I could have _____ but I didn't. Instead, I ____

squishyjenn

Here's a fun way to motivate ourselves and show we ARE making positive changes in our life! Simply fill in the blanks. I'll start.

I could have taken the bus from work but I didn't. Instead, I bicycled there!

Lets hear what you could have done today that could have impaired your weight loss, but you didn't, and instead you did something to improve your loss!

MissTink

I could have eaten ice cream but I didn't. Instead I ate frozen cool whip. Was pretty good

1smemae94

i could have pigged out today and eaten icecream, chips and other junk but i didnt, instead i ate fruit and veggies.

SavannaN

I could have stayed in the hotel room and took a nap, instead I did the elliptical and the went to the gym and did strength training.

rikisue206

Today I could have stayed in bed half of the day and not worked out, but instead I did a 45 min Circuit training and 20 min elliptical trainer.

jess_steich7

I could have had a chocolate chip cookie and an ice cream sandwich but instead I had a cup of apple sauce.

maemiller

I could have eaten another piece of my birthday cake, but instead took the dog out for a run

wenlot7

I could have biked home the easy route, but I took the long route instead

TeamLeela

I could have walked laps around the pool while my daughter took had her lessons, but I didn't. Instead, I sat there and watched because I didn't want people to think, "would this crazy lady sit down like everyone else. She's in the way. I can't see my kid!!"

sister_bear

I could have had a Burger King original chicken sandwich with extra mayo and large fries dipped in mayo (oh! the may was calling me today), but instead I had a 6" turkey on wheat from Subway with light mayo and spinach!

Oh, the mayo... *cry*

MakinMoves

Today I Could Have Stayed In And Caught Up On All My DVR'd Shows While My Daughter Was At Camp...But Instead I Got To The Gym For Some Cardio Kickboxing & Went To The Beach With My Daughter After Camp To Swim & Run On The Beach!

P.S...Love This Topic! Love All The Motivation!!!!

Jorra

I could have slept til noon and ate pizza all day, but I didn't. Instead, I got up at 9:30 and went to the gym and cooked all my own meals!

runningfromzombies

I could have slept in this morning, but I didn't. Instead, I got up at 8AM for my pre-planned workout, which was running four miles outside, even though it was hot and humid. Win.

jisabelle

I could have had a whole Watchamacallit insted I only had half.
:bigsmile:

ladyerin79

I could have--sat on my butt all day and let the house get dirty and the family eat junk--but I didn't. Instead, I--got off my butt and super cleaned house, took care of my babies, and prepared a nice meal for my family.

dawnpolk

I had lunch at Longhorn today with a client. I could have eaten a lot of things there and felt guilty but instead I had a small piece of salmon, steamed veggies and water to drink.

eates

I could have used the gym unexpectedly being closed as an excuse to sit on the couch but instead I managed to get a workout in at home even with my boys' "help"

I could have sat while I folded my 5 loads of laundry today but instead I stood & did "step-touches" and squats while I folded them.

bobbiedr

I could have eaten one of the cookies or cupcakes provided in our staff meeting today, but instead I went back to my desk and ate some celery with a laughing cow cheese wedge.

Whatnow50

I could have eaten a Costco deli hot dog and soda but I didn't. Instead, I came home and made a delicious salad! Love it!

sonbeam

I could have let the heat get to me and not work out but I didn't. Instead, I plugged in the fan and did my 30 day shred exercise. And I feel great!!!

lmvince

I could have grabbed a meal from the Chinese restaurant on the corner, but I didn't. Instead, I made a salad.

HotMamaByVday

I could have had a Toffee Sticky Pudding after lunch with friends, but I didn't. Instead I went shopping.

skinnyminimoni

My aunt took me to Golden Corral today. I could have pigged out on fried food and mac n' cheese and all that, but I didn't. Instead I ate veggies and fish (and just a wee bit of ice cream).

spaztastic13

I could of sat on my butt and did nothing. But I didnt. Instead i cleaned the house and about to put away laundry which I hate!!

noexcuses1218

I could have had a baked potato with the yummy steak my husband grilled. Instead, I skipped the dinner carb and loaded up on salad instead.

trying2getslim

I could have stress ate today ,but I didn't instead I went for a jog on my treadmill

RedBullLiz

I could have had huge BBQ ribs but instead, I had a veggie wrap. Filled me up!!

JulieF11

I could have... been frustrated that I was out of calories for the day.
Instead, I had a second work-out and enjoyed some well deserved popcorn!

lollie1285

I could have had a cheeseburger today, but instead I had grilled chicken and veggies.

TaushasJourney

Today, I could have continued to insure my car, but I didn't. Instead I bought a bike! Haha ^_^

ditzee

I could have come home with all of todays frustration and sat around all night but I didn't. Instead I went to the pool did aerobics and swam unitl the day washed away!