Recovering from a massive cheat weekend.
luvsubrooke
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Okay soooo, plain and simple, I had two massive cheat days this weekend. Pizza, cake, bacon, and everything that I basically haven't been eating for a couple of months. I gained 9lbs in 2 days, no joke.
It kinda feels like the end of the world right now. How do I recover from this? A *kitten* ton of water? Fast for a day?
Help.
It kinda feels like the end of the world right now. How do I recover from this? A *kitten* ton of water? Fast for a day?
Help.
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No, don't fast. If possible, log it to keep yourself accountable. Then move on. Fasting is not going to help you form healthy habits.0
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First, relax. It's probably water weight from extra sodium. Considering one pound is 3500 calories, there's really no possible way you ate more than 32,000 calories in 2 days. Drink water, eat your minimum healthy calories, and you'll be fine.0
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Get back on plan, drink some water, understand that this will happen sometimes.0
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There's nothing to 'recover' from.
Just carry on as normal.0 -
1) Try incorporating the things you haven't eaten in months into calorie goals.
2) You ate a lot of sodium and gained a lot of water weight. At most, you could have gained a pound or two. Give it a week or two to see if you've gained actual weight.
3) Eat when you're hungry. Sometimes, you'll just eat more and that's okay. What matters is what you do for the majority of the year.0 -
First, relax. It's probably water weight from extra sodium. Considering one pound is 3500 calories, there's really no possible way you ate more than 32,000 calories in 2 days. Drink water, eat your minimum healthy calories, and you'll be fine.
This. Don't panic, just put it down as experience and work on having an amazing week to make up for it. It happens to everyone, it is totally fixable!
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Yep, probably mostly water retention. Just go back on plan.
I've cheated this weekend...we have guests from out of state.
So far one trip to a bar, and a trip to a board game place with pizza. They also ate a few other places; as in eating out for every meal. They are at a bar right now that has awesome sausage and assorted fried objects. I've just declined to go with them for everything. Likely I will have some oil popped popcorn tonight.
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Don't worry, it's just water. When I fall off the wagon - stop exercising and eat more (because of work, family, etc.) I gain 6-7 lbs for first week, but my metabolism is still so "hot" that I keep loosing weight for few next weeks, even if I'm like 500 kcal above the limit!
Like everything connected to our bodies - it's all in our heads!
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This is exactly how my weekend went! Although my Friday was off plan too as it was my birthday! Feel so bloated right now but i regret nothing0
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This is exactly how my weekend went! Although my Friday was off plan too as it was my birthday! Feel so bloated right now but i regret nothing! Saying that i can't wait to get back into a normal routine tomorrow! My tip is to plan the next few days in advance if you dont do already, ive just planned the entire week & its helping me feel like im already un-doing the damage of the weekend0
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luvsubrooke wrote: »
You worry to much. There is an old polish saying: "Everything is for people. In MODERATION". As long as it's not your everyday habit it won't affect you in the long run in any way. Besides it'll keep your metabolism running, so in few days you won't even notice 0 -
luvsubrooke wrote: »
Well you won't have gained 9lbs of actual weight from that, so chill. Put it down to experience and continue as normal.0 -
luvsubrooke wrote: »
You worry to much. There is an old polish saying: "Everything is for people. In MODERATION". As long as it's not your everyday habit it won't affect you in the long run in any way. Besides it'll keep your metabolism running, so in few days you won't even notice
^^This. Without a doubt its 90% water weight the absolute worst thing you can do it beat yourself up about it and do anything extreme (trust me I've learned the hard way). Simply regroup, *kitten* why you did what you did and forget about it meaning eat like how you NORMALLY would tomorrow hhowever if you feel to up the exercise then do.0 -
I went on a cruise the end of July and had gained 6 lbs in one week. Two weeks later, I had lost it all, give yourself time and it will be gone before you know it!0
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tomorrow is a new day.
no need to worry about it.
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Warning: feeling cranky. So many people here like to say they can cheat, eat what they want, have fun, not give up anything. Then when they see the results, such as this, there is panic and stress. Yes, everyone can make whatever choices they want and newbies need to learn. But I get tired of reading the fallout. That's why I prefer to eat in moderation at all times, pass up certain foods, and adopt habits that will serve me well long term. Bingeing and massive overeating do not merge those criertia. If they meet yours, fine. Rant off.0
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Warning: feeling cranky. So many people here like to say they can cheat, eat what they want, have fun, not give up anything. Then when they see the results, such as this, there is panic and stress. Yes, everyone can make whatever choices they want and newbies need to learn. But I get tired of reading the fallout. That's why I prefer to eat in moderation at all times, pass up certain foods, and adopt habits that will serve me well long term. Bingeing and massive overeating do not merge those criertia. If they meet yours, fine. Rant off.
I don't understand this. I eat what I want and didn't give up anything (except drink calories). But that doesn't mean I stuff my face with all of it in a week end either. I do it in moderation and not all at the same time... So I don't see what 'fallout' you're talking about because it's definitely possible to eat what you want in moderation without gaining 9 pounds (or even 1).0 -
Warning: feeling cranky. So many people here like to say they can cheat, eat what they want, have fun, not give up anything. Then when they see the results, such as this, there is panic and stress. Yes, everyone can make whatever choices they want and newbies need to learn. But I get tired of reading the fallout. That's why I prefer to eat in moderation at all times, pass up certain foods, and adopt habits that will serve me well long term. Bingeing and massive overeating do not merge those criertia. If they meet yours, fine. Rant off.
You realize when people say they "eat what they want" and don't "give up anything," they aren't recommending two days of eating unlimited quantities of whatever they want, right? You can include the foods you like in your diet without eating them in unlimited quantities.
OP was following your plan: trying to totally eliminating certain foods (notice she hadn't had them for months). Maybe that is what caused the issue. Not saying that it can't work for certain people. But maybe if she'd allowed herself a slice of cake sometimes, she wouldn't have to worry about binges.0 -
Warning: feeling cranky. So many people here like to say they can cheat, eat what they want, have fun, not give up anything. Then when they see the results, such as this, there is panic and stress. Yes, everyone can make whatever choices they want and newbies need to learn. But I get tired of reading the fallout. That's why I prefer to eat in moderation at all times, pass up certain foods, and adopt habits that will serve me well long term. Bingeing and massive overeating do not merge those criertia. If they meet yours, fine. Rant off.
I don't understand this. I eat what I want and didn't give up anything (except drink calories). But that doesn't mean I stuff my face with all of it in a week end either. I do it in moderation and not all at the same time... So I don't see what 'fallout' you're talking about because it's definitely possible to eat what you want in moderation without gaining 9 pounds (or even 1).
yup. ive lost 70 eating exactly what i want.
i must be doing it wrong
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Water and clean, whole foods for the next few days - no red meat, lots of leafy greens, green tea, etc. You'll be fine in a few days 0
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janejellyroll wrote: »Warning: feeling cranky. So many people here like to say they can cheat, eat what they want, have fun, not give up anything. Then when they see the results, such as this, there is panic and stress. Yes, everyone can make whatever choices they want and newbies need to learn. But I get tired of reading the fallout. That's why I prefer to eat in moderation at all times, pass up certain foods, and adopt habits that will serve me well long term. Bingeing and massive overeating do not merge those criertia. If they meet yours, fine. Rant off.
You realize when people say they "eat what they want" and don't "give up anything," they aren't recommending two days of eating unlimited quantities of whatever they want, right? You can include the foods you like in your diet without eating them in unlimited quantities.
OP was following your plan: trying to totally eliminating certain foods (notice she hadn't had them for months). Maybe that is what caused the issue. Not saying that it can't work for certain people. But maybe if she'd allowed herself a slice of cake sometimes, she wouldn't have to worry about binges.
Lol wow, people really are cranky.
I've lost weight by cutting out most sugars and starches. Sticking to lean meats, vegetables, and fruits. I'm 5'10 and 160lbs. That's quite the difference from a year ago at 5'10 and 250lbs. I think what I'm doing has worked considering I'm finally getting abs. I messed up, big *kitten* deal. My question was how to recover, not can you judge me and randomly rant on my post. If you don't have any advice don't bother even talking. Good grief.
Thank you, though. And not adressing you personally, more lorpb, bc she came off as a cranky woman with a stick up her0 -
I did the same thing...chicken salad wrap, mussels, steak, tater tots, krispy kreme and Chinese...after losing 7 lbs in one week busting *kitten*...I'm so ashamed0
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It's not all actual weight you gained, it's mostly water like people said. There are some foods which help removing that water faster, like pineapple and strawberries. Don't forget drinking, try those foods and subtract those calories you ate on several weeks so it's easier for you 0
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It's pretty much impossible to gain 9 pounds of fat in 2 days. Continue as normal and it will come off, it's majority water and bloating. Over-restricting after a binge can lead to binge and restriction cycles.0
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Forgive yourself. Then get back on track.0
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luvsubrooke wrote: »janejellyroll wrote: »Warning: feeling cranky. So many people here like to say they can cheat, eat what they want, have fun, not give up anything. Then when they see the results, such as this, there is panic and stress. Yes, everyone can make whatever choices they want and newbies need to learn. But I get tired of reading the fallout. That's why I prefer to eat in moderation at all times, pass up certain foods, and adopt habits that will serve me well long term. Bingeing and massive overeating do not merge those criertia. If they meet yours, fine. Rant off.
You realize when people say they "eat what they want" and don't "give up anything," they aren't recommending two days of eating unlimited quantities of whatever they want, right? You can include the foods you like in your diet without eating them in unlimited quantities.
OP was following your plan: trying to totally eliminating certain foods (notice she hadn't had them for months). Maybe that is what caused the issue. Not saying that it can't work for certain people. But maybe if she'd allowed herself a slice of cake sometimes, she wouldn't have to worry about binges.
Lol wow, people really are cranky.
I've lost weight by cutting out most sugars and starches. Sticking to lean meats, vegetables, and fruits. I'm 5'10 and 160lbs. That's quite the difference from a year ago at 5'10 and 250lbs. I think what I'm doing has worked considering I'm finally getting abs. I messed up, big *kitten* deal. My question was how to recover, not can you judge me and randomly rant on my post. If you don't have any advice don't bother even talking. Good grief.
Thank you, though. And not adressing you personally, more lorpb, bc she came off as a cranky woman with a stick up her
It sounds like you're making excellent progress and doing wonderfully. You didn't mess up at all, you just had a fun weekend. When I went home for Christmas, I ate ALL my favorite foods and "gained" about seven pounds. Got back on plan, exercised like normal, drank water . . . and it all came off. I bet the same thing will happen for you.0 -
luvsubrooke wrote: »janejellyroll wrote: »Warning: feeling cranky. So many people here like to say they can cheat, eat what they want, have fun, not give up anything. Then when they see the results, such as this, there is panic and stress. Yes, everyone can make whatever choices they want and newbies need to learn. But I get tired of reading the fallout. That's why I prefer to eat in moderation at all times, pass up certain foods, and adopt habits that will serve me well long term. Bingeing and massive overeating do not merge those criertia. If they meet yours, fine. Rant off.
You realize when people say they "eat what they want" and don't "give up anything," they aren't recommending two days of eating unlimited quantities of whatever they want, right? You can include the foods you like in your diet without eating them in unlimited quantities.
OP was following your plan: trying to totally eliminating certain foods (notice she hadn't had them for months). Maybe that is what caused the issue. Not saying that it can't work for certain people. But maybe if she'd allowed herself a slice of cake sometimes, she wouldn't have to worry about binges.
Lol wow, people really are cranky.
I've lost weight by cutting out most sugars and starches. Sticking to lean meats, vegetables, and fruits. I'm 5'10 and 160lbs. That's quite the difference from a year ago at 5'10 and 250lbs. I think what I'm doing has worked considering I'm finally getting abs. I messed up, big *kitten* deal. My question was how to recover, not can you judge me and randomly rant on my post. If you don't have any advice don't bother even talking. Good grief.
Thank you, though. And not adressing you personally, more lorpb, bc she came off as a cranky woman with a stick up her
That's the thing though... if you end up binging too much because you're feeling deprived, that's just not going to work long term. Losing weight is easy enough, maintaining the loss is another matter... you have to find something that is sustainable FOR YOU. If you ended up binging on 12000 calories in a week end, it probably means that your 'lean meats, veggies and fruit' diet is not sustainable long term.
I'm not judging, by the way, but speaking from experience after doing exactly the same thing and eating probably 1000 calories of chocolate when my sister brought me a box after I avoided chocolate for 6 months. So yeah... not exactly sustainable if that's what happens every time someone gives me a box of chocolate. Or my last birthday when I ended up eating everything I had been craving for months in one day... I've since changed the way I eat and if I crave something, I make room for it - that's how on my last 'I don't care how much I'm eating' day I ended up barely over because there just wasn't anything I was still craving that much and I was satisfied with my normal maintenance calories. Another example - Christmas last year... 4500 calories for 2 days. This year I was happy and content with 3000 (still decided to enjoy myself, obviously).
I mean, the key is sustainability. You got to find a way of eating that you're comfortable with without ending up feeling that you 'messed up' every time you have a treat and without ending up eating 12000 calories of stuff because you love them. Life is too short to deprive yourself. You can still get abs while having a slice of pizza or cake once in a while.
ETA: I do have very bad days but that's PMS-related.
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Warning: feeling cranky. So many people here like to say they can cheat, eat what they want, have fun, not give up anything. Then when they see the results, such as this, there is panic and stress. Yes, everyone can make whatever choices they want and newbies need to learn. But I get tired of reading the fallout. That's why I prefer to eat in moderation at all times, pass up certain foods, and adopt habits that will serve me well long term. Bingeing and massive overeating do not merge those criertia. If they meet yours, fine. Rant off.
I don't understand this. I eat what I want and didn't give up anything (except drink calories). But that doesn't mean I stuff my face with all of it in a week end either. I do it in moderation and not all at the same time... So I don't see what 'fallout' you're talking about because it's definitely possible to eat what you want in moderation without gaining 9 pounds (or even 1).
The "fallout" I was referring to is all the folks who get on here and complain about weight gain when they go off their plan. The problem I see with posters saying you can eat what you want, although I understand perfectly what is meant, is I think newbies can easily misinterpret it.janejellyroll wrote: »Warning: feeling cranky. So many people here like to say they can cheat, eat what they want, have fun, not give up anything. Then when they see the results, such as this, there is panic and stress. Yes, everyone can make whatever choices they want and newbies need to learn. But I get tired of reading the fallout. That's why I prefer to eat in moderation at all times, pass up certain foods, and adopt habits that will serve me well long term. Bingeing and massive overeating do not merge those criertia. If they meet yours, fine. Rant off.
You realize when people say they "eat what they want" and don't "give up anything," they aren't recommending two days of eating unlimited quantities of whatever they want, right? You can include the foods you like in your diet without eating them in unlimited quantities.
OP was following your plan: trying to totally eliminating certain foods (notice she hadn't had them for months). Maybe that is what caused the issue. Not saying that it can't work for certain people. But maybe if she'd allowed herself a slice of cake sometimes, she wouldn't have to worry about binges.
I did not say anyone should deny themselves a piece of cake, or that I denied myself cake.
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