October 2014 -- Say NO To Late Night Snacking
lamlamsmakeover
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Happy October everyone! Let's make this a winning month!!
"Tired of self-sabotaging by munching after dinner? Upset that you double your in-calories at night? Then it's not just me . To get some help (or inspire us by your good example), please join us in this challenge.
We're usually fixing a cut-off time, past which only non-caloric things are allowed (unsweetened tea or water). Yet, we're not that strict: you may allow yourself a handful of almonds, if you're able to stop at that. Figure out what fits you and start counting... .
We go by the formula:
Me: "number indicating how many evenings you stuck to it"
LNS: "number of times late night snacks won"
Example: Me: 2 - LNS: 0 indicates I won the first two nights.
Some people also add a * to the latest number. In the example, that would be
Me: 2 - LNS: 1*
if LNS won the 3rd night.
It's as simple as that. Or as complicated, as you will discover. Nevertheless, the persistence and good results of some of our "old" members (and some people keep coming back) show that the battle is worthwhile .
Welcome!
"Tired of self-sabotaging by munching after dinner? Upset that you double your in-calories at night? Then it's not just me . To get some help (or inspire us by your good example), please join us in this challenge.
We're usually fixing a cut-off time, past which only non-caloric things are allowed (unsweetened tea or water). Yet, we're not that strict: you may allow yourself a handful of almonds, if you're able to stop at that. Figure out what fits you and start counting... .
We go by the formula:
Me: "number indicating how many evenings you stuck to it"
LNS: "number of times late night snacks won"
Example: Me: 2 - LNS: 0 indicates I won the first two nights.
Some people also add a * to the latest number. In the example, that would be
Me: 2 - LNS: 1*
if LNS won the 3rd night.
It's as simple as that. Or as complicated, as you will discover. Nevertheless, the persistence and good results of some of our "old" members (and some people keep coming back) show that the battle is worthwhile .
Welcome!
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Oct 1
ME: 1
LNS: 00 -
October 1:
ME: *1
LNS: 0
Here's to a great start! :drinker:
Peace,
Jeff
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Thanks IamIam for getting this month going.:flowerforyou: Good luck to you and Jeff.
Happily, I remembered the challenge in time last night and beat out LNS.:happy: My cut-off time is 9:30 p.m. except for special occasions/evenings out when it can go as late as 11:30 p.m.
Me: 1
LNS: 0
Zaza0 -
Oct 2
ME: 2*
LNS: 00 -
Welcome back, Jeff and Zaza!!!
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OCT 2:
ME: *2
LNS: 0
Great start everyone. Let's kick butt this month! Welcome ZAZA - nice of you to join Me and LamLam!!! We're all going to do great things this month! GO TEAM!!!
Peace,
Jeff
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It IS a great start.
Me: 2
LNS: 0
Zaza0 -
Not such a great start after all. I forgot I was after my cut-off time and had a little lemonade. :ohwell: I'll just try to remember going forward. Bad habits die hard I guess.
Me: 2
LNS: 1
Zaza0 -
Not such a great start after all. I forgot I was after my cut-off time and had a little lemonade. :ohwell: I'll just try to remember going forward. Bad habits die hard I guess.
Me: 2
LNS: 1
Zaza
You're doing fine. Habits don't stop in 1 day. You'll get there 0 -
Oct 3
ME: 3*
LNS: 00 -
OCT 3rd:
ME: 2
LNS: 1*
Even though I "binged" I was still able to stay under my calorie goals; having the exercise calories added in definitely helps. If it's one thing I have learned (or that I am forcing myself to do) is that I weigh or measure everything that goes into my mouth. Just having that awareness will sometimes curb my binging before it gets totally out of control. So I'll measure out the 0.5 oz. of dark chocolate 4 times, each time a reminder that I have to log it no matter what. Even if it's followed by three vanilla crème cookies and some chex mix, the fact that I have to log it eventually makes me guilty enough to stop. When all is said and done, it usually doesn't add up to more than a normal meal would have, it's just not as healthy or satisfying.
ZaZa, don't be so hard on yourself. It's a whole process of learning new habits and unlearning old ones. You're going to do great this month. Just the fact that you signed up for this group means you're serious about developing a new relationship with food. There will be setbacks but there will be so many more victories to be proud of.
LamLam, thanks for all your continued support and inspiration, Seeing how many calories you burn and how many minutes you exercise encourages me to do the same.
Together, we can do this. Let's kick LNS to the curb!
Peace,
Jeff 0 -
Ugh. First time posting to this group, but since honesty is the best policy...
Me: 0
LNS: 3
I'm not sure where to begin with this. Cut off times don't seem to work, and being full doesn't seem to matter either. I've been stuck around the same weight for over a month and I know it's due to LNS.
Today is a new day though...0 -
Welcome OhioTubaGirl!
Thanks for joining us this month and for being honest. It's hard sometimes to show that you're not doing as well as others in the group but just remember we are not in competition with each other (unless that motivates you, of course). Whatever help and support you might need, don't be afraid to ask.
I must say I am impressed by your ticker showing "46 pounds lost". You obviously were successful in the past at losing weight - what has been different this month than previous times? Maybe you can share some of your secrets to your success and remind yourself what worked in the past.
I'm having a rough time this month and when I get stressed it's easy to eat especially right before I go to bed. It seems like I need a full belly of comfort food to help me sleep. But I am learning to take it easier on the late night eating/snacking. It seems so darn hard though to unlearn bad habits and learn new ones.
Good Luck to all of us this month!
Peace,
Jeff :drinker:0 -
OCT 4:
ME: 3*
LNS 1
We will succeed this month!
Peace,
Jeff 0 -
Oct 5
ME: 5*
LNS: 00 -
Ugh. First time posting to this group, but since honesty is the best policy...
Me: 0
LNS: 3
I'm not sure where to begin with this. Cut off times don't seem to work, and being full doesn't seem to matter either. I've been stuck around the same weight for over a month and I know it's due to LNS.
Today is a new day though...
Welcome OhioTubaGirl!!!!! 0 -
October 5th:
ME: *4
LNS: 1
Woo-Hoo! Great Start LamLam!
Some days it feels like I have so much control...today was one of them! :bigsmile:
Peace,
Jeff0 -
October 5th:
ME: *4
LNS: 1
Woo-Hoo! Great Start LamLam!
Some days it feels like I have so much control...today was one of them! :bigsmile:
Peace,
Jeff
Nice!! One day at a time!0 -
Oct 6
ME: 6*
LNS: 0
I have clothes that are tight on me, so I am determined to do no LNS!0 -
I really got off track.
I'm not even sure how many nights I blew it, but this is my best guess:
Me: 4
LNS: 3
I have to stick with this challenge because the scale doesn't lie and I do better when I avoid the dreaded LNS.
You are both doing well so I just need to get a little competitive.
Good luck!!
Zaza0 -
October 9: Happy Birthday to me!
Me: 5
LNS *4
These darn special days really throw me for a loop. I told myself that I would control my eating, I sipped water all morning and afternoon and had light meals at breakfast and lunch. I was so determined not to pig out when I got to the restaurant but...Those dang tortilla chips and salsa started me off on the wrong foot. Then when I got to my meal, I was already full but how can one resist a steaming plate of Mexican food in front of you? I ate the bean tostada and the birria taco and had bites of the chile relleno, chicken enchilada, and beef tamale. Oh jeez, everything was so good! In olden days I would have no problem putting the whole meal into my stomach but I guess with the smaller portion sizes I'm used to, it helped somewhat limit how much I ate. Regardless, it was a delicious meal and I am so fortunate to have a partner who loves me and celebrates the man I am today.
I was ready to call it a night for eating (I was already way off calorie limits) but a friend insisted on taking us out to Dairy Queen for my birthday. I wanted a small Dilly bar but ended up getting a medium sized Reese's Blizzard because our friends had buy one, get one free blizzard coupons. I dutifully ate it right to the bottom - It was very good but I feel like I need to work extra hard the next few weeks to make up for all the calories tonight.
One night does not make me a failure. I just need to go back to my regular habits that I have developed and it will all even itself out.
Thanks everyone for their support!
Peace,
Jeff
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Happy Birthday Jeff!!
Birthdays count as a special occasion in my book so give yourself a pass.
Yesterday was my mom's birthday also. We had a lovely afternoon and dinner out. Lucky for me that I was SO tired that I avoided LNS when I got home and went to bed. Yeah!
Me: 6
LNS: 3
Zaza0 -
Oct 9
ME: 7
LNS: 2*
Had a couple days of some LNS. Was very busy with an in-house work retreat and then just crashed yesterday after my normal day of work (I work at home) from all of the nonstop social interaction. Needed comfort food but need to remind myself not to reward myself with food. Today is better, though.0 -
wow, the message boards/groups have changed. Finally getting used to this. I think I'm going to like it.
You guys are doing great!!0 -
We are all pretty close. Nothing like a little friendly competition to help us lose weight!0
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October 10:
ME: 5
LNS: *5
Still celebrating my birthday!
We have a Halloween tradition of making homemade caramel corn and we tried out a different recipe tonight. It was yummy but still not quite right. I guess there will be a few more nights of caramel corn before the month is out.
I may be behind you ZaZa and LamLam but I am a strong finisher!
Way to go! I guess the competition is on!
Peace,
Jeff
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We've been celebrating a few things too so last night was a lost cause.
Me: 7
LNS: 4
Zaza0 -
October 10:
ME: 5
LNS: *5
Still celebrating my birthday!
We have a Halloween tradition of making homemade caramel corn and we tried out a different recipe tonight. It was yummy but still not quite right. I guess there will be a few more nights of caramel corn before the month is out.
I may be behind you ZaZa and LamLam but I am a strong finisher!
Way to go! I guess the competition is on!
Peace,
Jeff
You're staying in this thread, so you are a winner, Jeff!0 -
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Oct 12
ME: 10*
LNS: 20
