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  • shauna30
    shauna30 Posts: 741 Member
    Bons92 wrote: »
    shauna30 wrote: »
    Who knew I was so addicted to Sugar!!!??? This is a good challenge for me.

    Good for you Shauna. That is my big problem I try for one day or two and after I give up :neutral: I have no control

    :smile: my problem was day one! I accidentally ate some candy while visiting my grandma and since I had messed up, I kept going and before the day was over, ended up eating ice cream out of the carton!
  • AdSTL
    AdSTL Posts: 8 Member
    AdSTL wrote: »
    I hope everyone's doing well today... I have a taco date with my boy tonight; I'm trying to figure out how to minimize the damage, lol. Any advice would be welcome!

    @AdSTL I have NO CONTROL when it comes to tacos lol, so all I have to say is pig out like I just did

    Lol, well I tried to have control, but I wasn't successful! I was STARVING by the time we got there, so I definitely over-ate. It was soooo good though!

    @celtikgirl - the problem I run into is that I limit my calories as best I can prior to going out to eat, and then completely push through my "stopping point." Thankfully I stayed away from the margaritas, but the damage was pretty bad. I'm going to try to get a great workout in tonight to make up for it.
  • Jewls2317
    Jewls2317 Posts: 14 Member
    Had a stressful night at work last night, so I caved and had something sugary. It's hard not to when cake and cookies are sitting in the break room and you see them every time you walk in. ;) Oh well, I'll try to do better at work tonight.
  • AshleyMFitness16
    AshleyMFitness16 Posts: 545 Member
    Bons92 wrote: »
    shauna30 wrote: »
    Who knew I was so addicted to Sugar!!!??? This is a good challenge for me.

    Good for you Shauna. That is my big problem I try for one day or two and after I give up :neutral: I have no control

    @shauna30 @bons92 Guys, I'm seriously riding the struggle bus with the sugar elimination too! :neutral:
    Good morning. Looks like I've caught my 3rd cold this year. I didn't sleep well last night, so I'm debating on whether to exercise or take a rest day. I am determined to get to 288 minutes this week so maybe I will take a walk after work. Hope everyone does well with their weigh-ins!

    @jforshizzle Take it easy and get yourself better girl! However, a walk might give you just the amount of fresh air to get you feeling a bit better :smiley:
    AdSTL wrote: »
    AdSTL wrote: »
    I hope everyone's doing well today... I have a taco date with my boy tonight; I'm trying to figure out how to minimize the damage, lol. Any advice would be welcome!

    @AdSTL I have NO CONTROL when it comes to tacos lol, so all I have to say is pig out like I just did

    Lol, well I tried to have control, but I wasn't successful! I was STARVING by the time we got there, so I definitely over-ate. It was soooo good though!

    @celtikgirl - the problem I run into is that I limit my calories as best I can prior to going out to eat, and then completely push through my "stopping point." Thankfully I stayed away from the margaritas, but the damage was pretty bad. I'm going to try to get a great workout in tonight to make up for it.

    @AdSTL Yeah just get a kickass workout in, you'll feel better after that :wink:
    Jewls2317 wrote: »
    Had a stressful night at work last night, so I caved and had something sugary. It's hard not to when cake and cookies are sitting in the break room and you see them every time you walk in. ;) Oh well, I'll try to do better at work tonight.

    @Jewls2317 You can do it!
  • AshleyMFitness16
    AshleyMFitness16 Posts: 545 Member
    Do any of you take progress photos? I do, and I love it. I took ones yesterday because I didn't have a chance on Monday and I'm excited to see how big of a change I can see in the weeks of this challenge! :smiley:
  • change04
    change04 Posts: 314 Member
    edited March 2016
    shauna30 wrote: »
    Who knew I was so addicted to Sugar!!!??? This is a good challenge for me.

    Seriously a good challenge!! one of my children offered me some cake today and yes I did eat it so today this challenge is out the window :s
  • change04
    change04 Posts: 314 Member
    What are stumbling blocks and defeat before you, can be stepping stones to victory if you remain determined. 

    I think a good quote for our current challenge!! Hope everyone has a good evening X
  • change04
    change04 Posts: 314 Member
    Do any of you take progress photos? I do, and I love it. I took ones yesterday because I didn't have a chance on Monday and I'm excited to see how big of a change I can see in the weeks of this challenge! :smiley:

    At present I don't but I think it would be a great idea to start to see my progress in action :)
  • sharondatbrown
    sharondatbrown Posts: 10 Member
    A little slow joining the gang, but playing catch up will be fun. Hope everyone is doing well so far.
  • TaraDanielle40
    TaraDanielle40 Posts: 352 Member
    edited March 2016
    shauna30 wrote: »
    Who knew I was so addicted to Sugar!!!??? This is a good challenge for me.

    I am not doing well with the sugar challenge. I'm not a sweet type person, except for my coffee (3tsp- yikes lol) and I honestly don't want to give that up. I love it! I do try to manage my sugar intake throughout the day though. Salt and chips are my issue.
  • shauna30
    shauna30 Posts: 741 Member
    So happy to hear I'm not alone with my Sugar Struggle :wink: Last time I went without sugar for longer than a couple of days I had a dream about eating sugar by the spoonful. No dreams yet but it's helping my calorie intake. It's easy to keep your calorie goal when you can't snack on anything sweet!
  • celtikgirl
    celtikgirl Posts: 237 Member
    I read the directions for the no sugar/no flour thing and just said no. I'm counting calories, I'm eating the @#$% vegetables, I have only had pasta twice in three months, I've had maybe four sodas in that same time frame, I'm not giving up my slightly sweetened tea or coffee, or the occasional chocolate for anybody!

    When I started this adventure (again) I decided that I would aim for better choices, but I knew if I told myself I could NEVER have the things I enjoy, I would fail. If it means my progress will be slightly slower, I can live with that.

  • dawnsch1995
    dawnsch1995 Posts: 97 Member
    Had chicken solvaki for supper tonight and Greek yogurt as my snack!! Loving the Greek food
  • AdSTL
    AdSTL Posts: 8 Member
    Good morning! I managed to get to spin class last night, and whoa did it kick my butt! I used to spin all the time, but I haven't in a few years because I got bored with it. I decided to give it another go, though, since it was my primary exercise when I lost the bulk of my weight originally, and now I remember why, lol.

    I'm also a failure at the sugar challenge... If I'm craving something and try to deny myself, I end up eating 500 calories in other "healthier" stuff instead. If a few chocolate chips or a mini-snickers bar will make me feel better, I might as well indulge! But... It means I'm no help in terms of points from that part of the challenge, unfortunately. :-/
  • change04
    change04 Posts: 314 Member
    Had chicken solvaki for supper tonight and Greek yogurt as my snack!! Loving the Greek food

    Been having Greek yogurts everyday this week!! Yummy :)
  • AshleyMFitness16
    AshleyMFitness16 Posts: 545 Member
    Not usually a Greek yogurt fan, however my Jamba Juice smoothie has Greek yogurt in it today, so there's my Greek!
  • jk286607
    jk286607 Posts: 16 Member
    AdSTL wrote: »
    I'm also a failure at the sugar challenge... If I'm craving something and try to deny myself, I end up eating 500 calories in other "healthier" stuff instead. If a few chocolate chips or a mini-snickers bar will make me feel better, I might as well indulge! But... It means I'm no help in terms of points from that part of the challenge, unfortunately. :-/

    I agree! I looked at the sugar challenge and it's just not for me. If I try to deny myself, I'll end up craving it and then breaking down and going overboard! I'm trying to just limit it myself as far as sweets/desserts. I went to my nephew's birthday party and had a piece of cake but it was a small piece (only about 3 bites) which for me felt like a success!
  • TaraDanielle40
    TaraDanielle40 Posts: 352 Member
    edited March 2016
    I love the Greek foods. I didn't do anything today. Work was exhausting and by the time I got home, cooked dinner, put kids to bed, I was done.
  • dawnsch1995
    dawnsch1995 Posts: 97 Member
    A good day today! Day #10 of squat challenge done
  • celtikgirl
    celtikgirl Posts: 237 Member
    Really need to fix the late evening trips to the gym. Makes dinner way too late. I was on my way out the door when I got a phone call, then DH came home from a bad day and needed me to listen to him unload, didn't get to the gym until after 9.

    Managed to stay under my calories, but could have made some better choices today. There's always tomorrow!
  • sharondatbrown
    sharondatbrown Posts: 10 Member
    Today was a long day for me. These 12 hour shifts are no joke on the body, but I had a great nutrition day. Looking forward to my day off tomorrow. Got a lot of exercise minutes to get in by the end of the week.
  • AshleyMFitness16
    AshleyMFitness16 Posts: 545 Member
    Lost a little over the pound this week! :D
    Happy Friday everyone! Don't forget to get your exercise minutes logged in by Sunday!
    Weight weigh in isn't until Tuesday ;)
  • aston2045
    aston2045 Posts: 32 Member
    Good morning! I kinda dropped the ball the last 2 days with the in-laws visiting. Good thing it's the weekend and I'll have plenty of time to catch up on my minutes. I hope everyone has a great weekend!
  • change04
    change04 Posts: 314 Member
    edited March 2016
    It's been a long hard day!! On a plus side HAPPY FRIDAY TEAM!! :D
    You all are doing GREAT
    Remember to get those exercise minutes in.... Hope you all have a fantastic weekend X
  • Utah89
    Utah89 Posts: 15 Member
    Just got back from a great run with my pup. I am so thankful for this unseasonably warm weather!

    I have just an hour more of exercise to meet my weekly goal and I had all my Greek food this week! I still need to do the dance
  • dawnsch1995
    dawnsch1995 Posts: 97 Member
    Really tired today! Got my 10000 steps in but that's all for today
  • jk286607
    jk286607 Posts: 16 Member
    Dropped the ball a little on calories today due to dinner out with friends and my inability to resist crème brûlée. But I took the pup for a walk when I got home (even though it was late) which is not what I would normally do after a rich/heavy meal so that's a change. It's the little things, right?
  • TaraDanielle40
    TaraDanielle40 Posts: 352 Member
    If we have extra min (say I do 50 over) do they go towards the team goal, or does everyone have to have do their share. (not saying i mind if someone doesn't do their full 280 or whatever it is - just curious)
  • Jewls2317
    Jewls2317 Posts: 14 Member
    Had a horrible headache today and almost decided to skip working out because of it. I took some excedrin and pushed through my workout ( got 47 minutes in even though I was just trying for at least 30min) and actually feel much better afterwards :)
    I know I haven't been posting much...basically because I usually work three 12.5 hour night shifts in a row and have to sleep during the day afterwards. However, I wanted you all to know that you are all inspiring and motivating me to reach for my goals. This week I felt like giving up. I started eating junk food again and began to feel that reaching my goals was impossible. But, I don't want to let you all down and I don't want to give up on myself either. Here's to winning the amazing race. We can do it!!! :)
  • kateallison412
    kateallison412 Posts: 25 Member
    Way to go, Jewls! Your message inspires me for sure. :)

    What a bummer past two days. On Wednesday I worked out with my personal trainer who pushed me too far on dead lifts and I winded up not being able to work out for the past two days!! :s Here is to an amazing weekend to catch up!!