is it really worth it?

HeartME511healthy · June 2012

I can totally relate to how you are feeling, but I also have to remind myself that when I didn't focus on what I ate and what I didn't do for exercise I lost track of how I looked, and felt. So yes there are times where McDonalds or a Snickers Bar or whatever my craving is at that time I have to tell myself why am I feeling these things? Is it because I am bored, frustrated, mad or just too antsy to do anything? If any of these apply then I just pre-plan my meals and drink that water and say there is no real reason because those emotions are why I am here today. But if none of those emotions apply and I just want it, then I get it just enough to satisfy not to binge out of control. And that doesn't mean I try to workout extra, I just log it and keep my calories where they need to be. I recently did that and I was fine with just a little bit so that I could say I had "Fun Food". Interesting though, today I don't feel like doing anything. But I know me... I will still push past tired or bored and do some sort of cardio, or strength training.

mommy7713 · June 2012

I understand the grieving thing, I have lost beloved K9 Kids throughout my life. Very sorry for your loss. Just remember the good times and happy memories. Here is some food for thought though- when your ready to open your heart to another pooch, consider a shelter dog. I'm sure you could find one that would melt your heart and motivate you to be the best you that you can be, and at the same time you'd be saving a life.

myfitnessnmhoy · June 2012

Yes. It is.

It's hard work to start, but it gets easier.

And then, when the pounds start vanishing and you start working out for better health, you find you can do more interesting things.

Being morbidly obese or obese for 30+ years has cost me many, many things. I've been unable to do so many things I wanted to, and I've had to set goals for my physical activity that were far less than I wanted.

In the past few years, and especially in the past few months that I've been using calorie counting to lose weight, a lot of those limitations are falling away along with the pounds.

My only regret is waiting so long. I'm now firmly on the wrong side of 40, and if I ever encountered 15-year-old me I'd like to smack his fat little *kitten* for not doing this when it would have been easier, and bought me so very much more out of life.

Sadly, we can only move forward. So I'm enjoying my new midlife crisis car - a new body. I paid for it by eating less.

mermx · June 2012

We all have `down days` when the scale hasn`t moved for a while and everything seems really not worth it.

Maybe add some online friends to help keep you motivated.

Don`t despair OK you have `pigged out` today as you said but tomorrow is another day!!!

It`s not so hard once you get into it, maybe you just haven`t got your self in the right place at the moment...Keep trying Rome wasn`t built in a day!

LoraF83 · June 2012

So sign up for some fitness classes, take a college course in a subject you've always liked (art, photography, geneology, etc), go to library activites (most have art shows, free concerts, classes, etc), join a church, a walking group, etc.

You have to get out there to have friends. Do some things you like doing and you will find similar minded people along the way.

ilovedogs · June 2012

You know what i have just realised i do this every time i am on my own! my hubby has gone away for the weekend and here i go with the wine and binges. when he is home i am pretty good with what i eat but every thursday and teusday when he goes to run the locaL poker i binge.

darrensurrey · June 2012

Nowt wrong with eating chicken, wedges and onion rings as long as you maintain a daily calorie deficit... in other words, don't eat too much. Losing weight doesn't have to be just about lettuce and carrots. I eat cakes regularly. Today, I had chips (chunky fries) and battered cod plus a cheese cake. About 800 calories, given the portion size. I'll have a lighter dinner of chicken and salad after some HIIT and weights. :-)

PS Your doggy was cute. :-D

ilovedogs · June 2012

oh I will thats for sure. just not ready yet though, i would like a good holiday first as we havent been away for the last 6 years because i couldnt bear to leave him

TundraTed · June 2012

Its all about moderation..... You can still have a cupcake. Just not 2-3, and not everyday.

The whole point of tracking what you eat is so that you can re-learn how to eat and use moderation for things.

jofjltncb6 · June 2012

I generally love what I eat, but I also make a conscious effort to find foods I like that are also good for me. Sure, there are still some occasional times when I miss something (like a hot buttered roll at Texas Roadhouse last weekend), but honestly, I could have eaten one or two without my life spiraling into a pit of despair.

I don't mean this the wrong way, but if you absolutely hate the food you're eating and feel like you're being deprived of something, then you might be doing it wrong. Focus on foods that are good for you and taste good, not on what you can't have.

shannonlee28 · June 2012

It really is worth it, it doesn't seem like it when you are trying to get to your goal weight but once you get there you will look back and realize it really was worth all the hard work and determination. Don't give up when you have days like this, when you fall off the wagon you just have to get back on the next day and keep going. Everyone has good days & bad days just don't let the bad ones get the best of you. You can do this, it isn't easy but it can be done. Good luck

saxmaniac · June 2012

No, I don't.

My new diet is awesome and I don't feel deprived one bit. Have kept it going for a year with very little tracking, but intelligent choices and occasional splurges. If my weight creeps up beyond 170, I start logging again.

Life is good! I can do this untli I die.

katejkelley · June 2012

There are definitley days I feel just like you do, especially when I see other people enjoying foods I no longer eat. But since I've been eating healthy and exercising more, I feel so much better. My clothes are all hanging loose, I have more energy, I am really enjoying so many more activities. In the long run, I'm doing this for me. I have to make the choice each day that I want to stick with this and continue feeling and looking better or if I'm going to cave in to old, not-so-healthy habits. I also consider, would eating/drinking that _____ really make me feel better? Chances are, no, it won't. I'll just feel guilty, tired and frustrated. Still, I completely understand how you feel. Maybe you need to give yourself a mini-vacation from all the self discipline and just take a day off.

darrensurrey · June 2012

I like the above. Sounds like you've hit the right balance between healthiness and obsessiveness. Your final sentence is particularly worth highlighting as it is about a lifestyle choice not a quick hit diet plan.

Melonhead · June 2012

No it's not worth it. You should just quit. i know, i'm a jerk! that's what you want to hear isn't it?

ilovedogs · June 2012

So I just a a fun size twix,time out,dairy milk and kit kat, and i dont even like milk chocolate I like the really dark 85% stuff. I have issues hear that need solving. Thank you all sooo much for your support.

Lleldiranne · June 2012

Hmmm, I feel better when I exercise. I have more energy for the rest of the day, I am in a better mood, and I have the strength to do what needs to be done, whether it's moving furniture or riding my bike to something because I have no car.

I enjoy a great variety of food, and sometimes even "junk." I haven't, and won't, cut anything out of my diet completely. I avoid most processed sugar, but on my kid's birthday I enjoy cake; I eat whole grains and I think they taste better; I eat chips, but only one serving instead of cramming myself full of them.

All of this makes my quality of life better, in my opinion. I'm not sick as often, I have fewer tummy aches and less heartburn. I feel better about myself in general, and my sex life is better :blushing: So it's worth the bit of aggravation of having only a single scoop of icecream when we go to Baskin Robins (I still do that!) or giving up 30 minutes of sleep to exercise, or logging what I eat.

ilovedogs · June 2012

Nooo thats not what I want to hear. Maybe the post was a pathetic cry for help

13inchestogo · June 2012

My thoughts would be life is too short not to eat healthfully and exercise your body. But I guess if you are feeling down you may be wanting to just give up. Don't do it, you'll live the life of a starfish sitting there watching the fancy dolphins all happy and mobile!!!
BE A DOLPHIN.

yay silly metaphors....

Melonhead · June 2012

GOOD! You're a fighter, so YOU CAN DO IT! Now just get back in the game. You just have to decide how badly you want it. I gave up so many times, I've lost count.

is it really worth it?

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