Challenge - No alcohol for 2 weeks!

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  • LoneWolfRunner
    LoneWolfRunner Posts: 1,160 Member
    I think alcohol provides very necessary calories. I would ditch a lot of other things first.
  • sandyyb1
    sandyyb1 Posts: 18 Member
    I am starting today, but just for today. And then tomorrow I will try just for tomorrow. :)
  • 808Kine
    808Kine Posts: 60 Member
    Well, I haven't quit over the past few weeks, but only having 1-2 drinks in the evening. Not too bad, but will shoot for just one or less per day over the next week.
  • dbanks80
    dbanks80 Posts: 3,685 Member
    I have not had alcohol this entire month of August and I checked my weight yesterday for the first time this month and i am done 7 lbs!!!! I am so happy!
  • dbanks80
    dbanks80 Posts: 3,685 Member
    I have not had alcohol this entire month of August and I checked my weight yesterday for the first time this month and i am done 7 lbs!!!! I am so happy!

    To be honest I am not really missing it.
  • Smamfa
    Smamfa Posts: 139 Member
    Im another who drinks too much at the weekends and then makes bad choices. Day 2 done so far. Aiming for 3 weeks without any alcohol☺
  • heartanurse
    heartanurse Posts: 6 Member
    Great job!
  • jenversuslife
    jenversuslife Posts: 57 Member
    Just popping in to say I had a dry January and raised £250 for Cancer Research in the process (that's how much I drank originally and how surprised my friends and family were haha) and I know it's tough but keep going!!
  • emmooney235
    emmooney235 Posts: 85 Member
    I've been alcohol free since July, it's not by choice but due to medical reasons. It is difficult when surrounded by others who drink and drink too much. I always make sure there is cold water readily available, sometimes flavored. I also volunteer to find a new non-alcoholic punch recipe for every get together. My basic non-alcoholic cocktail is Sprite and a fruit juice. Good luck!!!!!
  • MsDellyssa
    MsDellyssa Posts: 66 Member
    It's been 2 weeks and 2 days since I bought alcohol. I drank some the night I bought it, and haven't drank any since. I keep forgetting it's there. There are times I go months before I think, Hey, wine, and then I never get around to it.
  • sculli123
    sculli123 Posts: 1,221 Member
    Last drink was 23 August and not drinking again until the 7th when I watch football.
  • 108victorian
    108victorian Posts: 22 Member
    This thread is hilarious; I've found my people! I've been so wanting to cut back on the alcohol consumption, but then a fine Pinot Noir or IPA calls my name! And he has at least 3 tasty buddies that need to be in my belly. The torture. But 2 weeks eh? I think I can do this. I need to do this. All my good intentions get drunk away. Sober September here I come.
  • mhlew
    mhlew Posts: 377 Member
    I went 20 days no alcohol (nearly 3 weeks) Boozed too much on labor day, now back to another 3 weeks no alcohol.
  • tabicatinthehat
    tabicatinthehat Posts: 329 Member
    I went 20 days no alcohol (nearly 3 weeks) Boozed too much on labor day, now back to another 3 weeks no alcohol.

    I want in on this round. Two weeks. Starting yesterday.
  • chatnel
    chatnel Posts: 688 Member
    I am just about to go to Italy for two weeks so I have to put this challenge on hold for me. Definately trying again when I get back.

    Arrivederci :drinker:
  • 808Kine
    808Kine Posts: 60 Member
    Well, I haven't overdone it, but haven't quit either! Hmmm, maybe another try starting today. Not in it for the high, just nice to relax with a glass after work. Am I salvageable?
    I went 20 days no alcohol (nearly 3 weeks) Boozed too much on labor day, now back to another 3 weeks no alcohol.
  • 108victorian
    108victorian Posts: 22 Member
    I made it 2 days! It felt great and easy. But, tonight is pub night with my father. He needs it. It's his social event of the week (mine too, but don't tell anyone). Nonetheless, I will be indulging but will get right back on that wagon afterwards.
  • dbanks80
    dbanks80 Posts: 3,685 Member
    Well, I haven't overdone it, but haven't quit either! Hmmm, maybe another try starting today. Not in it for the high, just nice to relax with a glass after work. Am I salvageable?
    I went 20 days no alcohol (nearly 3 weeks) Boozed too much on labor day, now back to another 3 weeks no alcohol.

    That was me on Labor Day as well. After not drinking at all the month of August. But i am back on track and havent had alcohol since Labor Day.
  • ChaleGirl
    ChaleGirl Posts: 270 Member
    Ok so I'm failing miserably with this! Gosh my self control is abysmal!
  • So_Much_Fab
    So_Much_Fab Posts: 1,146 Member
    Yeah, I totally blew this...so I'm popping back in to give it another go.
  • throoper
    throoper Posts: 351 Member
    I just found this thread, which is perfect timing because my husband and I started the South Beach Diet yesterday. It basically cuts out all crappy processed carbs for two weeks, which sadly includes all alcohol. We have 3-4 drinks several days a week and the empty calories really aren't doing us any favors. I love my wine though!!! Going to commit to abstaining through Sunday September 21, when I'm running a half marathon that ends at a brewery with free beer so obviously I will deserve that ;) That will be two solid weeks though. Not going to lie, it's only been two days and it's already hard.

    Good luck to all of you, and get back on the horse if you fell off!
  • chatnel
    chatnel Posts: 688 Member
    woah I was so crap with this challenge, can barely do a week.
  • La5Vega5Girl
    La5Vega5Girl Posts: 709 Member
    chatnel wrote: »
    After realising I had over 3 bottles of wine over the weekend and that is a regular occurence, I have set myself a challenge for no booze for two full weeks including two full weekends. Who wants to join me and keep each other motivated?

    my last drink was sept 12 in las vegas. i am not drinking again until hubby's company xmas party, dec 12. it was just an idea to see if i could lose a few extra pounds w/o alcohol getting in the way of my weight loss. so far, so good. only had one day when i really wanted a glass of wine to relax, but i reminded myself that i didn't NEED it. after that, easy! Plus i came across the sober for october, so that worked out very well for me! LOL
  • pdxwine
    pdxwine Posts: 389 Member
    I am in the wine business, so I am around it daily.

    That being said, when my Dr. put me on a low sodium plan, for my blood pressure, I decided to do a cleanse.

    I have not consumed any alcohol since mid-May. I have tasted and spit, as tasting wine is part of my profession. Once I reach my goal, I will add wine back in, in moderation.
  • Health_Temple
    Health_Temple Posts: 93 Member
    Also in. I had a bad reaction to three ounces of wine that lasted 4-5 hours over a week ago. Don't know if it was a miracle but scred me
    I to not drinking this far. Feel free to add me and make sure I'm behaving!!
  • TheKingsChampion
    TheKingsChampion Posts: 120
    Is it cheating if you don't drink alcohol? Ever?
  • Sweatinglikeapigtolooklikeafox
    Sweatinglikeapigtolooklikeafox Posts: 189 Member
    Im doing Sober October for Macmillan Cancer Support, i hope I can make it further than when I stopped for 3 weeks for no reason other than I wanted to test myself
  • Trignon
    Trignon Posts: 21 Member
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  • tweber9
    tweber9 Posts: 1 Member
    I know I am late but am still going to try! Going to start Monday Oct 13th...plans this weekend already :)
  • MelanieRBrace
    MelanieRBrace Posts: 245 Member
    I know I'm late too but would love to see if I can do this. I would also love to see if I get any weight loss results as well. I'll start today, Oct 9.
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