DAILY QOTD (Question Of The Day)
Dianedoessmiles1
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WELCOME BACK to the QUESTION of the Day (QOTD). We are just over half way through the 2022 Winter 5% Challenge and realize that for some it can be harder to stay focused on having healthy habits. IF you have any suggestions, comments, please let us know. You may comment on each others posts if you choose to do so, but it is not a requirement.
Today's QOTD: Do you have 1 to 3 reasons, AKA WHY's you want to reach your goal? If not, would this help you? If yes, are they were you can see them often?
Today's QOTD: Do you have 1 to 3 reasons, AKA WHY's you want to reach your goal? If not, would this help you? If yes, are they were you can see them often?
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Today's QOTD: Do you have 1 to 3 reasons, AKA WHY's you want to reach your goal? If not, would this help you? If yes, are they were you can see them often?
Yes....they are on my profile page and several other places that I see frequently.
Why I want to get in shape:
To look in the mirror and see what my mind has always believed
My Inspirations:
To continue caring for my husband as long as possible
To enjoy my grandchildren for many years to come2 -
Today's QOTD: Do you have 1 to 3 reasons, AKA WHY's you want to reach your goal? If not, would this help you? If yes, are they were you can see them often?
1) I'm in heart failure, the better I treat myself the longer I life as healthy as I can
2) My GGS awww he's so cute and I always want him to have my influence as his Mom does
3) I do a volunteer service, that I want to give my 10000% attention to as I've done for 45 plus years. The better I feel, the more I can do. Plus of course on MFP also.1 -
Today's QOTD: Do you have 1 to 3 reasons, AKA WHY's you want to reach your goal? If not, would this help you? If yes, are they were you can see them often?
1. I want to continue my good reports from my dr.
2. Good example to my hubby and kids
3. Want to look good in the mirror0 -
Wednesday QOTD: Do you track your food? Do you enjoy it, or dread it? Or is routine?
I usually do track my food, unless I am eating the same basic foods, and know the calorie count. Still I NEED to because of the sodium.0 -
I have my why's on my profile page and think of them whenever I need a kick in the rear to get going!
I track every day, mostly don't mind it, I lapse horribly if I don't. But, it's not perfectly accurate, I take what other people put in for home cooking mostly, and scan if I use something purchased--if I held myself to perfection on it, or made it hard, I'd quit, I know me.1 -
Wednesday QOTD: Do you track your food? Do you enjoy it, or dread it? Or is routine?
I track everything, the good, the bad, and the ugly. I sort of enjoy it, but I've done it for so long it has become a routine. I can be sort of anal about it. Secret truth...the real reason behind the purse I let my husband buy for me is that it is big enough to hold my small scale so that I can take it to restaurants and other places with me to get a more accurate measurement of my portions. How anal is that? 😂3 -
Today's QOTD: Do you have 1 to 3 reasons, AKA WHY's you want to reach your goal? If not, would this help you? If yes, are they were you can see them often?
They are on my profile page, I think, plus I remind myself every day why I should or shouldn't do something. I want to be able to take care of my disabled son as long as physically possible. I want to be healthy for not just myself but for my family. I want to like myself again.3 -
Thanks @Dianedoessmiles1 for the link on the feed.
I have my goals written and I think about them often, but they aren't posted where I see them often.
1. Be healthy, so I can enjoy life.
2. Look good in my smaller clothes.
3. Be able to stay active with my boys.
Yes, I track. When I don't, I start gaining.1 -
Wednesday QOTD: Do you track your food? Do you enjoy it, or dread it? Or is routine?
I have tracked 99.9% of my food every single day since Sept 8, 2019, the day I got serious.
I Enjoy it, Dread it and it is Routine... I know 100% of the time I have stopped tracking in the past I put any and all weight I had lost right back on, lightning speed, and added a few extra pounds just for fun. So tracking is now my way of life!3 -
Thursday QOTD (2/3)
Please look back from when you first started along your healthy journey. Do you see the differences physically? Do you acknowledge the HARD work you've put into this? Can you pat yourself on the back for a JOB WELL DONE!!???
I started at 288 lbs, and am at 180 lbs now. I could not walk worth a while, but now? If the CHF (heart) wasn't holding me back, I'd EASILY be able to go and go.
Do I pat myself on the back? SHOOT YES!!!! I've done this well.4 -
Thursday QOTD (2/3)
Please look back from when you first started along your healthy journey. Do you see the differences physically? Do you acknowledge the HARD work you've put into this? Can you pat yourself on the back for a JOB WELL DONE!!???
Started at 200+lbs, currently 139 1bs. I now see in the mirror what I always saw in my mind. I pat myself on the back everyday (now that I can reach it) for doing what many said I could not do, lose it AND keep it off!!!
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Thanks @Dianedoessmiles1 as do you... and I LOVE your red hair... bring it back!!!2
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Yes, yes, & yes. Amount of lbs is not a lot, but it's a lot better than none! I cannot even compare how healthy I feel as compared to my start, so yeah, I'm happy with myself!3
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QOTD for Saturday 2/5/22
Today was weigh in day, when the scale doesn't move as you wish it to, do you decide "Oh I'll just eat WHATEVER I WANT!!" or do you stay on the path of "Its just 1 weigh in"?
I go with the "it's just a weigh in."1 -
Thursday question
Please look back from when you first started along your healthy journey. Do you see the differences physically? Do you acknowledge the HARD work you've put into this? Can you pat yourself on the back for a JOB WELL DONE!!???
Well I was in the 190s got down to low 160s. Now I have been stuck in low 170s for so many months. I do know I am stronger and I exercise regularly (strength training and cardio)1 -
Today was weigh in day, when the scale doesn't move as you wish it to, do you decide "Oh I'll just eat WHATEVER I WANT!!" or do you stay on the path of "Its just 1 weigh in"
I just keep trying-trying to eat healthier-not a ton of support1 -
@Bookienj,, we've got your support here. Its hard when at home though others LOVE to junk out. Been there!! I did put the kids junk food into a cupboard and told myself "STOCK IT NOT EAT IT!" And made SURE I had things I enjoyed. Keep looking forward,,, and lean upon us. You are far from alone on this. Others may have ideas. If you put that into the chat, I am SURE you'll get responses.
QOTD for Monday 2/7
You've been busy all day, on the way home (or while at home) You think "What will I eat for supper? I am exhausted."
What's the first thought that comes into your mind? Is it "What can I grab that's easy and fast here in the house?" Or more along the line of "Who can I call to deliver (or go out) to get?" Tomorrow we'll follow though more on this
This has been something I hadn't even realized I now do. I used to pick up the phone,, call for delivery or I'd quickly go out and come back. Now? Since I cook quite a bit (I DO NOT enjoy cooking, but I SURE DO THE TASTE of stuff I make!) I keep a few meals of a variety in the freezer. It takes me less time to heat up something from there. I hadn't even realized this,, well of course I knew that, but I hadn't realized how RARE it is I get fast food. I LOVE McDonalds Egg McMuffins, but now that I am low sodium, I've been making my own. They are ALWAYS HOT and YUMMY. A lot healthier and FASTER!! So much faster!! I only live once in the car 2 mins from McD's. But there's the getting dressed if I am not,,, getting into the car, driving (again only 2 mins) but ours is ALWAYS busy so that's going to be 8 to 10 mins, maybe longer, driving home. To get back inside (and leaving too) add in 2 more mins. To make one at home 4 mins. LOL I've timed it.2 -
QOTD for Monday 2/7
You've been busy all day, on the way home (or while at home) You think "What will I eat for supper? I am exhausted."
What's the first thought that comes into your mind? Is it "What can I grab that's easy and fast here in the house?" Or more along the line of "Who can I call to deliver (or go out) to get?" Tomorrow we'll follow though more on this
Used to be PIZZA or a Large Chicken Salad Sub from WAWA... now, 99% of the time I already have my dinner pre-planned and tracked, taking in consideration of what I need to get done for the day. If I'm shopping at Sam's I usually pick up Rotisserie Chicken and just have to make a veggie and potato to go with it or Sushi. If at Sprouts I'll get a Tuna Poke Bowl if they have any. Usually have a back up plan in case either are out.1 -
I'm late to the party and don't have the time to catch up but I will read all the posts at some point.
QOTD for Monday 2/7
You've been busy all day, on the way home (or while at home) You think "What will I eat for supper? I am exhausted."
What's the first thought that comes into your mind? Is it "What can I grab that's easy and fast here in the house?" Or more along the line of "Who can I call to deliver (or go out) to get?" Tomorrow we'll follow through more on this
My go-to is eggs in some form as long as we haven't had them for breakfast. Before my surgery, I did stock some freezer meals and made sure there were healthy canned goods in the pantry. The meal planning LTGL came at just the right time for me and I am so far keeping up with it. Having the pre-prepared meals is really helpful so I am inclined to continue that since we were gifted with a small freezer. @Dianedoessmiles1, I have found my joy of cooking again. Enjoying the prep adds more flavor to the finished meal.2 -
QOTD for Monday 2/7
You've been busy all day, on the way home (or while at home) You think "What will I eat for supper? I am exhausted."
What's the first thought that comes into your mind? Is it "What can I grab that's easy and fast here in the house?" Or more along the line of "Who can I call to deliver (or go out) to get?" Tomorrow we'll follow though more
I am usually the easy/fast here now. I don’t want the waste in calories when out or dealing with driving. I am lazy1 -
@Dianedoessmiles1 -thx! For the junk food comment1
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QOTD 2/8/88 Tuesday
Yesterday we asked about food when tired, busy etc. Today ,,, you are tired, hurting, and know you "should" exercise, and or add in more time. What do you do? A) SKIP it because "I am just to tired, hurting etc."? Or "Start out to do 10 mins and see what happens from there?" Or how do you handle this situation?
We all get busy, and often can just "run out of day". Since I live in chronic pain and am have a serious health concern, I can not do as I once did (even a year ago). Now I break my exercise down to 10 to 20 mins at a time. If it's to much to even walk for 10 mins, I'll break it down more to do stretches, core exercises, and throwing in some ST also. I find having a daily amount I want as helpful.0 -
QOTD 2/8 Tuesday
Yesterday we asked about food when tired, busy etc. Today ,,, you are tired, hurting, and know you "should" exercise, and or add in more time. What do you do? A) SKIP it because "I am just to tired, hurting etc."? Or "Start out to do 10 mins and see what happens from there?" Or how do you handle this situation?
Depends on how much exercise I've done recently and whether or not eating is on point. Although both are important, I personally focus more on nutrition than exercise. I generally will decide to do just 30 minutes on the Gazelle but usually end up doing longer.1 -
QOTD 2/9/22 Weds
Do you eat breakfast? Why or Why not?
I used to LOVE breakfast, I no longer wake up hungry (SO ODD) so now I just have a hot chocolate because I take a supplement that will not mix into anything cold, and I do not like coffee (See's @Catwmncat and @Lindiemaep, @Aalley5 ALL FAINTING and possibly @Wallahalla also LOL)2 -
QOTD 2/9/22 Weds
Do you eat breakfast? Why or Why not?
ABSOLUTELY 💯% of the time. It's not always traditional breakfast food and may be as late as 2pm (Fasting) but it is how my day is fueled and sets the tempo for how I manage through the day.
The two HUGE cups of Coffee help as well! @Dianedoessmiles1 doesn't know what she's missing😉
Thanks for Tuesdays QOTD... I was too tired, hurting and just wanted to skip walking on the Gazelle tonight, but thought of my answer and yep, on on it now!3 -
QOTD 2/9/22 Weds
Do you eat breakfast? Why or Why not?
Most defiantly! Sometimes I fast till 10 but then it's breakfast. @Dianedoessmiles1 - I mix collagen with my coffee and a coconut chocolate MTC powder. The coffee is hot and it tastes like mocha.1 -
QOTD 2/9/22 Weds
Do you eat breakfast? Why or Why not?
I always eat breakfast. I am usually hungry and a good start to the day1 -
ITs THROW BACK FRIDAY QOTD
In weeks 3 and 4 we worked on having a Sleep routine. Did you enjoy this LTGL? Has it benefited you to this day?
I used to STRUGGLE SO BADLY with sleep!! I'd get any place from 10 mins to 2 hours. Than on the 5% Challenge years ago we'd work on "how many hours of sleep did you get?" Mine was so bad, that I started to really study and talk to my Dr's (I DID NOT still never want sleep meds, been there, done that, I sleep walk anyways, on the sleep meds, YO I DROVE IN MY SLEEP! Imagine waking up just as you were going to go on 295 at 50 MPH!! WHILE SLEEPING!! YO! that night I said "NEVER AGAIN!") on what I needed to do. A part of what they mentioned is what we just worked on,, having a sleep routine. This has so greatly benefited me. Plus I am now tired thanks to the heart failure. LOL I ALMOST AM GRATEFUL to be in heart failure because I CAN SLEEP easily now!! Gotta look for the positives in what we can and THIS IS A PLUS!!
Be a CAT ,, Izzy has ZERO problems sleeping.
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