Just for today --- daily commitment thread

I think this thread is a great idea. Taking one day at a time is a good way to look at things. My two goals for today are:
1) Exercise for at least 30 minutes.
2) Slow down, relax, and take time for me.

I met my goals for 3/5 it was hard to get motivated to run but I didn't want to have to come on here and admit I failed!! I also brushed my teeth right after dinner which totally helped me not do any late night snacking. So just for today 3/6:
1) 80 oz water
2) 40 mins cardio
3) only 1 beer after work
4) do some squats and sit ups even tho I hate them with a passion haha
Happy Friday!!!

kegofstout wrote: »

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4) do some squats and sit ups even tho I hate them with a passion haha

I hear ya! Squats are HORRIBLE! Frankly, I don't like any indoor exercise. But they are ohhh so necessary.

Saragirl2 wrote: »

Today I will:
Walk outside for about 30 or more minutes (depends on wether or not I have to climb a snow bank or two)
Meditate for 15 mins
Log
Plan ahead for dinners
Go to Pilates class
Go to bed early again

Have a great day everyone!

Did everything but plan ahead for the dinners. I will make preplanning a priority as I make better choices. Glad I'm getting to bed earlier now that we'll be losing an hour on Sunday w/the time change.

irishladyo wrote: »

YESTERDAY:
Just for today 3-5 I will
Get at least my 8 glasses of water
Not buy any crappy snacks on my grocery run tonight
Continue to ignore the cadbury egg in my desk drawer

Got my water in, bought no bad foods at the store last night and DID NOT eat the cadbury egg! (that one was hard!)

Just for Today 3-6 I will
not snack on things before dinner (even if they aren't "bad" - NO SNACKING!)
Get my 8 glasses of water again
continue to ignore the cadbury egg in my drawer

Can you give the egg away?? I have a weakness for them.

March 7 th this is my first time joining in.
Just for today
1. Not let the stress of daily life make me turn to food
2. Get all my h2o in
3. Track all food I take in
4. Try to get in more exercise

lpeltenburg wrote: »

I feel like I am starting to slip. I ate a couple of things the I didn't log yesterday (a handful of chocolate chips & a piece of chicken).

Just for today
1. I will not eat anything until I weigh & log it
2. I will eat only 1200 calories
3. I will go to the gym & run
4. I will drink 2.5 litres of water

Happy Saturday!

Hang tough, you can do this !!!

joan6630 wrote: »

Seems like there is a dark cloud over us right now, and I can't see the light at the end. I have to work harder on looking at the positives, and hope we get to make the one-day trip to see our grandsons tomorrow.

1. Stay positive. Things could always be worse.
2. Exercise 30 minutes. I did not do this yesterday. I know exercise helps, so I need to concentrate and be sure this gets done.
3. Do not eat for comfort. Food is for fuel - not for therapy! I need to remind myself of this everyday.

Joan I am so sorry things are piling up on you right now. Know we are here to give you any support we can. There is a light somewhere at the end, even if it is covered by a cloud for now. Sending hugs and prayers your way.

Just for today:
I will log every bite and stay within macros, and
I will exercise for 30 min.
I will resist evening temptations! (Can be good all day, but can be weak after 6 PM!)

Taking one day at a time - thanks for this thread!

I will plan today before it plans me.
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Gym before errands.
Track my food.
Eat half of what I want.

Just for today:

1. Actually stick to what I put in my diary. No cheating.
2. Drink more water
3. Love myself a little more

azulvioleta6 wrote: »

Friday:
1. Do at least 10,000 steps to bring up currently pathetic step count only did about 2500 before I got completely worn out.
2. Do gentle exercise. Did not make it to the gym or dance class.
3. Get back to eating fruits and vegetables...today's goal=5 servings

I'm still really struggling with lack of energy and I am still sick, as much as I don't want to admit to it. However, I stepped on the scale today and was back at my lowest weight--a HUGE relief as have been weighing as much as 5 pounds more while ill.

Saturday:
1. 10,000 steps or bust! Seriously, I often do 20,000...I should be able to get there.
2. Get out of the house...maybe get to the gym and do something small.
3. Eat good food/real meals.

dminch40 wrote: »

I am totally new to this. Never struggled with weight at any time in my life, however at age 43 I am uncomfortable with my weight, my physical ability, and my appearance. This thread appeals to me because I tried very hard to focus my life one day at a time. I have read your blog and the comments, & I think I can do this. Just three goals per day, one day at a time. Thank you. More will be revealed!

You don't have to do 3 goals. You can just do one if that's all you can handle for the day. There really are no rules.

February saw no loss or gain so I think a daily accountability will help me stay on task.

Just for today 3/7 I will:

Make good choices at the birthday dinner (one pc of cake is sufficient)
Get my 10000 steps in (or walk until calorie deficit is achieved)

My first day here. I am fairly new to MFP. Have been using it for the past 5 weeks. Saw progress the first few weeks. But last week and half has been pretty frustrating. I am eating right (I think so) excersising at least 45 mins 5 times a week, scale shows different story.

Just for today:
1) I won't step on that scale.
2) get my 10000 steps in
3) try to go with no salt the entire day.

Thanks for this inspiring blog.