WAISTAWAYS Team Chat - July 2020
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does anyone have advice on how to stop stress eating? I got triggered by my sister and ate another doughnut (and a half) so even though i’m below my cal limit, my sugar and carbs are waaaay too high
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Trailer...
I haven't fallen off the wagon; I haven't even seen the wagon!
For as good as I was last week not snacking, I'm making up for it this week. I see a 3-4 lb gain Friday morning.
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thinfairy2020 wrote: »does anyone have advice on how to stop stress eating? I got triggered by my sister and ate another doughnut (and a half) so even though i’m below my cal limit, my sugar and carbs are waaaay too high
That's a tough one. You need to plan ahead, and then try to "program" in a reminder of some kind so that you don't just blow past all the points when you could make a different choice. First of all, remember that eating only solves ONE problem - hunger. (thanks to my sister @evelynladams527 for that one!) It does not solve stress, boredom, thirst, or anything else. Just hunger. Then try to figure out what it is that you want eating to give you in those times, or what it is about the eating that is positive. Do you need just to take a break, a deep breath (or 10!), calm yourself?Do you need a comforting texture? A sweet flavour? Crunch? Smoothness? Think of all the sensual and pleasant parts of eating and define them in a neutral kind of way. Then try to find other healthier ways to get the same thing. If the eating provides a break, find another way to get a break. Excuse yourself, leave the room, go for a quick walk or even a trip to the bathroom. Play a couple of games of solitaire on your phone. If you need to swallow things down, go for liquid - seltzer with a splash of lemon or juice, some tea, or whatever soothes you. If you need something crunchy, find a crunchy healthy food (fruit, veg, pickles, nuts). Sweet? Fruit. Sweet plus fat (like a doghnut), apple slices with almond butter, or something like that. Make a serious list of subs, and then try to move to one of those in the moment when you are stressing. You won't always succeed, but more and more it should work.
Good luck!!! Having high carbs and sugar is not a great way to go, so explore every kind of different choice you can think of and give it a try.6 -
Hi all! I’m right there with the snacking. Not sure what is up with that, but it may be related to so much time in the house.
Welcome @thinfairy2020! Glad you joined us. @jugar you always amaze me with your inspiring and insightful answers to questions for our team. Guess that’s why you are at maintenance. 🤗
No exercise again. Haven’t even looked at my steps. Just did and I’m a little over 7,000 so maybe I can get those last 1,500 steps. I’ve been a bit sloppy with my eating. And I’m really missing my Pilates, but I’m so exhausted by the end of the day. I just can’t do it.
I did hear that people, on average, have gained during the pandemic like 15 pounds, I think. So I’m going to be proud of my flat trend line through all this since March. No one trying to lose wants to not lose. But I know if I didn’t have this group, it would have been a gain. So there’s that. Thanks all you wonderful, inspiring people. I’ll try to get myself motivated to be more careful again and figure out how I can fit in my exercise.
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Two more new folks joining us - fresh energy, fresh motivation, and a reason for us seasoned members to set a great example, right? Welcome to @theweeonemfp and @Mandiv2020 - we hope you'll enjoy this group and get going on those goals. Introduce yourselves, and soon you'll get to know everyone
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PW: 184
CW: 183.6
Well, it's a loss albeit a miniscule one!
Happy Wednesday everyone.
I've enjoyed catching up on all of your writings and plan to do some more of my own before the end of tomorrow afternoon.
I drove Emily (my older daughter) to SouthEast NH today to pick up her rescue kitty. It was great to have the time with her and to see this amazing place with oodles of kitties of all ages and colors. I'm so un-used to driving that I'm really wiped out! I plan to hydrate more tomorrow and get to the pond for some swimming "first thing" in the morning. As long as we're there by 9:00 it'll be close enough to "first thing"!
Sleep well everyone.
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i’m really discouraged right now
I just couldn’t stop eating so I weighed myself and I weigh 4.8 lbs more than i did this morning. I know it’s mostly food and water weight but it really sucks to see that number go up so high3 -
I always weigh more at night. I try not to weigh myself more than once a day.3
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Yesterday was my BIRTHDAY
.... was happy that i FINALLY fit into a dress my husband bought me...
Sad that i broke my keto.... will be starting again today....
Hopefully i dont spike up in weight.. it was lonely without my family...but then my husband and a student made me feel spl with cake and BIRYANI...6 -
So sorry I've been MIA for so long! Time just tends to creep up on you, doesn't it? I've been mega busy, trying to put some new courses together and then market them - I'm currently going after universities to try to help them with students who need help with their English. So lots to do - all good, though!
It's also been a good week, I've logged everything, exercised on exercise days (5 out of 7 every week), and I've upped my water intake (just a bit). Best part - no snacking! Seriously - lots of fruit in the house, nothing to eat after supper, and drinking water when I think that I want to snack (normally turns out that I'm just thirsty!) So far it's working.
Oh, Happy birthday @Stefbomb2020 - Your photos look like you had a terrific birthday.
I'm keeping everything crossed for you @Terytha for the results of your Covid-19 test. Positive vibes flying to you from Worcestershire UK.
Here are my very late numbers:
27th July
Steps - 2781
Exercise - 31 mins Tabata & Booty workout
28th July
Steps - 2691
Exercise - 35 mins Upper Body Strength / Back & Triceps (weights)
29th July
Steps - 1434 (literally pinned to my desk ALL DAY)
Exercise - REST DAY
Welcome aboard all newcomers - have a fantastic day, everyone!
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Happy birthday! @Stefbomb2020
And congrats on the new dress! I bet that felt great!1 -
Ugh y’all I am REALLY struggling!!! I was on vaca last week didn’t wear my watch at all didn’t do a whole lot of exercise just the couple of swims. came home over the weekend with full intentions of getting back to it.. my entire family has been quarantined because they are all sick. Literally everyone EXCEPT me. Everyone had covid test and just got the results back a second ago and all negative!!! Who hooo but I just can’t get back into the grove of things this week... I STILL have not put my watch on, have only walked 1 time since being home, I have literally eaten like *kitten* every day. I’m so disappointed in myself. I did sooo good for awhile there and now this slump... I did order a new pair of running shoes last week that SHOULD arrive today. Maybe that will help?!?!!. Well I’m sorry if I bring y’all down tomorrow lol my weight I’m sure will be up and my steps on Sunday I’m sure will be crap... But today is a new day sooo I’m hoping to get it into gear starting NOW!!!5
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All right everyone - take a deep breath! @deniners2 @thinfairy2020 and @SMcFall0215 You have slipped a bit, you're eating (feels good until afterwards...), and you are anxious! I think there is always a weird panic when deciding to get back on track, no matter how many times. Try to get ONE perfect day. Plan your food and exercise, follow your plan, log everything, and enjoy how empowering that one day can feel. That makes it a lot easier to go on! A slip or even a slide is not a disaster unless you walk away. You're going to be fine!
@Stefbomb2020 you look fabulous! That dress - wow. Your husband knows how to shop for you! Looks like you had a wonderful birthday, and then it's back to keto and becoming even more fabulous!
I'll get your numbers in soon @YinxFed -- bug me if I forget! You are doing great to work so hard and then to also get your exercise in. Role model!!4 -
We have yet another new member for August - and a fellow resident of Québec! From Montréal, welcome @tobeme3
When you get here, @tobeme3 , please be sure to post your weigh-in day and current weight, and then you'll be all set to go for August, which starts on Sunday for us. Thanks!
I also have been slipping on my nagging. I tell you. I should be ashamed of myself...
Weigh-ins Update!
overdue:
@graceojo999
@reflectionofme
due today:
@eggfreak
@conleywoods
due Friday:
@deniners2
@KellyBgetsFit
@Steph1498
@evangsimmons170
@SMcFall0215
@CanadianGiraffe
@happimess01
This is the week when it is most important to get weigh-ins done on time! The end of the month tallies are painful when there are late ones...
I promise to be back to nag some more until ALL the numbers are there. You know how much they make me happy
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@SMcFall0215 So glad to hear about the family's COVID test results. No wonder you didn't feel on top of your game! But the past has passed. You can't change it so just let it go. But you can (and will
) be able to control today and tomorrow...
Yesterday's supper turned out better than I had anticipated. I was over on my calories but nothing ridiculous. It was a yummy tomato feta tart with tomatoes from their own greenhouse as well as a lovely charcuterie board. So a bit tricky to keep track of everything but I did my best and tried to stick to the healthier choices. And I've already completed XBX program for today. I've brought my scale along with me but the numbers all week have been a little wonky. I'm not sure if it is the trailer floor not being quite solid or what but I'll have something for you @jugar !3 -
Oh, I can definitely relate! Put the scale away until your next weigh in day. I'm serious! Write down the negative things you chew on in your head and check-in about the truth or accuracy of those statements...chances are, they're neither! Take another deep breath and give yourself a hug.thinfairy2020 wrote: »i’m really discouraged right now
I just couldn’t stop eating so I weighed myself and I weigh 4.8 lbs more than i did this morning. I know it’s mostly food and water weight but it really sucks to see that number go up so high
Find one thing you appreciate about yourself, focus on that, then drink a glass or two of water and take a nap. I'm serious about that, too! When I feel discouraged, I'm usually thristy and tired...so, go for it.
One of the reasons I decided to respond to your post is so I could follow my advice...I wasn't using it so, thank you! I appreciate your honest assessment and willingness to share with us.
Keep it going. I'm glad you're here.
@YinxFed it's good to see that you're back! Good seeing you. I look forward to hearing more about the classes you're creating.
@Terytha fingers and toes crossed that whatever you find out, you'll be able to tackle head on to work on a solution.
I got a good swim in today and even though some T-storms were building, they scooted off to the horizon and the Connecticut River. They may be back in a while but, I don't mind 'cause I already got some time in the pond!
Have a good Thursday everyone.
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The Covid test is super gross.
I'll find out in 2 to 4 days what's up.
Today I'm ravenously hungry. I've eaten two donuts, I can't resist when I'm this starving.
But, well, if that's how I feel maybe I need one day of extra food. It won't hurt me.
Update: Boss man is bringing ice cream. Because we're on day two of a heat warning. Buster Bars are 450 calories.
Maybe we'll just call today a maintenance day. Lol.5 -
PW: 215.0
CW: 216.0
LTD: 39 LBS
This could have been worse! I was 218 on Monday so I had a loss just not enough for the spreadsheet 😆 I don't know why this months period was so rough. I'm just glad it's over 😌 Moving on...
Yesterday was decent calories. Ate 75 more exercise calories than I wanted but still under. Walked, swam and did my ballet workout yesterday.
Sounds like some of us are having the freak outs! I have had some too. Just remember it's normal and it will pass. Take action 🎬 but do so in a caring way. Show yourself some compassion...okay?
@Stefbomb2020 Happy birthday! You look amazing and it has to feel good fitting into the dress. Looks like an awesome day.4 -
@Stefbomb2020 happy late birthday, you looked amazing!!!!!!
i’m trying to plan that perfect day today but wow i’m sore! I might be going axe throwing in around 3 hours which will definitely be a good distraction from snacking
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@jugar
PW 150.5
CW 151.5
Frankly, I was shocked it wasn't worse. I too was finding myself ravenous and reaching for anything and everything for a couple days. Seems to have passed. I got away for a couple days to a beautiful empty cottage, brought my sewing machine, a W.I.P. (work in progress), and a lot of healthy food. Enjoyed the peace and quiet. I need to schedule that again for September/October.
I wish that 'dry July' only referred to my not drinking any alcohol...it has been brutally dry and super hot in the garden and it looks like its been torched. depressing to go out there. My 'dry July' has been fine and easy, I wonder how I ever saved the calories to have that glass of wine in the evening!
Stay well all.
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