikeiseeit wrote: »

youre gonna have to learn to eyeball portions and estimate.

That's what I'm planning. I was just thinking, should I try to keep track in a notebook? Because, ugh, math. Haha

i wouldnt but thats me lolol

NovusDies

You probably know the basics. Fill up on vegetables when possible, drink plenty of water, and watch portion sizes for the caloric stuff. Breakfast might be the toughest meal. If you have access to apples you can try eating one 20 minutes before a normally caloric meal like breakfast.

Have fun and enjoy the experience.

concordancia

I have never had a problem with weight control while studying abroad. You tend to keep busy, which limits boredom eating. You aren't familiar with the snack foods, and so don't crave them, even if you try them. And I have always had to walk every where.

I would keep tracking in a notebook, just to keep in the habit. If you don't like the notebook, keep a list in a note keeping app on your phone or computer. Rather than being concerned with the precise calorie count, work out an exchange system based on your current diet. How many servings of carbs do you have on a typical day? How many of protein? Where are your added fats?

gillexplores

NovusDies wrote: »

You probably know the basics. Fill up on vegetables when possible, drink plenty of water, and watch portion sizes for the caloric stuff. Breakfast might be the toughest meal. If you have access to apples you can try eating one 20 minutes before a normally caloric meal like breakfast.

Have fun and enjoy the experience.

Thanks for the input! These are all good things to keep in mind. I am a bit worried about drinking enough water. And that's it exactly! I feel like I know how to do it (mostly) but I'm just feeling a bit stressed about it, I think

777Gemma888

Have you been told that wifi is going to be limited?

I was always part of the local team(government & museum appointed tribal attachee) who'd partner up with North Carolina University of San Diego and Stanford University for their digs over semester breaks. We'd set up everything for them from room and board to dial up at that time. Menus including special diets and allergies of island bound archeology students, professors et al are sent to the islands 2 weeks before their arrival. I am surprised that a British Commonwealth Nation will be so lacking with WiFi accessibility.

I am uncertain if this is your first dig, but I never felt hungry during all the digs I was a part of. You will have to remember to remind yourself to eat. Most of us preferred not to. Sandwiches start to taste a lot like cardboard after day one. Any electrolyte beverage is just liquids going down. If you do hit the local club scene, drink a little less than your maximum, as the sun and the detailed lots assigned will seem gigantuan.

Drink only bottled water. Watch the ice, as oftentimes it's just local water frozen. You don't want to be dealing with diarrhea on top of camp site lodgings and living conditions.

Ask a local for a bucket to use during your stay. Fill that with boiled hot water and some cold to wash up, just in case a running stream isn't your idea of a means to clean up when your day is done.

*Could you perhaps pack your food scale especially for island style dinners? If eating veggies & fruits, wash them again.

gillexplores

concordancia wrote: »

I have never had a problem with weight control while studying abroad. You tend to keep busy, which limits boredom eating. You aren't familiar with the snack foods, and so don't crave them, even if you try them. And I have always had to walk every where.

I would keep tracking in a notebook, just to keep in the habit. If you don't like the notebook, keep a list in a note keeping app on your phone or computer. Rather than being concerned with the precise calorie count, work out an exchange system based on your current diet. How many servings of carbs do you have on a typical day? How many of protein? Where are your added fats?

That's comforting to hear! I'm also a celiac and a vegetarian, so there probably won't be a ton of quickly available snacks for me. The macros/servings idea is a good one!

gillexplores

777Gemma888 wrote: »

Have you been told that wifi is going to be limited?

I was always part of the local team(government & museum appointed tribal attachee) who'd partner up with North Carolina University of San Diego and Stanford University for their digs over semester breaks. We'd set up everything for them from room and board to dial up at that time. Menus including special diets and allergies of island bound archeology students, professors et al are sent to the islands 2 weeks before their arrival. I am surprised that a British Commonwealth Nation will be so lacking with WiFi accessibility.

I am uncertain if this is your first dig, but I never felt hungry during all the digs I was a part of. You will have to remember to remind yourself to eat. Most of us preferred not to. Sandwiches start to taste a lot like cardboard after day one. Any electrolyte beverage is just liquids going down. If you do hit the local club scene, drink a little less than your maximum, as the sun and the detailed lots assigned will seem gigantuan.

Drink only bottled water. Watch the ice, as oftentimes it's just local water frozen. You don't want to be dealing with diarrhea on top of camp site lodgings and living conditions.

Ask a local for a bucket to use during your stay. Fill that with boiled hot water and some cold to wash up, just in case a running stream isn't your idea of a means to clean up when your day is done.

*Could you perhaps pack your food scale especially for island style dinners? If eating veggies & fruits, wash them again.

Hey, nice to hear from someone with direct experience!! Also that sounds awesome.
Exactly, this is my first dig! So don't really know what I'm getting into! And yes, they did tell us wifi would be limited. We will have it, but there's about 20 of us, and we're in a dorm style local hostel in the jungle.
Not a bad idea to bring my food scale. And thanks for the water tips. You always have to watch for the ice!

777Gemma888

gillexplores wrote: »

That's comforting to hear! I'm also a celiac and a vegetarian, so there probably won't be a ton of quickly available snacks for me. The macros/servings idea is a good one!

@highlighted, I would avoid any of the stews and fried seafood. 8 times out of 10, they would use wheat flour.

777Gemma888

gillexplores wrote: »

777Gemma888 wrote: »

Have you been told that wifi is going to be limited?

I was always part of the local team(government & museum appointed tribal attachee) who'd partner up with North Carolina University of San Diego and Stanford University for their digs over semester breaks. We'd set up everything for them from room and board to dial up at that time. Menus including special diets and allergies of island bound archeology students, professors et al are sent to the islands 2 weeks before their arrival. I am surprised that a British Commonwealth Nation will be so lacking with WiFi accessibility.

I am uncertain if this is your first dig, but I never felt hungry during all the digs I was a part of. You will have to remember to remind yourself to eat. Most of us preferred not to. Sandwiches start to taste a lot like cardboard after day one. Any electrolyte beverage is just liquids going down. If you do hit the local club scene, drink a little less than your maximum, as the sun and the detailed lots assigned will seem gigantuan.

Drink only bottled water. Watch the ice, as oftentimes it's just local water frozen. You don't want to be dealing with diarrhea on top of camp site lodgings and living conditions.

Ask a local for a bucket to use during your stay. Fill that with boiled hot water and some cold to wash up, just in case a running stream isn't your idea of a means to clean up when your day is done.

*Could you perhaps pack your food scale especially for island style dinners? If eating veggies & fruits, wash them again.

Hey, nice to hear from someone with direct experience!! Also that sounds awesome.
Exactly, this is my first dig! So don't really know what I'm getting into! And yes, they did tell us wifi would be limited. We will have it, but there's about 20 of us, and we're in a dorm style local hostel in the jungle.
Not a bad idea to bring my food scale. And thanks for the water tips. You always have to watch for the ice!

They probably chose a data plan with Vodafone most likely.

@jungle. Deet is your friend, if you're not allergic. Check your hands first before splashing water on your face.

Have fun!

ETA: jandles for the showers.

gillexplores

777Gemma888 wrote: »

gillexplores wrote: »

That's comforting to hear! I'm also a celiac and a vegetarian, so there probably won't be a ton of quickly available snacks for me. The macros/servings idea is a good one!

@highlighted, I would avoid any if the stews and fried seafood. 8 times out of 10, they would use wheat flour.

Ah, sneaky. Thanks!

777Gemma888

gillexplores wrote: »

That's comforting to hear! I'm also a celiac and a vegetarian, so there probably won't be a ton of quickly available snacks for me. The macros/servings idea is a good one!

@highlighted, Indian vegan snacks should be available in Belize. Roasted Chickpeas, lentils etc

ETA: fix quote

gillexplores

@777Gemma888 So many great recommendations! You're awesome! Thanks!