JUST FOR TODAY ....... One day at a time ..... Daily Commitment Thread for 2018
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Waaiiittt a minute. sweet bell peppers have 10 carbs per cup? Are those ones I have to count, or not?0
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clicketykeys wrote: »Scale goals
*SIGH* I'm tired of being hungry all the doggone time. And I'm very clearly NOT eating at a deficit. I mean, I get day-to-day fluctuations. But I'm NOT trending downward. It's intensely frustrating, because as far as I can tell, I'm getting plenty of protein, fiber, and fat, and I'm just HUNGRY. I'm tired of it. I'm not starving all the time, but if I eat until I'm content - not FULL, just like... not hungry again half an hour later - I don't lose.
Maybe review your Diet Profile on MFP (under Settings) and tweak some of your goals.
Probably way more than you want to know, but here goes...For example, my goals are not aggressive, since I want to lose weight in a livable way and I always eat back exercise calories. Otherwise I'd be starving every day. Since I have a desk job, I set my profile for Sedentary, with my estimated # of workouts per week and the est. minutes. I deliberately set exercise low, and for losing 1# per week. I'm fine with losing 0.5# per week too, it's not set in stone. That's why I allow myself to have red net calories, just not too many. The trend is the important thing for me.
I do not sync up my Fitbit or MapMyWalk, since I've read about varying results regarding how many calories are burned. Instead, I log all my "exercise" manually into MFP...the database is amazing if you review the entire thing. "Cooking" can be logged and, yes, I have logged that at times. If I'm more active than usual (not exercise, just active) I usually don't enter that into MFP.
BTW, I weigh myself daily and post to http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10633269/just-give-me-10-days-round-29#latest. Hope something in all this is useful.3 -
@joan6630 and @OConnell5483
I know you both asked me how my Bullet Journal was going (lol I nearly shortened that to BJ, but think that’s inappropriate )
But it’s going okay, honestly I’ve been busy so not used it as much as I had liked! And some pages don’t really apply to me. But I’ve been filling it in with pencil and that makes it easy to edit. Realised by the end of the year I can rub it out and start again haha!
I think I need to buy a blank bullet journal and copy my favourite pages into it like the daily planner page as there’s only like 1 page of t but I’d use that daily so would need more lol!
I read mine this morning, thinking I better start using it!!! BUt ..... it is SO pretty, I hate to mark it up LOL. And, like you said, many of the pages I know I may not even use. I think I might do like @OConnell5483 does ... and use a pretty book with blank pages ... which I have here. But the Bullet Journal does give me lots of ideas of what to journal. (And ... maybe I'll just color it:)
Hope your little ones are feeling better? And yes, I think when you are pregnant, wattling definitely has to burn tons of calories LOL!
Yeah I know what you mean lol! It’s very unlike me to write in a printed book. Feels like I’m ruining the book!!
I think it’s beSt to get the blank one because the book is almost like a guide, to find out what you use, what you don’t use, what works well for you and doesn’t and then you can adapt that and create your own which will actually be beneficial!
Massive improvement on Marley, she got off the sofa and played a little bit today at least!
She’s definitely been more cheery and in less pain!
She came and sat on my foot to have a pony ride so I guess that means her lady bits aren’t as sore!
Most the blisters have popped now so she’s in the scabbing/healing process now.
She’s picked one on her eyebrow so hoping it doesn’t scar. Funnily enough I have a CP scar on my eyebrow lol!
Omg on 1% battery lol need to post now before I lose it!!!4 -
Thank you all so much for the support!! I wish my weekend was restful but instead I spent all weekend being nurse to my kiddos. Both the younger ones caught something from school. Luckily, I was able to care for them and get their fevers to break within 24 hrs. However, that meant the "every 3 hr medicine routine." (All you Moms know what I mean.) Needless to say, now today I'm not feeling well.
Regardless of all of this, I did accomplish some important items:
✔Research Abstract is complete
✔All laundry is clean
✔Complete building design project w/ hubby
[This took most of my time! He does all the calculating and planning, then I become his computer assistant bc I'm better with computers.]
✔Kiddos are fever and sickness free
✔House has been cleaned
✔Budget done
So today, I'm resting. I'll get back to everything again tomorrow.
Everyone hang in there and keep up the good work!4 -
JFT MONDAY RECORD
1. Stick to calorie goal
2. Do yoga class
3. Do fitness class
Not quite ready to return to exercise post flu but kept to calorie goal. And tomorrow is another day...
JFT TUESDAY GOALS
1. Stick to calorie goal
2. Do yoga class
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Day 12: got the weekend goals out of the way.
JFT:
Prelog as much food as possible. I think that helps me set boundaries, we'll see.
Log completely
Drink 6.5 cups of water---don't want to get too ambitious here, lol! Actually, I've hit the 7+ mark several times.
Write in my prayer/gratitude book
Complete my 5 values assessment
Re-read my vision as a healthy self
Ride the stationary bike 5 miles--have gone from thirty minutes to 20 in 20 days.
Stop eating after 8pm...this is hard now that the hubs is home, as he gets a snacky around 830 sometimes...:(
Success: I got on MFP Jan. 2 at 177lbs.
Today I am at 168. It's been around 2 years since I last saw that number. I am feeling hopeful.
What I've Learned: Many years ago a good friend told me that as we go through life we should be holding on to other people's coattails who are a bit ahead of us in our life's journey and that we should be living out a life that allows others to grab on to our coattails.
I am so grateful that I came across this board---I am holding on to a lot of y'all's coattails!
Peace and joy.
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✔Budget done
So today, I'm resting. I'll get back to everything again tomorrow.
Everyone hang in there and keep up the good work!
Your time was certainly well spent! And today you have nothing hanging over your head so your mind can rest as well as your body.
Thanks for keeping us updated---so glad your kids are well now.
Peace and joy as you rest and recharge.4 -
karadupree0906 wrote: »This is a great idea! Haven't read all of the posts but I love this one day at a time thought process. So for me today, I would like to accomplish the following:
Drink a min. of 64 ounces of water
Track everything that I eat
Exercise for an hour
Welcome to JFT! I have been on for around three weeks. It has helped me stay on track and to be overall encouraged everyday!3 -
clicketykeys wrote: »Scale goals
Dec 1 weigh-in: 176.6
End of 2017: 174.6
Jan 31 goal - PREVIOUS: 169. That's a 1.5 lb/week drop from a start of 175, which makes the math a little easier!
Jan 31 goal - REVISED: 172. *sigh*
Goal for 1/22: 175. Today: 178. *SIGH* I'm tired of being hungry all the doggone time. And I'm very clearly NOT eating at a deficit. I mean, I get day-to-day fluctuations. But I'm NOT trending downward. It's intensely frustrating, because as far as I can tell, I'm getting plenty of protein, fiber, and fat, and I'm just HUNGRY. I'm tired of it. I'm not starving all the time, but if I eat until I'm content - not FULL, just like... not hungry again half an hour later - I don't lose.
Right now I hate everything and I'm counting it a win that I made it to work and I'm doing my job rather than staying home and getting completely kitten-faced.
UGH! I share your frustration! Are you logging everything you eat? And are you actively working towards getting your 8 cups of water/day in? (I didn't see them on your JFT) I have found both to be very important. BUT, what unstuck me was the water...once I became determined to drink at least 6 glasses a day my weight has continued to slowly work downward. I feel more full and I'm sure it is flushing out sodium, etc. Anyway, just thought I'd share an idea for you to consider.
The important thing is that you are not giving up! Keep logging on here so that you are not alone during this argh! time.
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princessleia07 wrote: »Hi!! Just beginning my journey! Have a long way to go, but it’s day by day!!! Doing well so far!! Please add me so I can receive/give support!
Welcome! This is an excellent source for support.4 -
I wanted to share this as I'm hoping it will add to my motivation...
My WHY
My son took my photo while eating pancakes & bacon on Christmas morning with family. It's the worst photo I've seen of myself! Time to take control of this situation was what went through my head when I saw it. I may print a copy to keep on my fridge for motivation. Also, assorted aches, pains and low energy due to the extra weight. Need to shed about 50lbs. I'm also aware of how people who've known me for years will treat me differently now. It's rather sad. But I intend to make healthy changes.
There is a reason I am the one behind the camera. When I have my picture taken---esp. a candid one---I look like Jabba the Hut in women's wear. Good for you to turn an ugh moment into inspiration and motivation. And you can do this! Keep logging, drinking water, purposely avoiding the traps that are all around us! Focus on the process. You are always so faithful to get on here. That right there says a lot.
Peace, joy, and hugs.3 -
cschmitz110515 wrote: »Almost forgot to post this...
11/15= 195
01/20 = 156.5
Reminder: Weight loss is not linear. At least not for me.
I am holding on to your coattail, Cschmitz! We are in the same season of life and I am also wanting to lose (win) slow and steady so I can keep it off and live the rest of my life as healthy as I can. YOU are proof positive that it can be done. Please do not jump off this board when you make your goal! So many of us need you and your inspiration--and your coattail! Thanks so much for sharing.
Peace and joy.4 -
paperwork is done. I'm applying to teach kid's crafts and stuff at Joanns.
My husband will be getting paid for at least the next three weeks. Yay!
still convincing myself to get to the pool.
figured out that i just don't count the carbs in the end of my day totals for veggies and nuts.3 -
Not a bad Monday in the end. Got lots done and ticked off my list but got v frustrated with some work stuff today and not sure I gave my kids my best when I got home. They are finally both fit and well though so I’m happy. Sending hugs to those who are ill or have poorly kids to contend with.
Recap JFT Monday:
- exercise before kids wake up ✅
- 2ltr + water ✅
- Stay within calorie goal ✅
- Call locksmith for new lock ✅
- Go to work early and write the two documents: got there early but other things popped up
- Hot yoga after work (only if I’ve managed the above. If not, stay and DO THE DOCS!) ✅ (tick for the documents, not the yoga sadly)
Goals for tomorrow 23/1:
- exercise before kids get up
- 2 ltr + water
- Stay within calorie goal
- Kids bday party jobs x2
- Hot yoga after work
- But lightbulbs! (A ridiculous ‘goal’ but I keep forgetting)
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Thank you all so much for the support!! I wish my weekend was restful but instead I spent all weekend being nurse to my kiddos. Both the younger ones caught something from school. Luckily, I was able to care for them and get their fevers to break within 24 hrs. However, that meant the "every 3 hr medicine routine." (All you Moms know what I mean.) Needless to say, now today I'm not feeling well.
Regardless of all of this, I did accomplish some important items:
✔Research Abstract is complete
✔All laundry is clean
✔Complete building design project w/ hubby
[This took most of my time! He does all the calculating and planning, then I become his computer assistant bc I'm better with computers.]
✔Kiddos are fever and sickness free
✔House has been cleaned
✔Budget done
So today, I'm resting. I'll get back to everything again tomorrow.
Everyone hang in there and keep up the good work!
Do make sure you rest!
I know I feel wiped out looking after kids with chicken pox! And I can’t even catch that! Hopefully you avoid getting whatever they had!
And yes I do know the 3hr rule hahaha
It’s exhausting doing anything when pregnant.
I get out of breath climbing the stairs haha2 -
cschmitz110515 wrote: »Almost forgot to post this...
11/15= 195
01/20 = 156.5
Reminder: Weight loss is not linear. At least not for me.
Holy €rap that’s amazing!
So you’ve lost 40lb?! Is that in 2 months?! Or just over a year?
You US-ers do the date backwards, and yes it is you who does it backwards not us UKers haha
Throws me every time takes me ages to figure it out!
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Today and just for today I want to log each bite I eat. That is my goal today! Thank you for your support. Nancy4
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cschmitz110515 wrote: »Almost forgot to post this...
11/15= 195
01/20 = 156.5
Reminder: Weight loss is not linear. At least not for me.
Holy €rap that’s amazing!
So you’ve lost 40lb?! Is that in 2 months?! Or just over a year?
You US-ers do the date backwards, and yes it is you who does it backwards not us UKers haha
Throws me every time takes me ages to figure it out!
Um, no, hahaha...this is my true timeline:
Nov 5, 2015 = 195.0 joined MFP with no real plan except It's. Not. A. Diet.
Jan 10, 2017 = 185.5 clearly not a regular on MFP / joined JFT, best group ever!
May 31, 2017 = 180.5 two end of month celebrations / committed to posting weekly weigh-in
Jan 20, 2018 = 156.5 hadn't realized I was close to MFP 40# loss
I get what you're saying about the dates, sometimes I have to read posts more than once to get it!
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cschmitz110515 wrote: »Almost forgot to post this...
11/15= 195
01/20 = 156.5
Reminder: Weight loss is not linear. At least not for me.
You US-ers do the date backwards, and yes it is you who does it backwards not us UKers haha
Throws me every time takes me ages to figure it out!
When we lived in Belgium it took me awhile to get the hang of the dates...and the way the number 1 is written...and how street addresses are written. Do y'all also list the street name first and then the house number like in Belgium?
It does make more sense... I can't be concerned about the house number until I know the street. So listing street first, to me, makes more sense. But the date still threw me for a loop...like it does you!2 -
clicketykeys wrote: »*SIGH* I'm tired of being hungry all the doggone time. And I'm very clearly NOT eating at a deficit. I mean, I get day-to-day fluctuations. But I'm NOT trending downward. It's intensely frustrating, because as far as I can tell, I'm getting plenty of protein, fiber, and fat, and I'm just HUNGRY. I'm tired of it. I'm not starving all the time, but if I eat until I'm content - not FULL, just like... not hungry again half an hour later - I don't lose.
Right now I hate everything and I'm counting it a win that I made it to work and I'm doing my job rather than staying home and getting completely kitten-faced.
I have been the same way!! I count calories, and even eating sometimes 1400 calories a day, I am always hungry - not losing, and that would lead to binging. I am tall, and people tell me I should lose weight on 1400 cal, but I wasn't.
I was at the gym the other day, and got light-headed while exercising again. There is a gal there that weighs like 100 pounds, and it is such good shape (and she is a RN, specializing in nutrition), so she and I were talking. She told me that we should be eating 1 gm of protein for every pound of body weight! For me, that would be almost 190 gms of protein! She also told me you have to eat to lose, that if you don't, your body goes into starvation mode. Told me not to worry about calories ... just eat protein, veggies, and fruits.
I also was going to the gym before I ate anything, and she told me that when I do that, my body burns muscle, not fat. Which is NOT what I want to do!! So since last thrusday, I've been really concentrating on eating more protein --- protein with every meal, and with every snack. So when we have popcorn at nite, I eat a yogurt, or egg to go with it. While its only been 3 days of me doing this, I find I am doing much better with not being so hungry. And if I am hungry, I just go eat a yogurt or a hard boiled egg or cheese stick (and the scale seems to be moving, ever so slowly, but at least moving downward).
But ... we'll see how it goes for me, and hope I can continue not binging. But it may be that even though, like me, you think you are getting enough protein, you really are not. (I am now up to around 80 gms of protein - before I was lucky if I got to 50.
I've got my diary set to 1500 right now, up from 1250, and that STILL may not be sustainable.
I think your friend at the gym is overstating things a bit. From what I've read on here, the recommendation is .6-.85 grams of protein per pound of lean body mass, or goal weight. And that's on threads about lifting weights and building muscle.
While I'm not ketoing by any means, protein is my first macro target, and I generally hit it. What I've got prelogged for today has me at 151g protein / 173g carbs (46g fiber) / 41g fat.cschmitz110515 wrote: »clicketykeys wrote: »Scale goals
*SIGH* I'm tired of being hungry all the doggone time. And I'm very clearly NOT eating at a deficit. I mean, I get day-to-day fluctuations. But I'm NOT trending downward. It's intensely frustrating, because as far as I can tell, I'm getting plenty of protein, fiber, and fat, and I'm just HUNGRY. I'm tired of it. I'm not starving all the time, but if I eat until I'm content - not FULL, just like... not hungry again half an hour later - I don't lose.
Maybe review your Diet Profile on MFP (under Settings) and tweak some of your goals.
Probably way more than you want to know, but here goes...For example, my goals are not aggressive, since I want to lose weight in a livable way and I always eat back exercise calories. Otherwise I'd be starving every day. Since I have a desk job, I set my profile for Sedentary, with my estimated # of workouts per week and the est. minutes. I deliberately set exercise low, and for losing 1# per week. I'm fine with losing 0.5# per week too, it's not set in stone. That's why I allow myself to have red net calories, just not too many. The trend is the important thing for me.
I do not sync up my Fitbit or MapMyWalk, since I've read about varying results regarding how many calories are burned. Instead, I log all my "exercise" manually into MFP...the database is amazing if you review the entire thing. "Cooking" can be logged and, yes, I have logged that at times. If I'm more active than usual (not exercise, just active) I usually don't enter that into MFP.
BTW, I weigh myself daily and post to http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10633269/just-give-me-10-days-round-29#latest. Hope something in all this is useful.
Thanks! I may have to reset goals again. What gets me is that I don't FEEL like I'm doing anything significantly different than I did in December, and the pounds from Thanksgiving just melted off. Ditto Christmas! But then my New Years' indulgences have decided to stick around for some reason.
I need to look into how I track exercise, because I'm crap at that. Or what my general activity level is. I'm not even sure THAT'S right.clicketykeys wrote: »Scale goals
Dec 1 weigh-in: 176.6
End of 2017: 174.6
Jan 31 goal - PREVIOUS: 169. That's a 1.5 lb/week drop from a start of 175, which makes the math a little easier!
Jan 31 goal - REVISED: 172. *sigh*
Goal for 1/22: 175. Today: 178. *SIGH* I'm tired of being hungry all the doggone time. And I'm very clearly NOT eating at a deficit. I mean, I get day-to-day fluctuations. But I'm NOT trending downward. It's intensely frustrating, because as far as I can tell, I'm getting plenty of protein, fiber, and fat, and I'm just HUNGRY. I'm tired of it. I'm not starving all the time, but if I eat until I'm content - not FULL, just like... not hungry again half an hour later - I don't lose.
Right now I hate everything and I'm counting it a win that I made it to work and I'm doing my job rather than staying home and getting completely kitten-faced.
UGH! I share your frustration! Are you logging everything you eat? And are you actively working towards getting your 8 cups of water/day in? (I didn't see them on your JFT) I have found both to be very important. BUT, what unstuck me was the water...once I became determined to drink at least 6 glasses a day my weight has continued to slowly work downward. I feel more full and I'm sure it is flushing out sodium, etc. Anyway, just thought I'd share an idea for you to consider.
The important thing is that you are not giving up! Keep logging on here so that you are not alone during this argh! time.
Well, what happens is I prelog... and I burn through all of that... and then I'm STILL. FREAKING. HUNGRY. I know I get enough water, which is why I don't bother to JFT it - I have a 33oz water bottle that I go through at LEAST two of each day. Morning tea in the not-a-Yeti-cup, then late morning water bottle, then a soda with lunch, then afternoon water bottle, then an evening pot of tea.
I don't want this to sound like "I'm doing everything right and not losing!" The thing is, I *am* down a little bit from my post New-Year highest. It just hasn't swung down as rapidly as it did after Christmas and Thanksgiving, which is frustrating. And I feel like I'm NOT doing everything right - I'm just not sure what should be changed.
I don't have time to be any more accurate than I already am. Actually I have to post this without really finishing out my thoughts cuz I've got PLAY PRACTICE tonight and CRAP I didn't even run lines this afternoon like I'd planned to. POOP. POOP. POOP.
Gotta run, y'all. Thanks for the encouragement. Hugs!5
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