UAC members are a fantastic resource. There is always someone willing to answer any questions you may have.

However, did you know that there are other resources within the UAC? They are on the group page under ANNOUNCEMENTS

• What’s on your mind today? - Our general chat thread.
• Introductions - This is where you can tell us a little about yourself
• Rules - an explanation of how UAC works
• FAQ’s - First port of call for new members, and if you have a query.

These are great places to go to find out about the UAC. Learn more about your fellow members in “Introductions” and check out the "What's Happening” for a little extra chit-chit.

Welcome new and old members.

Welcome April, 2022!

Welcome Spring for those of us in the Northern Hemisphere and welcome Fall/Autumn for those of us in the Southern Hemisphere.


The UAC challenge has only 3 rules.

1. Did I exercise for at least 20 minutes?
2. Did I stay within my calorie budget for the day?
3. Did I keep track of everything I ate and drank?

At first glance, they look very simple. From my experience these rules are applicable to anyone at any stage of this health journey (I called it "health journey" not "diet"). Whether you are just beginning this health journey, advanced in this process or just maintaining

I have come to realized that these are the only things that nobody in this life will do for me.

• Nobody can eat for me/you, exercise for me/you or track what I/you eat, lick or bite in this world.
• This is all about me/you, my/your health, and my usefulness to those around me! If I don't take care of my health then I cannot take care of anybody. (You are always advised to put on your mask when there is low pressure in the plane before helping your child/anybody, else both of you will/may die )
• These are the facts I like to remind myself every month.

Does it mean that I will not fail? I have learned to forgive myself and give myself the grace I will readily give others. All modern inventions we are enjoying today were created and designed many times. In failing you learn what will not work and what works. Failure gives me opportunity to know myself.

No, it is not about being perfect! But it about forming habits. Habits that will bless me and move me forward in life, it will also bless those around me. Everyone fails at a time in their life.

Therefore, as you join us in this month's UAC, you do not have to be perfect. We are not There is nothing you are going through that no one in this group has not experienced. You are not the only one out there! This is a very supportive group. We will support you as you learn these habits. Come by everyday, read encouraging, funny, and realistic posts, and post something.

If you have at most 3 pass days (pass day is a day where you could not say "Yes" to any of these 3 rules). Then you are in Winner's circle.

If you have more than 3 pass days and you are here everyday, you are in the Champion's circle. If you have more than 3 pass days please do not disappear. We are all in this together

I like reading about animals. The Sea Otters are very interesting. As big as these animals are, they have a secret that we can learn and apply here.
Do you know that "Otter groups are called rafts, and the animals famously hold hands to keep from drifting apart."
https://animals.net/sea-otter/
https://oceana.ca/en/marine-life/sea-otter/
https://northamericannature.com/why-do-otters-hold-hands/

Let's hold unto one another like the Sea Otters. Let's hold each other hands through this month!
(BTW, I have been maintenance for some years). I am here because I need your support and you need mine. We need you You can do it!

3x yes.
Also I'm considering upping my calorie goal and not adjusting for workouts, which might offer a healthier mindset than using workouts to "train off" the "excess" 200kcal calories. And since I went slightly over my budget almost everyday last week and still lost 1lb that seems healthy.... hmmmm... 🤔 I'm not used to slow and steady, but it might be the better approach for me.

🗓 Date: 2nd April 2022

🏃‍♀️ Exercise: Yes (Dancing/Walking)
🥘 Calories: No, slightly over budget
⭐️ Tracked: Yes

Today I went over budget and I know it was due to feeling stressed (I’m a bit of an emotional/comfort eater and this is something I’m going to work on). I feel a little bit disappointed in myself but the main thing is I’m honest with myself and open with the group - it’s the best way to be!

I plan to go for a nice long walk tomorrow to get my steps in 😊

yesx3

April 2

Exercise: Yes
Tracked all: Yes
Calories under: Yes
(0/3 pass days used)

2 April
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Planned to get back on the plan April today. Got derailed immediately when hub woke up with a scratchy throat. Tested him right away and it turns out he has Covid. I'm going to check in daily but I'm not going to worry about getting with the program until I see how this plays out in our household.