Just for Today ..... Daily Commitment Thread- Start of a new year!
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Yesterday R 3/30/17
1) Food for today is pre-logged / stick with plan - No, changed dinner slightly b/c of ingredients on hand, and had popcorn snack in evening, not pre-logged. Calories almost 300 in the red, not helped by skipping the treadmill.
2) Work on updates of financials at lunchtime - Yes, made progress!
3) Walk 1.75 miles on treadmill after choir rehearsal (with rain/snow mix, skipping workplace spring hike at lunch) - No...had popcorn watching TV and Kitty again curled up on my lap for a nap. I didn't move after that.
4) Floss - keep it going! Yes Day 5
5) Bedtime by 10:30 w/o TV - Yes 10:14
Just for today F 3/31/17
1) Food is (mostly) pre-logged...homemade spaghetti tonight (carb-loading for 10K tomorrow morning) but measure portions!
2) Pick up race packets for self and brother, get clothes ready for Sat. a.m.
3) If weather improves by evening (per weatherman), maybe a short walk around neighborhood with dog
4) Floss...doing so good
5) Bedtime by 10:30 w/o TV...need to be ready when brother and SIL arrive 8 a.m.1 -
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mary_clinton6 wrote: »...then had mcdonalds which tasted gross but sounded good when tipsy... and now I'm 1,000 over my calorie limit.
Le sigh.
I've done this! Omg lol
I had it when sober though!!
And then I thought oh it won't be THAT bad.
I ate my whole daily allowance in one McDonald's meal.
Gutted.
There's nothing wrong with having a treat one day, just make sure you absolutely beast it the next day and you'll feel good again3 -
mary_clinton6 wrote: »...then had mcdonalds which tasted gross but sounded good when tipsy... and now I'm 1,000 over my calorie limit.
Le sigh.
I've done this! Omg lol
I had it when sober though!!
And then I thought oh it won't be THAT bad.
I ate my whole daily allowance in one McDonald's meal.
Gutted.
There's nothing wrong with having a treat one day, just make sure you absolutely beast it the next day and you'll feel good again
@Bex953172 lol , ive done it plenty times sober too. today will be good!!!0 -
Goals for Fri
- Get in the green today - yep but only because I skipped lunch! Oops!
- Do a workout - nooo too tired
- Drink 3 glasses of water - yes I think I have
Going to post tomorrow's goals in the morning, far too tired
March Goals
Current Weight: 12st 6lb
Target Weight: 10st 7lb
Lbs to lose this month: 4
Motto for March
Strive for progress, not perfection.
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@wendyron3;39214281"]JFT goals for Friday- exersize, stay on plan and drink more water. Any suggestions on how to get water in would be helpful. For some reason it's pretty hard for me.
As another person mentioned on this thread, drinking water that has been infused with lemons, oranges, or other combos enhance the flavor, and you want to drink more. I've made an infusion with oranges slices, a sprig of basil and a handful of halved grapes. It's really good; infusion with oranges in it last two days, sometimes three. There are all kinds of combinations to try. Good luck.
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JFT goals for Friday- exersize, stay on plan and drink more water. Any suggestions on how to get water in would be helpful. For some reason it's pretty hard for me.
I third the suggestions of adding things to your water. My go-to is cucumber. I also use Kool-Aid Tropical Punch water flavor drops. They're expensive but oh. so. good!3 -
JFT - Friday
- Stay within daily calorie goal - As long as I stop eating and drinking right now! Kitchen is closed!
- drink more water during the day (this week I've fallen off the water wagon) - Ugh. Sadly, no. Didn't crack open my Swell until almost 2!
- eat my veggies for lunch (stealing from others on this thread) - Double ugh. They were brought home again...
Tomorrow's a new day!2 -
I'm going to plan my meals tomorrow. Get to the grocery store early so I don't lose the motivation. I'll find a new recipe to try.
The kids have been gone all week and I've missed them so I'm going to spend some time loving them(yes I know they will ruin it by getting in a fight) but I might get a min or two where everyone is happy3 -
Updates for F 3/31/17
1) Food is (mostly) pre-logged...homemade spaghetti tonight (carb-loading for 10K tomorrow morning) but measure portions! Yes, calories in the green today.
2) Pick up race packets for self and brother, get clothes ready for Sat. a.m. Yes
3) If weather improves by evening (per weatherman), maybe a short walk around neighborhood with dog - No, spent evening washing dishes, decluttering and picking up house.
4) Floss...doing so good Yes Day 6
5) Bedtime by 10:30 w/o TV...need to be ready when brother and SIL arrive 8 a.m. - Nope, but I can take a nap on Saturday
Just for Sat. 4/1/17
1) Walk in 10K event in less time than last year
2) Update March monthly goals and set goals for April
Have a great weekend, everyone!
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From fridays goals:
1. Burn at least 200 calories walking/treadmill
did 75 on treadmill and a little over 300 otherwise. My steps aren't always counted since I don't always have my phone on me, so I burned at least 50 more calories today.
2. See lil nephew mason cause he misses me and I didn't see him after work. Try and get him to eat some apple with me. ---- spent 4pm to 8:30pm with mason. Didn't take an apple with me (and I didn't eat one), but I ate and actual plate filled of veggies (half a plate then another half). Never done that.
3. No fast food Friday. Eat salad as part of a meal.---- Had no fast food! I did eat salad at the buffet tonight.
I'd say my goals were pretty much accomplished. Big news.. I only had 1 cookie and 1 serving of pudding at the buffet. How on earth I managed that with my major sweet tooth, not sure except it as hard! I then hit the gym and did my laundry tonight after teaching mason how to play monopoly junior.
I'm beat. But I'm proud.
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JFT - Friday
- drink more water during the day (this week I've fallen off the water wagon) - Ugh. Sadly, no. Didn't crack open my Swell until almost 2!
@dwntwn5 put sticky notes up around you're home, bag, and workplace / place you'll be to remind you to drink water.. or set an alarm on your phone to take a drink every hour. I know it's hard to get into the routine.3 -
@mary_clinton6 "My steps aren't always counted since I don't always have my phone on me"
I just figured out today that I can add steps to my phone. So when I don't have it with me, I'm still counting steps so I can add them later on. Works great!2 -
Losing my marbles!
When I was on a weight loss program decades ago, the group suggested visualizing a pound of butter for every pound lost as means to measure progress and as an incentive - because we really are losing a pound of fat with each pound we lose
Well, I still want a visual reminder of success, but I've opted for a fun visual. Two jars on my desk: one filled with the number of marbles equal to the number of pounds I want to lose; one empty one. After I weigh in I'll move the number of marbles equal to what I lose in a week into the empty jar so I can visually see the progress - and it will be sooooo colourful too! The real plus is when someone asks what my marble jars are for I can chuckle as I say "oh it's just me losing my marbles!"
Just the thought of it makes me laugh! Have an awesome weekend everyone!8 -
mary_clinton6 wrote: »
I'd say my goals were pretty much accomplished. Big news.. I only had 1 cookie and 1 serving of pudding at the buffet. How on earth I managed that with my major sweet tooth, not sure except it as hard! I then hit the gym and did my laundry tonight after teaching mason how to play monopoly junior.
I'm beat. But I'm proud.
You should be proud!
You managed not to indulge because you want to reach your weight loss goal more than you wanted the sweet treats!!
Wel done for completing them all!
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Goals for Sat
- Be in the green today
- Do a workout, new floorings down so gonna see if I can still workout as good
- Drink 4 glasses of water
- Go to the tip (carpet's in the car so no excuses!)
March Goals
Current Weight: 12st 6lb
Target Weight: 10st 7lb
Lbs to lose this month: 4
^^^^ - weigh in day tomorrow so will update for April then! Don't think I've lost anything tbh!
Motto for March
Strive for progress, not perfection.
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Goals for Saturday--April 1:
Get house cleaned--esp. kitchen and bedroom
Clear papers off the floor-LOL
Order MIke and Toby's anniversary gift
Laundry--2 loads
Email tax preparer about changes
Walk--30"-- outside if it doesn't rain
Dinner at 5:00 with friends--uh oh4 -
Just for today: Friday
8 glasses of water-
too much coffee I think. I've noticed I drink way less when I drink more coffee
Keep it together!!!-
Well today's plans are shot. The littlest baby Emma turns 2. What a good natured child. Love her to pieces. Planned a day out in Denver for the family, but the weather is crappy. Grandson's soccer game cancelled. Not sure what we will do...
Just for today: Saturday
Think about goals for April
Have a great day!!
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Actual:
Jan 1: 217
Feb 1: 211
March 1: 205.4
April 1: 202.6
Goals for April
Lose 4 pounds, so I would be in ONDERLAND! Goal weight on May 1st at 198.
Current weight 202.6
Lose 4 pounds
drink minimum 6 glasses of water a day
exercise at the gym minimum 3 times a week
walk minimum of 3 times a week
consistently log all food and water
consistently get on here with daily goals, and be accountable
When I get so discouraged, I have to look at where I have come since January 1st. I started out strong, but I know my motivation has slowed down. I tend to get discouraged easily. But if I look at losing just 2 or 3 pounds a month, while I wish it could be faster, by the end of the year I can be within my goal weight. Just 2 pounds a month would be 24 pounds a year! And .... I am down almost 15 pounds. 20 more pounds to go for my first goal of 180 pounds. I can do this!
So what I have accomplished the month of March was:
1. I lost almost 3 pounds
2. I am going to the gym much more than I was in February
3. I am getting so much better with my water. While not perfect, at least 3 days I hit my goal of 6-8 glasses of water a day
4. I have been getting on here everyday to be accountable, which has kept me going! So thank you all who join me!
So my goals for today, April 1st
1. go to the gym. Did this already. They cancelled the zumba class, so I worked out for 60 minutes instead
2. clean house - grandsons will be here next week!
3. do laundry
4. get toys down from the attic
5. log ALL FOOD. Yes, even the easter candy I already got into.
6. get rid of the easter candy. I am having a easter egg hunt early for the grandsons. Eggs were stuffed last nite, but I have some leftover. Either get rid of it, or buy more eggs to stuff for the grandsons. DO NOT EAT ANYMORE~
7. carry my water bottle with me to remind me to drink water
8. lay out gym clothes for tomorrow
9. try and get out for a walk later today
10. get back on here tomorrow. be accountable!!!5 -
Happy 1st day of April everyone! I love a new month ..... a fresh start ....4
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