Accountability buddy

@renaegry
oooo do you have a chef's plate coupon?? I'm already using HelloFresh but was thinking about trying chef's plate as well for more recipes. It's so fun! It's teaching me how to be confident in the kitchen too.

So I just had the most horrible weekend. Candy, pop, ice cream, booze....everything under the sun. It was my boyfriends birthday and I'm on vacation for 13 days and I just let loose. I didn't weigh in today because I'm scared. I think I'll have a good day tracking and exercising today and then I'll weigh in tomorrow. I know the scale will be up, but that's okay. I really enjoyed the break and not caring. I know it was super unhealthy and to be honest, I truly feel disgusting. It's amazing how bad food can really make you feel bad as well. I felt SO much better when I felt in control of what I was eating. I'm such a control freak that way.

Here's to a fresh start and a better week I hope everyone enjoyed their weekend.

Anyone following IF here ?

@kiay131982, @lrw327 and @drollings2019 - I appreciate all your encouragement through my tedious (self-imposed) decluttering project. I’m looking forward to the day when I describe my situation as you are experiencing it now ... similar to maintenance following a weight loss 😀. If I take the same approach to this project as I did by gradually re-building my wellness and fitness habits after some neglect, my house will feel more comfortable to me. I can’t say it’s feeling good right now but I’m sticking with it a tiny bit at a time.

I’m impressed by all the runners in the group. I love to run but it’s been a long time since I’ve made a regular routine of it. I’m not sure why... When I get into a regular schedule, it clears my mind, helps me focus on my priorities and lifts my mood. Putting in my sneakers (running shoes) has always been the hardest part of my workouts. Once I pull myself away from work, I could enjoy being active all day, especially outside! I’m going to try to do a better job scheduling “fitness” into my day. @5k_everyday_365 is an inspiring MFP name to motivate me so I’ll try to channel that vision whenever I visit the group! It sounds as though you have an active job so you probably don’t need to run in days you’re tired from the warehouse but good for you for challenging yourself. When I was a waitress, I had to put my legs up to get my circulation going after a tough day but still liked exercise for the stress relief so I can understand wanting to run after a tough work day.

Congratulations on your fantastic progress @tdsimoes67! If you find the rate slowing down as you get closer to your goal weight, try not to get discouraged. It’s a good sign but it can be tough psychologically in my experience. I’m over the hump of feeling disappointed and now I’m focused on maintaining a steady level of nutrition and fitness that feels comfortable ... and practical. I’d still like to improve my fitness but my goal is now the end of 2021 instead of sooner.

@bumpbreakcar - Your goals seem really balanced ... Nice! The weather has not worked out well for rowing on days when it fits with my work schedule so I feel as though I’m paying for a program I’m not using, too. Better late than never!! I’m going to have to wake up earlier and row before work in days the weather cooperates... and also get out there in the rain, if it’s not terrible. Windy days can be dangerous so I’ll continue to avoid those and the weather will be more consistent soon. I’m just a bit impatient because our soccer game was also canceled this week. The league didn’t remember to turn on the lights at the field. They mixed up our teams this year to ensure enough women are balanced across the teams so it was nice to meet my teammates and kick the ball around during warm up. Patience ...

@ladychr0nic - Sometimes it can be surprising to see the calories from a bad day dispersed across the week and you have the right attitude! One birthday celebration or a short vacation won’t make a big difference if most days are balanced nutrition-wise ... onward!

Thanks so much for checking in, even on such a busy day, @renaegry. It’s always great to hear from you and I’m glad you’re feeling in track!

Welcome @Kate3479 - I don’t consciously practice Intermittent Fasting (IF) but I kind of naturally eat that way. Most meals are from 8am-6:30pm now because daylight savings time seems to take time to naturally adjust to ... but, typically, I eat between 10 or 11am and 6:30pm and feel better.

I could use some accountability buddies myself! I have a lot to lose. Anyone please feel free to add me!

Kate3479 wrote: »

Anyone following IF here ?

I do

Morning everyone!
I told a MFP member about this discussion group and I’d like to invite her to join. But now I don’t remember which tab I found you guys on. Anyone know how to invite a member to a discussion? I want to invite @ErikaG2085

Kate3479 wrote: »

Anyone following IF here ?

What is IF?

PatriceFitnessPal wrote: »

@kiay131982, @lrw327 and @drollings2019 - I appreciate all your encouragement through my tedious (self-imposed) decluttering project. I’m looking forward to the day when I describe my situation as you are experiencing it now ... similar to maintenance following a weight loss 😀. If I take the same approach to this project as I did by gradually re-building my wellness and fitness habits after some neglect, my house will feel more comfortable to me. I can’t say it’s feeling good right now but I’m sticking with it a tiny bit at a time.

I’m impressed by all the runners in the group. I love to run but it’s been a long time since I’ve made a regular routine of it. I’m not sure why... When I get into a regular schedule, it clears my mind, helps me focus on my priorities and lifts my mood. Putting in my sneakers (running shoes) has always been the hardest part of my workouts. Once I pull myself away from work, I could enjoy being active all day, especially outside! I’m going to try to do a better job scheduling “fitness” into my day. @5k_everyday_365 is an inspiring MFP name to motivate me so I’ll try to channel that vision whenever I visit the group! It sounds as though you have an active job so you probably don’t need to run in days you’re tired from the warehouse but good for you for challenging yourself. When I was a waitress, I had to put my legs up to get my circulation going after a tough day but still liked exercise for the stress relief so I can understand wanting to run after a tough work day.

Congratulations on your fantastic progress @tdsimoes67! If you find the rate slowing down as you get closer to your goal weight, try not to get discouraged. It’s a good sign but it can be tough psychologically in my experience. I’m over the hump of feeling disappointed and now I’m focused on maintaining a steady level of nutrition and fitness that feels comfortable ... and practical. I’d still like to improve my fitness but my goal is now the end of 2021 instead of sooner.

@bumpbreakcar - Your goals seem really balanced ... Nice! The weather has not worked out well for rowing on days when it fits with my work schedule so I feel as though I’m paying for a program I’m not using, too. Better late than never!! I’m going to have to wake up earlier and row before work in days the weather cooperates... and also get out there in the rain, if it’s not terrible. Windy days can be dangerous so I’ll continue to avoid those and the weather will be more consistent soon. I’m just a bit impatient because our soccer game was also canceled this week. The league didn’t remember to turn on the lights at the field. They mixed up our teams this year to ensure enough women are balanced across the teams so it was nice to meet my teammates and kick the ball around during warm up. Patience ...

@ladychr0nic - Sometimes it can be surprising to see the calories from a bad day dispersed across the week and you have the right attitude! One birthday celebration or a short vacation won’t make a big difference if most days are balanced nutrition-wise ... onward!

Thanks so much for checking in, even on such a busy day, @renaegry. It’s always great to hear from you and I’m glad you’re feeling in track!

Welcome @Kate3479 - I don’t consciously practice Intermittent Fasting (IF) but I kind of naturally eat that way. Most meals are from 8am-6:30pm now because daylight savings time seems to take time to naturally adjust to ... but, typically, I eat between 10 or 11am and 6:30pm and feel better.

Awe thanks! I'm glad my username helps to motivate others And it sounds like you have a very physical job too which is great for staying fit 💛💪 You're very sweet and inclusive and I'm greatful to have met you on here

I'm not a runner (or even a jogger), more of a walk the dog pace kind of girl. But I need to do something to get my heart rate up a little bit. I have a really nice treadmill and was thinking about using the couch 2 5K app that I found. Has anyone used this before? Any suggestions for someone that hasn't really ran before? I don't have any physical ailments that prevent it, I just never liked running but I would like to try.