WAIST AWAYS - NOVEMBER CHAT
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I struggle so hard with drinking enough water. Today I had an idea.
I brought one of my glass straws to work.
It fits in a small bottle perfectly. Now I don't have to stop working to specially drink, I can sip through the day.
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Yes.. I am struggling, I am just feeling Blah... I think it is also close to that time of the month...sooo theres that...
Anyway, I made a plan... I am skipping thanksgiving, hubby and I are going for a hike in a new place instead... We were supposed to go to my brothers house, but if I'm honest with myself I don't want to... I don't hear from any of them on a regular basis,( only when they need my husband to do work for them) and they have not come to my house for Christmas for the past 2 years, with not so much as a sorry we can't make it. I think it has to do with a tiff I had with my sister, but ya know if that's how they want play, I don't want to suddenly be a part of this farce.. I've never been one for Thanksgiving anyway, it's the holiday where all my kids go to their fathers house, it's been this way since we split 15 years ago.. so it's not like it was ever a big holiday for me anyway, mine is and will always be Christmas... We could go to my bil & sil's house, but again, I just don't want to... Simply because she tried to make me feel guilty for saying I would go to my brothers.. I am not in the mood to play any of these games with any of these people this year, nor to put myself in a situation where I will feel anxiety or anything other than peace, especially quitting smoking so recently. So we shall go hiking just the hubby and me, and the 2 doggos, this decision has already lowered my anxiety greatly, so I'm thinking it's for the best... Did I mention I don't even like Thanksgiving food...
Today my plan is to not eat any snacks, to eat simply what I have planned, and do an hour of yoga this evening when I get home, since I didn't do it this morning...4 -
@Gidgitgoescrazy That sounds like a perfect plan for a relaxing weekend. "But faaaaamily" is not a good reason to make yourself miserable or stressed.
In fact, I'm doing that for Christmas this year. We are seeing absolutely nobody and going nowhere this year. I'm not driving on scary winter roads, or cooking for anyone but me, or even getting out of my Christmas themed pajamas.
I'm already looking forward to it more than I have in like 8 years.1 -
@gidgetgoescrazy
@Terytha
Let me join you in the making holiday plans for us theme! I totally hear ya! I’m not looking forward to Thanksgiving. It’s supposed to be about family and gratitude. I feel like it’s become a day of gluttony. Going to in laws and all I keep getting are pictures of pie. So that will be fun for me. Lol. Grateful for all the bounty- I just wont be partaking in most of it.
My husband and I have decided to go away from Christmas- we are going to the Swiss Alps... literally just surrounded by nature. Can’t wait!
So/ you aren’t alone in wanting to change it up this year! 💪🏻
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@Terytha Wonderful loss!!! You are amazing 🎉💪🏼👏🏼😘Week 3 Weigh-In: 210.6
It's the final countdown~
Congratulations to all for the last week, you're doing great!Safari_Gal_ wrote: »Hi Team!
Been a long week over here! Had a family wedding.. recuperating.
Weigh in-
PW - 144.4
CW- 143.0
-- 1.4lbs
Setting my intention for the week ahead!
-more gym time
-keep up the veggies & green juice in the morning.
It’s been giving me some pep in my step.
~water 💦
Trying to simmer down on my coffee intake.. I drink ALOT of cafè!
Have a great week! 💫 Here’s to a lot of great energy for all of us! ⚡️
@Safari_Gal_ Great loss!! Way to go. 👏🏼💪🏼🎉💜
@AmyRobF Glad you had a good day. Happy to see you check in. Crush your goals this week. 😘🎉👏🏼💪🏼
Just saying _ Congrats to you all for the loss!!!! @Safari_Gal @AmyRobF and Micki
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I struggle so hard with drinking enough water. Today I had an idea.
I brought one of my glass straws to work.
It fits in a small bottle perfectly. Now I don't have to stop working to specially drink, I can sip through the day.
I hope this works.
I have been using a straw too and find myself drinking more, more easily. Great trick!
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Hey team
I'm sorry I've been MIA for awhile but I have been lurking and enjoying your posts.
I took a break from logging as it was getting a bit stressful and I was hoping to take a break and maintain for awhile as I was going through some personal stuff and didn't have the headspace to log/be mindful.
It worked for a while and I was glad I learnt a little bit about maintenance.
But now my poor eating habits from before have resurfaced with a vengeance and I'm finding myself binging on junk almost daily. And not surprisingly, the weight is creeping back up.
The thought of regaining the 40 lbs I've worked so hard on losing, is absolutely terrifying to me. But the dread does not seem to be enough to get me back in the game.
Life is going to be stressful for awhile so I can no longer use the 'when this passes' excuse. I have to somehow learn to eat well even when under stress.
So to make a long story short, I'm REALLY REALLY struggling.
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Safari_Gal_ wrote: »@gidgetgoescrazy
@Terytha
Let me join you in the making holiday plans for us theme! I totally hear ya! I’m not looking forward to Thanksgiving. It’s supposed to be about family and gratitude. I feel like it’s become a day of gluttony. Going to in laws and all I keep getting are pictures of pie. So that will be fun for me. Lol. Grateful for all the bounty- I just wont be partaking in most of it.
My husband and I have decided to go away from Christmas- we are going to the Swiss Alps... literally just surrounded by nature. Can’t wait!
So/ you aren’t alone in wanting to change it up this year! 💪🏻
We should start a running away from (for?) the Holidays club! At Christmas, I'm going down to see my mother, leaving behind my husband and son. My daughter isn't coming home for Christmas for the first time, so I'll take pity on my mom who lives far away and usually has no family with her. She's almost 90 and shouldn't have to be alone! We'll do something very simple. And I haven't done Thanksgiving dinner for many, many years - up here in Canada it was back in October, but a lot of my family are in the US. I always had to work on American Thanksgiving, so had a great excuse not to have to go. Now that I'm retired, I just continue to ignore it! A hike sounds like a great idea. It is good to get up the strength to just say no to stressful holiday overeating and negative family issues. Good for you @Gidgitgoescrazy , @Terytha , and @Safari_Gal_ !3 -
If it wasn't for my son coming home for Christmas I wouldn't be doing that either... But he called me in Sept and said Please don't go away for Christmas, I will be home... Ya see he joined the Air Force in June, 4 days after he graduated high school he left, and he has never been away for that long ever, and then to have to live the dorm lifestyle and never have family or privacy around, I couldn't deny the kid... But luckily we do Christmas at my house, and I do it the way I want to do it, and could give 2 cents if anyone doesn't like it, it's for me and my kids, so we do as we choose, last year we did a taco bar, and had margaritas.. lol Both my parents, and my husbands parents have passed, so I don't feel the need to make anything traditional anymore... but apparently that's the best part, because the kids all have friends who have become regulars on Christmas day... This Christmas we are doing appetizers/ finger foods, that way I can a few early afternoon, and then throw a few more out, as people come and go...2
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Wow - @Gidgitgoescrazy I want to come to your place for Christmas! I was just coming online to thank you for expressing your lack of motivation this morning. I was also slipping into the world of "meh" and because I read that, and felt your determination, I made sure today was better. I got in a good workout, and right now I am all sweaty from the exercise bike during an episode of something really silly. I got more water down the hatch today, and I thank you. You wrote that you were "on a hunt" for that lost motivation, and you helped me find mine for today. How did you do today?
That's what this team is about. And I feel you about your son - this is my daughter's first Christmas away. She's in the Canadian Army and is in Alberta since March. She decided to stay out there for this first Christmas, but if she were coming home, we'd be having a wild and crazy holiday too! I'm glad you can do it just the way you like. WTG.
So @Pearl4686 - you are doing the right thing too. Maintaining feels an awful lot like losing - you need to be just as vigilant, drat it all! I don't know how many times I learned that lesson, but as you say, the thought of putting those 40 pounds back on is just awful. Never be sorry for ranting! It is the first step to fixing the problem. Identify it, rant about it, fix it. You don't need to stay stuck there. As much as it is really annoying to log and track, it is the best tool to keeping things going in a good direction. Aim for one good day, and go from there. Hugs flying your way!1 -
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Gidgitgoescrazy wrote: »If it wasn't for my son coming home for Christmas I wouldn't be doing that either... But he called me in Sept and said Please don't go away for Christmas, I will be home... Ya see he joined the Air Force in June, 4 days after he graduated high school he left, and he has never been away for that long ever, and then to have to live the dorm lifestyle and never have family or privacy around, I couldn't deny the kid... But luckily we do Christmas at my house, and I do it the way I want to do it, and could give 2 cents if anyone doesn't like it, it's for me and my kids, so we do as we choose, last year we did a taco bar, and had margaritas.. lol Both my parents, and my husbands parents have passed, so I don't feel the need to make anything traditional anymore... but apparently that's the best part, because the kids all have friends who have become regulars on Christmas day... This Christmas we are doing appetizers/ finger foods, that way I can a few early afternoon, and then throw a few more out, as people come and go...
I love the taco bar idea!!!!!!
(I’ve been trying to make a non traditional Thanksgiving but I’m always outvoted lol)1 -
Warning.. just venting
Why do I self sabatage myself 😡😡... seems as if almost like clockwork..as soon as I'm on a good routine and I start to see a loss... I unconsciously say "..ok.. back to bad habits!!!" I know it's terrible, but it happens often.. this week I've been off the rails with eating and haven't logged since Sunday.
I don't want to make excuses but not having a kitchen since we are in renovations is really take a toll on me. Eating out, fast food and at my in-laws is not fun 🤭3 -
Don't we just make ourselves crazy sometimes? But you are here, and today is only TUESDAY. You haven't logged for 2-3 days, that is not too terrible. Yep, stress and renovations and in-laws and fast food are a really bad bunch of ingredients for any recipe. So here you are - what's your plan? Take the time to make one. You can do it! Don't let it all go now! You have lost THREE POUNDS this month so far. Hang on! Make that plan, and don't let the sabotage continue - come on in here and tell us how you're doing often, ok?eyezbydiana wrote: »Warning.. just venting
Why do I self sabatage myself 😡😡... seems as if almost like clockwork..as soon as I'm on a good routine and I start to see a loss... I unconsciously say "..ok.. back to bad habits!!!" I know it's terrible, but it happens often.. this week I've been off the rails with eating and haven't logged since Sunday.
I don't want to make excuses but not having a kitchen since we are in renovations is really take a toll on me. Eating out, fast food and at my in-laws is not fun 🤭2 -
@jugar
Thanks! You guys sure know how to lift spirits lol! Right after this post, Im going to sit here and
1) make a tentative meal plan (including my frozen foods, fast food days) so Im not caught off guard and make the worst choice.
2) I also need to re-start paying attention to my steps. I'm pretty good with my water intake.
3) This week I want to try and pay more attention to how late I'm eating dinner/snacks. I work until 6 usually so Im not home until about 7 or 8. I want to try and make a pact with myself where Im not eating anything past dinner time.. ideally no later than 8pm... let's see how that goes4 -
✔tentative meal plan until Saturday
😁😁😁😁let's see how I follow through
"Failing to plan is like planning to fail"
Im halfway there already 🤗🤗3 -
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Gidgitgoescrazy wrote: »If it wasn't for my son coming home for Christmas I wouldn't be doing that either... But he called me in Sept and said Please don't go away for Christmas, I will be home... Ya see he joined the Air Force in June, 4 days after he graduated high school he left, and he has never been away for that long ever, and then to have to live the dorm lifestyle and never have family or privacy around, I couldn't deny the kid... But luckily we do Christmas at my house, and I do it the way I want to do it, and could give 2 cents if anyone doesn't like it, it's for me and my kids, so we do as we choose, last year we did a taco bar, and had margaritas.. lol Both my parents, and my husbands parents have passed, so I don't feel the need to make anything traditional anymore... but apparently that's the best part, because the kids all have friends who have become regulars on Christmas day... This Christmas we are doing appetizers/ finger foods, that way I can a few early afternoon, and then throw a few more out, as people come and go...
All of our parents have passed here too, so we do what we want. My weirdo family likes to pick a theme. We’ve had France, Italy, Christmas Story (yes, With Ralphie), Medieval, Pirate, and this year we all chose 1950s. So, food, decorations, music, games, dress?? (Son’s girlfriend already said she’s wearing a beehive hairstyle) will be centered around the 1950s. Martinis 🍸 anyone. Oh yes! And tinsel. 🎄3 -
@eyezbydiana There you go working hard to get back on track. You certainly are not alone. I have also dropped off with exercise because it’s so hard to get myself out to the gym after I am done watching my granddaughter. Tonight, I had them here for dinner, so it was too late. My steps are fine as I chase her around the house all day, but that’s not the same as a workout. I like doing it while I’m there, but make every excuse imaginable not to go. Plus, I think it’s hard for most people when it gets dark so early. We just want to curl up in our homes. Well, at least me. But making a plan and setting those goals, checking in here, and getting right back on track when we mess up is what we all have to do. Progress not perfection. Grace over guilt. We can do this together. 💜1
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Well I did crappy yesterday, I did great till I got home, I sat on my mat ready to do my yoga, and I just couldn't find it in me, then I read an email about a research thing I am doing about breakfast food, so I started that, then I sat on the couch and snacked the rest of the night... I don't know whats wrong with me !!!! This morning I got up, and didn't do my yoga cause sleeping was better... Ugh today has to be the day... So when I get home, I am going to do 10 minutes on the treadmill, just 10 minutes and no snacking !5
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Super busy day yesterday. So glad work is increasing, but it does make it hard to keep up to date on your posts.
Steps for 11/19: 10529
On that note, I normally guestimate my steps using a online converter, because I don't wear a device. This morning I wore my phone during cardio and to my suprise.... I normally would coount 1500 steps for my cardio....and I was over 5000 steps. WOW! super happy to see that.
Gotta go now.
oh, food is on track. Thanks @jugar for helping me get over that hump. the extra veggies (unlimited)+ portion of protein really helped
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fourathomej
Wednesday
PW - 148
CW - 147.63 -
Gidgitgoescrazy wrote: »Well I did crappy yesterday, I did great till I got home, I sat on my mat ready to do my yoga, and I just couldn't find it in me, then I read an email about a research thing I am doing about breakfast food, so I started that, then I sat on the couch and snacked the rest of the night... I don't know whats wrong with me !!!! This morning I got up, and didn't do my yoga cause sleeping was better... Ugh today has to be the day... So when I get home, I am going to do 10 minutes on the treadmill, just 10 minutes and no snacking !
10 minutes. Any day can contain 10 minutes of exercise! But don't "reward" yourself with food, ok?? Good move!1 -
STEPS:
11/13 - 11202
11/14 - 12941
11/15 - 10488
11/16 - 14029
11/17 - 14072
11/18 - 11519
11/19 - 102362 -
Still not sleeping well - the breathing helps a bit - calms me. Falling asleep not a problem. I wake or stir and wake myself and can't get back to sleep...
I did sleep 6 hrs last night so woohoo!!! Work is still really crazy - had to take on 2 more stores...so now it's even crazier! I honestly just don't enjoy Christmas time. I hate that my job has made me a bah humbug kinda person
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PW: 175.4
CW: 176.4
It seems to be the theme - Loosing the motivation. The last few days I have given up caring about what I eat. The morning I start out great and than by the afternoon I just about grab anything that looks good or is simple. The only thing saving me is the steps and water. I seem to do ok in those areas.
Have to come up with a afternoon plan. It gets dark by 5pm - still adjusting to that.
11/19 Steps 9,9561 -
PW: 175.4
CW: 176.4
It seems to be the theme - Loosing the motivation. The last few days I have given up caring about what I eat. The morning I start out great and than by the afternoon I just about grab anything that looks good or is simple. The only thing saving me is the steps and water. I seem to do ok in those areas.
Have to come up with a afternoon plan. It gets dark by 5pm - still adjusting to that.
11/19 Steps 9,956
It is the theme indeed. You have identified the problem time - afternoon. What does that "good and simple" anything give you? What do you need at that moment? If it is a little break, something soothing - try to think of another way to get what you want that doesn't set off an eating thing. Get comfy and breathe deeply for a couple of minutes. Then have a plan! What would work? Prepare something in advance so it is all ready to go.
I think the general answer for getting motivation back is to make a plan. Figure out what the "bad" behaviour is doing for you (you wouldn't do it if it didn't on some level feel good and satisfy some need). Find another way to get that. Plan it hard, so you don't just go for the easy mindless option we all know so well. You can do this! Post back here what is your plan, ok?2 -
Hi All!
Does anyone else notice the scale go up after a few days of particularly heavy working out?
I have an intense week of cardio and weights this week— my trainer was available and the schedule just worked out so I jumped on it.
Whenever I work out a bunch - the scale goes up for a few days — wonder if anyone else has that happen.
Been turbo-dragon on the diet, so it’s not food making the scale creep.
Happy Wednesday!
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It's not just me!!
This month somehow went into the dumps with motivation. I have an audit looming tomorrow at work that am responsible for and dreading it, even though they are very collaborative. I have to get my butt moving and study for certification that should have done a decade ago and didn't see the point and life got in the way (and would make zero diff in pay) so excuses on and on
oh and just want to hibernate...
but am joining everyone with alternative thanksgiving - want to just make a cozy day at home stressfree without sinkfuls of scrubbing.
dh agreed to go out of town this weekend up the coast - need to shop and bring some healthy munchies along.2
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