I feel terrible... (first post)

Forgive yourself, study for your test, get in a workout if you can, and move on - tomorrow is a new day.

First off stop weighing in every day. It will just make you stressed out! Second, don't feel guilt about it! Just accept that you did it and move on! Stop beating yourself up. I think some exercise would do you some good right now so that you can have a little stress relief. That way your mind will be more open to accepting new information.

Good luck on the test! Take it one day at a time!

First, stop beating yourself up :-) We all have those days and times where we go a little over or eat some things that aren't necessarily the healthiest in the world. You can't take back what you ate, but, you can make up for it little by little at the gym or by doing some exercises or walking around your house and neighborhood. It's a day by day process. Some days are going to be better than others. If you know you've eaten something out of proportion, make up for it by trying to eat better throughout the rest of your day. I still eat sweets, just gotta do moderation ;-) You can do it! I'd study, because the school is definitely important, but, then, try really hard to get back into a routine at the gym. Once you've started back with a routine you and your body will feel great :-) Best of luck!!!

Been there, done that. If this were me:

1. Stay off the scales for a few days. Get back on track ASAP & drink plenty of water.
2. If you need to study, then study. If you can make time to workout without having to stay up half the night, then do it.
3. If you choose to workout tomorrow, do a little extra if you want, but don't overdo.

Thing is, we all have bad days. While it is upsetting, there's no need to punish yourself.

Step one: don't beat yourself up! We all have cake binges (well, for me it's ice cream, but same idea). The guilt is certainly not going to help you.

My advice would be to hit the gym for part of the time, so you've kind of got the best of both worlds. Every little bit of exercise counts, and even a short burst of cardio will probably help clear your mind (and negative thoughts), help with the sluggishness, and make your studying a lot more focused, since you won't be feeling guilty about missing the gym while hitting the books.

And remember: this happens to most of us, just try to get back on track. Hope that's helpful!

Cake happens! It did to me yesterday, as a matter of fact! I was 400 calories over!!!

I am 100 cals over today, too, but I have NO time to work out because I have a paper to finish tonight, so I know how the school stress is! But I told myself yesterday that slow weight loss is better than gaining, and school has to come first. Besides, I'm not paying a bunch of money to lose weight, I'm paying a bunch of money to get my education. Pounds can come and go, but no one can take my education from me once I get it! Sounds cheesy, but very true!

I say wait until tomorrow and work it all out in the gym!!! You got this, girl!!

It's not the end of the world. Consider it a day of increased calorie intake and go back to healthy/clean eating. If school is a priority, do that. Working out can come after the test.

As someone who works full time, goes to school part time and also tries to work out a bit, I say STUDY. School is more important than a pound you can work at losing tomorrow.

Yesterday was my son's birthday and guess what, I ate cake, too. And had both lunch and dinner out. I didn't log it all because once I was over, it didn't really matter how much I was over, as far as I'm concerned. Today is a new day and the cake sits in the fridge and I won't have another piece today (but maybe tomorrow I will, who knows?) Do I feel guilty? Heck no. It was a special day and I was going to have a piece of cake with my family. Did it keep me from losing .2 pounds this week? Maybe, but so what! I'm not on a schedule to lose weight, I'm doing this for the rest of my life and birthdays, and cake, they happen. And I plan to enjoy them when they do.

I say forget the guilt, study for your exam, get a good night's rest and get back on the diet and exercise wagon tomorrow.

Don't beat yourself up. We all give in to temptation from time to time. Sleep and studying is as important as working out. Maybe you should compromise and workout for half an hour, instead of the hour you were hoping for. That would give you a little extra study time and maybe help you focus better. Can you study while on the treadmill or exercise bike? Good luck, don't stress.

Magic Girl:

Forgive, forgive yourself!! Tomorrow is a new day with new opportunities. This is a journey and there unfortunately are tough days in this battle to lose weight. I have been trying to lose 30lbs for 2 and half years since my last son was born and I have had my days of bingeing even after great success. I have eaten an entire cake after the Thanksgiving holiday because I too love sweets. I have the worst sweet tooth known to man. Literally I have to keep chocolate out of my house or I will eat it

I commend you for admitting it on here. I just hope there are other members who can honestly say that they've walked in our shoes as well. Do not be ashamed you are human. Talk to yourself like you would your best friend. Keep going strong! You can do this. Remember you have 7 more days to makeup for that cake. Start drinking your water and get some activity/exercise in. I believe in all activity as exercise I may get blasted for this but if you aren't sitting in front of your couch munching down potato chips we should all be commended for getting up and doing something.

You aren't alone. I had a horrible week last week and I am so happy to know that I maintained my weight even with my setback. It has encouraged me to keep going despite my bad choices I made. I am looking forward to next Wednesday (weigh-in day).

Good luck!
Tina

Don't feel too bad, we all have those days! (If I was better at controlling myself i wouldn't be on MFP in the first place Go to the gym when you can, studying is important, go tonight if you can, if not try jumping rope or something at home for a bit, every little bit helps. and if you have gained some weight thats ok. you'll get back on track and you'll work that much harder to get it off. i would suggest honestly logging all the bad food tho so you can see just how bad it is. I know the first binge I logged really opened my eyes! and when you see that scary spike in your reports its an extra little motivator.

good luck and keep trying!

Don't let that one pound bug you. It is not that much that you have to worry about. The one pound is an easy pound for you to lose. It is okay to have an occasional treat for someone's birthday just remember next time just have the 1 slice of cake. You can work it off the following day. Don't stress the 1 pound. :happy: :bigsmile:

Hi Magic. There are many of us out there. I have learned that I cannot handle any amount of cake, cookies, pasta, or italian bread. There is something about those foods that sets me up a binge. Some people can have "a taste" or "one piece" but that's not me. I am a compulsive overeater. Don't beat yourself up; what's done is done. Learn about your triggers and avoid them in the future. As far as weigh-in, exercise, etc. Set a weigh in appointment for once-a-week, not every day. Definitely exercise, but don't overdo it. Just relax, start good healthy habits...starting...now.:flowerforyou:

Your post made me feel better as I had a VERY rough day today. Have gone over my calorie goal today by 667 calories and counting. Have only exercised once for the week so far and I have been beating myself up all day about it. Let's forgive ourselves right now, shake it off and start fresh tomorrow. We will have rough days every so often, we can't expect to be perfect every day for the rest of our lives.

At least you have the wear with all to recognize that you made a mistake. Just keep going, forgive and forget. Looks like you are doing well other than the cake day so SMILE and Move on!