JUST FOR TODAY -- One Day at a Time .... Daily commitment thread for 2019

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  • mytime6630
    mytime6630 Posts: 4,284 Member
    Year 2017 Jan 1: 217
    Year 2018 January 1: 195.5
    Year 2019 January : 206
    Feb 1, 2019: 201.6
    March 4: 205
    April 1: 196.8
    May 5: 195
    June: : 191.2
    July: 192.4
    August: 188.4
    September: 184.6
    October: 182.6


    DISCARD 5 LBS CHALLENGE 1
    NAME: Joan

    5'11"

    SW :187.6 (starting weight for the 5 pound challenge - round 1)
    GW for this challenge: 182.6
    CW: 188.6 = didn't do so great with this challenge.

    DISCARD 5 LBS CHALLENGE 2 -- Starting Date Thursday, Aug 29
    NAME: Joan
    SW :188.6 (starting weight for the 5 pound challenge - round 2)
    GW for this challenge: 183.6
    CW: 184.6 (current weight today)


    DISCARD 5 LBS CHALLENGE 3 -- Starting Date Tuesday, September 24
    NAME: Joan
    SW :184.6 (starting weight for the 5 pound challenge - round 3)
    GW for this challenge: 180 (my goal is to get to 178... and be out of the overweight on the charts! Those last few pounds are so hard to get off it seems!
    CW: 182.6 (current weight today)


    DISCARD 5 LBS CHALLENGE 4 -- Starting Date Tuesday, October 8
    NAME: Joan
    SW :182.6 (starting weight for the 5 pound challenge - round 4)
    5'11"
    GW for this challenge: 177.6 --- This would put me in the "normal" weight range... something I have been trying to do for the past 2 years, but just could never get there!!
    CW: 181.4 (current weight today) -1.2 -- My weight keeps bouncing back and forth from 180s to 181 .... just can't get below that :s

    My goal are basically the same. I am going to do this until these become habits.. then I will change them. Trying to keep it simple

    Goals for today
    1. mindful eating
    2. drink 4 glasses of water before I drink a diet pepsi
    3. 8+ water
    4. drink water in the evening ... no snacking, or just ONE planned snack

    Also for today:
    1. do quarterly taxes
    2. put down lawn fertilizer
    3. clean linen closet -- do this tonite when I want to graze!
    4. clean patio room windows
  • mytime6630
    mytime6630 Posts: 4,284 Member
    I struggle with water, and I see others also have this struggle. I know they keep saying to lose weight ... drink more water. That drinking water helps with weight loss.

    So going to throw out that challenge again ... the Red Cup Challenge.

    Put a red cup (or any color) in the bathroom, or somewhere visible, and everytime you see that cup, gulp down a glass of water. I know I need to make this a habit, and somehow, I can get to the end of the day having drank barely 2 cups of water. So going to try this again.
  • Bex953172
    Bex953172 Posts: 4,161 Member
    mytime6630 wrote: »
    I struggle with water, and I see others also have this struggle. I know they keep saying to lose weight ... drink more water. That drinking water helps with weight loss.

    So going to throw out that challenge again ... the Red Cup Challenge.

    Put a red cup (or any color) in the bathroom, or somewhere visible, and everytime you see that cup, gulp down a glass of water. I know I need to make this a habit, and somehow, I can get to the end of the day having drank barely 2 cups of water. So going to try this again.

    I'm the same, sometimes I only have one lol!!
    But need to do it again, I've found if you get 4 in by lunch the last 4 are easy!
  • cschmitz110515
    cschmitz110515 Posts: 3,646 Member
    edited October 2019
    So many struggles lately for JFTers... hugs to you all!

    My past two days have been not so good on the eating. Food day in dept. on Tues. and seminar food Wed. Plus extra car time, no opportunity to walk dog yesterday & lots of sitting. Noon webinar & Live Smart Schwan's meal today. Should be better tomorrow.

    On the plus side, I had prepped seminar name tags & registration list, handled the registration table & collected payments, explained processes to newer board members so they can start duties, and turned over projector and all name tag supplies to my successors. This morning, just had to email updates to certain people & submit my expense report for add'l supplies. I had been doing these tasks for 13 years on behalf of my professional assoc and now I am done with this role. Happy me! :mrgreen:

    JFT R 10/17 ~ Thought of resetting alarm this morning, but dog remembered my promise to her last night & she was waiting for me...
    1) Walked dog 3.78 mi 1:05:35 & stretched = happy dog & happy me :smiley:
    2) Move hourly / pace during noon webinar / stairs breaks / 5 somethings
    3) Meals & snacks prelogged / net calories zero / 14c water
    4) Complete GA-C/V records request list / prep leave requests planned
    5) Evening: deposit seminar checks at bank / choir 6:30 / wash dishes / other?
    6) UNPLUG 9:00 / floss / retainers / bed & tv off 10:20 (walk dog F before work)
  • mytime6630
    mytime6630 Posts: 4,284 Member
    cschmitz110515 wrote: »
    JFT R 10/17 ~ Thought of resetting alarm this morning, but dog remembered my promise to her last night & she was waiting for me...

    I think I need a dog to remind me to get out of bed and get to the gym!!! THis morning, it was 41 degrees - just could not get my butt out the door! And ... it will only get colder!
    Good for you getting out there! Especially as early as you go ... its probably still dark!
  • TerriRichardson112
    TerriRichardson112 Posts: 19,055 Member
    The weight loss has slowed and is more erratic now that I am near my UWG. However, I am determined to keep at it.

    The only failure is giving up!
    ==============================
    DISCARD 5 LBS CHALLENGE 💃🏼💃🏼💃🏼💃🏼💃🏼
    NAME: Terri
    SW: 167.4
    GW: 162.4
    28/08: 162.4 - 5 lb It’s taken almost the whole month! And I could be up again tomorrow. 😂
    ==============================
    DISCARD 5 LBS CHALLENGE 2
    NAME: Terri
    SW: 162.4 (28/08)
    GW: 157.4
    25/09: CW: 157.2 - 5.2
    WOO! HOO! 💃🏼💃🏼💃🏼💃🏼💃🏼💃🏼💃🏼

    ==============================
    DISCARD 5 LBS CHALLENGE 3
    NAME: Terri
    SW: 157.2 (26/09)
    GW: 152.2
    07/10: CW: 155.8 - 1.4 lb 😃
    ==============================
    ==============================
    DISCARD 5 LBS CHALLENGE 4
    NAME: Terri
    SW: 156.0 (08/10)
    GW: 151
    17/10: CW: 154.6 - 1.4 💃🏼💃🏼💃🏼 Phew! Temporary spike yesterday has disappeared!
    ==============================

    JFT: Thu 17 Oct
    • Meditation/Reflection 🌟
    • Log CICO/in the green/hydrate 🌟
    • Knee Physio 🌟
    • 25 + mins intentional exercise🌟
    • 10.15am: Dance class🌟
    • afternoon: prep dinner for DYD🌟
    • Stay up to date with chores 🌟
    • Prep for PhotoPlus Group tomorrow 🌟
    • 7000+ steps🌟
    • 15 mins declutter🌟hall closet

    JFT: Fri 18 Oct
    • Meditation/Reflection
    • Log CICO/in the green/hydrate
    • Knee Physio
    • 25 + mins intentional exercise
    • 10am: Latin Study group
    • 2pm: PhotoPlus Group
    • Stay up to date with chores
    • 7000+ steps
    • 15 mins declutter
  • TerriRichardson112
    TerriRichardson112 Posts: 19,055 Member
    edited October 2019
    Let's start a round of REMEMBER! I'll go first!
    Woo-Hoo! This Year:

    I, TOALJASA, have exercised more consistently.
    I have kept 23 pounds off.
    I have lost 3 of the 7 pounds I gained back.
    I have become more intentionally grateful.
    I resumed my food tracking
    I resumed my water intake
    I resumed being intentional in what and how much and when I am eating
    I have been quicker to forgive and overlook offenses

    I, TerriRichardson112, have increased my muscle %age, and reduced my fat %age
    I have already hit my goal weight for 2019
    I have practiced mindfulness daily, and meditated every morning
    I have been consciously reframing my thoughts in a more positive way
    I have tracked my food everyday and kept in the green
    I have consistently exceeded my daily step goal
    I have increased my water intake

    Pax Vobiscum 🕊


  • maryrobinson40
    maryrobinson40 Posts: 1,109 Member
    Let's start a round of REMEMBER! I'll go first!
    Woo-Hoo! This Year:
    1- This year I had battles and pushed through
    2- I have lost and gained and lost again, but it wasn't my fault this time. I followed doctor's orders and it made me gain.
    3- This year I've tried new things and enjoyed myself
    4- This year I've had better blood pressure and less panic attacks.
    5- This year I've exercised more
    6- This year I've been more thoughtful about my eating habits and have said no to more than I have in the last 2 years.
    7- This year I will end weighing less than when I began. Yayyy me!
  • maryrobinson40
    maryrobinson40 Posts: 1,109 Member
    Ok Ladies I tried, but didn't get the copy part right. I just got a new phone today and I'm learning how to use it.
    It's a LG Stylo5 . 😆 I could barely use the other one, but I'm operating in this century now. With a wand thingy and all... Didn't get the ear phone, but it's coming I just believe it.
  • CocoLoris
    CocoLoris Posts: 115 Member
    Woo-Hoo! This Year:

    I, cocoloris, combatted extremely negative thoughts and came out stronger.
    I kept my cool when things didn’t go as planned.
    I let myself be more vulnerable.
    I have learned so much more about myself and my underlying beliefs.
    I have trusted my intuition and became much happier.
    I have learned some healthy habits that support my long term goals.
    I achieved goals I had given up on.
    I figured out what I love about life and what I want out of it.
    I have made new goals which bring me joy and happiness.
    I have shown a lot of empathy.
  • toaljasa
    toaljasa Posts: 955 Member
    TerriRichardson112 wrote: »
    Let's start a round of REMEMBER! I'll go first!
    Woo-Hoo! This Year:

    I
    I, TerriRichardson112, have increased my muscle %age, and reduced my fat %age
    I have already hit my goal weight for 2019
    I have practiced mindfulness daily, and meditated every morning
    I have been consciously reframing my thoughts in a more positive way
    I have tracked my food everyday and kept in the green
    I have consistently exceeded my daily step goal
    I have increased my water intake

    Pax Vobiscum 🕊[/color]

    And also with you!

    You have truly inspired me! You have hit your goal but you are keeping on keeping on! That is great. To not rest on your laurels :)
  • toaljasa
    toaljasa Posts: 955 Member
    TerriRichardson112 wrote: »
    Let's start a round of REMEMBER! I'll go first!
    Woo-Hoo! This Year:

    I, TOALJASA, have exercised more consistently.
    I have kept 23 pounds off.
    I have lost 3 of the 7 pounds I gained back.
    I have become more intentionally grateful.
    I resumed my food tracking
    I resumed my water intake
    I resumed being intentional in what and how much and when I am eating
    I have been quicker to forgive and overlook offenses

    I, TerriRichardson112, have increased my muscle %age, and reduced my fat %age
    I have already hit my goal weight for 2019
    I have practiced mindfulness daily, and meditated every morning
    I have been consciously reframing my thoughts in a more positive way
    I have tracked my food everyday and kept in the green
    I have consistently exceeded my daily step goal
    I have increased my water intake

    Pax Vobiscum 🕊


    This Year, I Mary Robinson:
    1- This year I had battles and pushed through
    2- I have lost and gained and lost again, but it wasn't my fault this time. I followed doctor's orders and it made me gain.
    3- This year I've tried new things and enjoyed myself
    4- This year I've had better blood pressure and less panic attacks.
    5- This year I've exercised more
    6- This year I've been more thoughtful about my eating habits and have said no to more than I have in the last 2 years.
    7- This year I will end weighing less than when I began. Yayyy me!
  • toaljasa
    toaljasa Posts: 955 Member
    maryrobinson40 wrote: »
    Ok Ladies I tried, but didn't get the copy part right. I just got a new phone today and I'm learning how to use it.
    It's a LG Stylo5 . 😆 I could barely use the other one, but I'm operating in this century now. With a wand thingy and all... Didn't get the ear phone, but it's coming I just believe it.

    I got it for you! Oh, Mary, you have accomplished a lot---in the midst of some heavy storms, I might add. Look at you thought---less panic attacks. That right there is a praise. You are seeing and feeling the results of your efforts and I hope that inspires you to press on. It certainly encourages me.
  • mytime6630
    mytime6630 Posts: 4,284 Member
    edited October 2019
    Woo-Hoo! This Year:

    I, Joan6630, have changed my weight from starting at 206, to currently weighing 182, a loss of 24 pounds since January

    I now exercise at the gym at least 4-5 times a week, and found myself missing it on the days I skip. It has become part of my day.

    I have learned (and still learning) that if I eat something I should not, to move on. Do not dwell on it, do not say to myself that I have failed. That this is part of life.

    I have learned how to eat properly ... eating more fruits and veggies to fill up my plate. How to grab a apple or a egg instead of junk food (this is still a learning process though!!)

    I have learned to put myself first .. that I also matter. That my health is very important. For me, that meant accepting that I needed additional help by joining Weight Watchers for a short time to learn how to eat, learn how to change the habits I have had for 68 years.

    I have learned to accept things that I cannot change, and for me, this is learning that I cannot fix things. I cannot control other people's thoughts and behaviors.

    I have learned so much how to have empathy and compassion to others through watching what my own daughter deals with everyday.. something she has no control over, and something that I am unable to fix. I have learned to admire her strength.

    I have learned to turn many of my problems over to God. To be more thankful for all the good in my life.

    I have learned that the best friends can be friends you never meet. Friends I have met on this online site. Friends who are there to encourage each other, and who motivate each other everyday. The friends I have made on here are the best.. and the reason I will never quit this group! We all share each others struggles, achievements, proud moments, and weak moments. We all hurt when one of us hurts ... we all share the joy when one of us has good news. We miss someone who has been absent for a period of time ... and are happy to see them return.. because we care. This thread has developed into knowing some of the best friends I could ever know... and I love you all!!!
  • mytime6630
    mytime6630 Posts: 4,284 Member
    I am in awe reading these posts ... all that you guys have all accomplished in the year. I am so so proud of you all!!! Makes my heart smile! <3:):)
  • awhit4842
    awhit4842 Posts: 236 Member
    JFT Thursday
    1. Log all food 👍
    2. Drink 150oz water👍
    3. Gym👍
    4. Eat lectin free👍
    5. Meditate 👍

    JFT Friday
    1. Log all food
    2. Drink 150oz water
    3. Gym
    4. Eat lectin free
    5. Journal
    6. Don’t eat the Halloween candy
    7. Healthy dinner
  • mytime6630
    mytime6630 Posts: 4,284 Member
    Year 2017 Jan 1: 217
    Year 2018 January 1: 195.5
    Year 2019 January : 206
    Feb 1, 2019: 201.6
    March 4: 205
    April 1: 196.8
    May 5: 195
    June: : 191.2
    July: 192.4
    August: 189.4
    September: 184.6


    DISCARD 5 LBS CHALLENGE 1
    NAME: Joan
    5'11"
    SW :187.6 (starting weight for the 5 pound challenge - round 1)
    GW for this challenge: 182.6
    CW: 188.6 = didn't do so great with this challenge.

    DISCARD 5 LBS CHALLENGE 2 -- Starting Date Thursday, Aug 29
    NAME: Joan
    SW :188.6 (starting weight for the 5 pound challenge - round 2)
    GW for this challenge: 183.6
    CW: 184.6 (current weight today)


    DISCARD 5 LBS CHALLENGE 3 -- Starting Date Tuesday, September 24
    NAME: Joan
    SW :184.6 (starting weight for the 5 pound challenge - round 3)
    GW for this challenge: 180 (my goal is to get to 178... and be out of the overweight on the charts! Those last few pounds are so hard to get off it seems!
    CW: 182.6 (current weight today)


    DISCARD 5 LBS CHALLENGE 4 -- Starting Date Tuesday, October 8
    NAME: Joan
    5'11"
    SW :182.6 (starting weight for the 5 pound challenge - round 4)
    GW for this challenge: 177.6 --- This would put me in the "normal" weight range... something I have been trying to do for the past 2 years, but just could never get there!!
    CW: 180.6 (current weight today) -2

    My goal are basically the same. I am going to do this until these become habits.. then I will change them. Trying to keep it simple

    Goals for today
    1. mindful eating
    2. drink 4 glasses of water before I drink a diet pepsi
    3. 8+ water
    4. drink water in the evening ... no snacking, or just ONE planned snack
  • toaljasa
    toaljasa Posts: 955 Member
    CocoLoris wrote: »
    Woo-Hoo! This Year:

    I, cocoloris, combatted extremely negative thoughts and came out stronger.
    I kept my cool when things didn’t go as planned.
    I let myself be more vulnerable.
    I have learned so much more about myself and my underlying beliefs.
    I have trusted my intuition and became much happier.
    I have learned some healthy habits that support my long term goals.
    I achieved goals I had given up on.
    I figured out what I love about life and what I want out of it.
    I have made new goals which bring me joy and happiness.
    I have shown a lot of empathy.

    Cocoloris, You have grown and matured mentally and emotionally this year---which is so very important in our overall health. I found that good mental/spiritual/emotional health is a huge factor in getting my physical wellbeing where it needs to be. "I figured out what I love about life and what I want out of it." This is HUGE and so many people do not know this about themselves. I think this might be my goal for this/next year as the hubs and I enter a new season of retirement.

    Peace and joy.
  • toaljasa
    toaljasa Posts: 955 Member
    Oh my...what beautiful Woo-Hoo! lists thus far! Forget about adding yours to an ongoing post---that will end up being one huge post, lol!

    They have inspired me and encouraged me to push on. I so much want to end this year WELL and I hope you do, too!

    If we all work together challenging, pushing, walking alongside, encouraging...we are a FORCE of ONE!!!
    Just think what all we have accomplished because of our friendships on here :)

    Peace and joy!

    Keep the Woo-Hoo's coming!

    Peace and joy!
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  • toaljasa
    toaljasa Posts: 955 Member
    mytime6630 wrote: »
    Woo-Hoo! This Year:

    I, Joan6630, have changed my weight from starting at 206, to currently weighing 182, a loss of 24 pounds since January

    I now exercise at the gym at least 4-5 times a week, and found myself missing it on the days I skip. It has become part of my day.

    I have learned (and still learning) that if I eat something I should not, to move on. Do not dwell on it, do not say to myself that I have failed. That this is part of life.

    I have learned how to eat properly ... eating more fruits and veggies to fill up my plate. How to grab a apple or a egg instead of junk food (this is still a learning process though!!)

    I have learned to put myself first .. that I also matter. That my health is very important. For me, that meant accepting that I needed additional help by joining Weight Watchers for a short time to learn how to eat, learn how to change the habits I have had for 68 years.

    I have learned to accept things that I cannot change, and for me, this is learning that I cannot fix things. I cannot control other people's thoughts and behaviors.

    I have learned so much how to have empathy and compassion to others through watching what my own daughter deals with everyday.. something she has no control over, and something that I am unable to fix. I have learned to admire her strength.

    I have learned to turn many of my problems over to God. To be more thankful for all the good in my life.

    I have learned that the best friends can be friends you never meet. Friends I have met on this online site. Friends who are there to encourage each other, and who motivate each other everyday. The friends I have made on here are the best.. and the reason I will never quit this group! We all share each others struggles, achievements, proud moments, and weak moments. We all hurt when one of us hurts ... we all share the joy when one of us has good news. We miss someone who has been absent for a period of time ... and are happy to see them return.. because we care. This thread has developed into knowing some of the best friends I could ever know... and I love you all!!!

    You are going great guns, woman!!! Wowie Zowie, I had NO IDEA of your weight loss accomplishment. Go, Joan! And look at how much you've grown in other ways. I think my favorite is what you have learned by watching your daughter and her challenges. Truly there is something good that can be found in bleak times...you wish it were different for her but yet you still have found brightness.

    Thanks for doing Operation: RED CUP again... I NEED this.

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