One tweak or change that helped

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  • surprisethekids
    surprisethekids Posts: 23 Member
    For me, the big thing has been focusing on what I have achieved, rather than on how far I have to go. I will never weigh 290, 280, etc. again. That stops me from thinking it's hopeless and I may as well have whatever it is I think I need at the time.

    Foodwise, giving up soda has helped me immensely. I used to budget in a regular cola every day, but it was at the expense of food. Now that I eat those 140 calories rather than drink them, I am not as hungry and I desire sweets less in general.

    Even though I know it makes no difference in weight loss, I stop eating by 7 or 8 at night. This helps me sleep better, and a rested me is a more motivated me.
  • Cindy01Louisiana
    Cindy01Louisiana Posts: 302 Member
    qb63 wrote: »
    I saw a quote once, a long time ago, that said "A year from now you'll wish you had started today". Never thought much about it but this year, starting on January 1, I finally decided there might be something to it. My goad was 1-2 pounds/week until I reach goal. In my old yo-yo dieting mindset that would have been ridiculously slow, and I would give up after the first setback. 13 weeks in, 14 pounds down, and thrilled about it! :)

    That's great Qb63! Good for you!
  • jpoutney
    jpoutney Posts: 30 Member
    I've started logging my workouts manually in a journal. Seeing progress in my physical ability has helped me when I have those scale fluctuations. I also don't eat again after dinner, just tea if I feel the need for flavour/sweets. Plus, all the other comments above!
  • MostlyWater
    MostlyWater Posts: 4,294 Member
    Not baking for myself. I make Gluten free stuff for DH and the occasional brownie mix and at the kids' request, but that's it. No cake.
  • blues4miles
    blues4miles Posts: 1,481 Member
    Food scale. I had no idea that a lot of the things I was making for myself and thought were "healthy" were much higher calorie than I thought.
  • jax_006
    jax_006 Posts: 87 Member
    qb63 wrote: »
    I saw a quote once, a long time ago, that said "A year from now you'll wish you had started today". Never thought much about it but this year, starting on January 1, I finally decided there might be something to it. My goad was 1-2 pounds/week until I reach goal. In my old yo-yo dieting mindset that would have been ridiculously slow, and I would give up after the first setback. 13 weeks in, 14 pounds down, and thrilled about it! :)

    Ditto this! :smiley:
  • mis1022
    mis1022 Posts: 109 Member
    Limiting my white starches bread, white rice, pasta etc... They always leave me feeling hungry earlier than if I choose whole wheat or if I limit my portion and up the amount of protein.
  • Toronto6fan
    Toronto6fan Posts: 461 Member
    drinking water. I used to mistake thirst for hunger. Now I drink a glass of water and then if I still feel hungry, I'll eat.
  • aftnrid88
    aftnrid88 Posts: 21 Member
    I think all of the little things I did were really important for the changes I've made. When I first started my boyfriend and I wrote down goals, and they weren't just "lose __lbs," they were also: Conscientious snacking, deny cravings; portion food intentionally and portion before you eat; be mindful of hunger and fullness feelings; be patient; and if we slip (for any reason), forgive ourselves! Bridge the gap as soon as possible!

    I log my food honestly, I reflect on my progress frequently. I make a list before grocery shopping and I don't buy "junk food."
  • sssgilbe
    sssgilbe Posts: 89 Member
    jax_006 wrote: »
    qb63 wrote: »
    I saw a quote once, a long time ago, that said "A year from now you'll wish you had started today". Never thought much about it but this year, starting on January 1, I finally decided there might be something to it. My goad was 1-2 pounds/week until I reach goal. In my old yo-yo dieting mindset that would have been ridiculously slow, and I would give up after the first setback. 13 weeks in, 14 pounds down, and thrilled about it! :)

    Ditto this! :smiley:

    Another one I like is "What would you do if you knew you couldn't fail." I know tracking and exercise work for me, so I stopped trying to argue myself out of doing it.
  • Cheryl_in_AL
    Cheryl_in_AL Posts: 7 Member
    I have realized that I am fine with a small breakfast and lunch. Which leaves me with a plenty of calories to play with in the evening. I generally have 1000 calories or so available for dinner and any snacks or "drinks" I want. If I don't use them all the better.

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