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  • rodneysmom98
    rodneysmom98 Posts: 167 Member

    SO, tomorrow starts this round of challenges...
    1) mindful eating
    2) Sat/Sun food log/diary
    3) squats & situps

    Sounds great! Good luck everyone!
  • kleeper80
    kleeper80 Posts: 69 Member
    Good Morning Everybody!

    I got my water in yesterday and did 30 girly pushups last night. I am really looking forward to this week's challenges. Situps and squats here I come! I have also been struggling with "mindful" eating, so that is going to be a really great challenge for me this week!

    I am running my second 5K on Saturday so I better watch how many squats I do so my legs don't get too sore! :-)

    I hope everybody has a great day!!!
  • mom2lyla
    mom2lyla Posts: 123 Member
    Ok I am already struggling with this "mindful eating" challenge. I don't know why but I am craving Cheetos SO bad today! I haven't had them in at least a month if not more...when I ask myself "why" I just keep getting the same answer--I just WANT them! I'm not hungry, not sad, not bored, etc. Hmm, what to do?
  • Liluth
    Liluth Posts: 84 Member
    Ok I am already struggling with this "mindful eating" challenge. I don't know why but I am craving Cheetos SO bad today! I haven't had them in at least a month if not more...when I ask myself "why" I just keep getting the same answer--I just WANT them! I'm not hungry, not sad, not bored, etc. Hmm, what to do?

    There is probably a reason ;). Maybe your craving is rooted in wanting something cheesy and crunchy. If you have it on hand, try some cheese and crackers (properly portioned out). But first, wait a day or two and see if the craving doesn't just go away on its own. Sometimes telling yourself, "NO I CAN'T have that!" just makes the craving all the more powerful. Try to get your mind off it and if it's still around tomorrow, try some cheese and crackers :).
  • nybor101
    nybor101 Posts: 477 Member
    Is there a link for the spreadsheet?

    I will post the chart on Friday. still updating, adding newbies.


    thank you!!
  • mom2lyla
    mom2lyla Posts: 123 Member
    2 sets of 20 squats done in the office between patients. Still no Cheetos consumed :happy:
  • mmbarnes1973
    mmbarnes1973 Posts: 339 Member
    Wow, so much for my mindset. Totally screwed up again. Ate so well all day yesterday, but just before bed needed something with Fat or Grease in it. Totally over ate!! i think i need to eat a little more higher calorie foods during the day so that I'm satiated, and then something smaller when i get off work late at night. Was ready to just toss in the towel, but when I get on here and read what you guys have to say, it really helps keep me going. Getting off here and headed to work out. Thanks for your posts...and getting me up off my butt!!!!!
  • AliceIsRunning
    AliceIsRunning Posts: 220 Member
    I love the new mini challenges. I will do my best! The weekend food log will be the most difficult. I don't get online very much over the weekends :)
  • raqufern
    raqufern Posts: 794 Member
    I love the new challenge! MINDFUL EATING! I think that is what got us here in the first place. I tend to catch mysefl eating out of boredom or any emotions, sometimes I just eat because the food is there and its good, but not because I want it. I can feel my body telling me to stop eating when I am stuffed but sometimes I just keep at it, then I feel horrible! LOGGING ON THE WEEKENDS is good because we all tend to over do it then especially when we eat out. I think it will make us more conscious about our choices. Finally I love the SQUATS and SIT UPS portion of it!

    I will try and check in every day but like some of you have said, I tend to track with my phone and so I have access to the post only when I am on my computer. I work in an office so I will do my best to post daily.

    Congrats to all those that lost weight and to those who gained..... its ok....this is a new week and we are all here for you!
  • Platoonmom2004
    Platoonmom2004 Posts: 60
    Hello everyone! You are all doing wonderful!!

    Check in for the week
    starting 271
    current 268
    xmas goal 255
  • ziesergirl_66
    ziesergirl_66 Posts: 1,018 Member
    Ok I am already struggling with this "mindful eating" challenge. I don't know why but I am craving Cheetos SO bad today! I haven't had them in at least a month if not more...when I ask myself "why" I just keep getting the same answer--I just WANT them! I'm not hungry, not sad, not bored, etc. Hmm, what to do?

    you said you haven't had them in at least a month if not more...why? is this a forbidden food now? I say have a 1/2 serving and that's it. It's ok to eat these foods in moderation. Sometimes if we deprive ourselves of our favorite foods, it leads to a binge...and then we feel worse. Make sure you log it. There's no reason we can't have our *treats*. This is life and being in control of how much and when will be the real success. Those Cheetos are teasing you...you tell them who's boss! So...count out x amount, savor and enjoy!
  • mom2lyla
    mom2lyla Posts: 123 Member
    Ok I am already struggling with this "mindful eating" challenge. I don't know why but I am craving Cheetos SO bad today! I haven't had them in at least a month if not more...when I ask myself "why" I just keep getting the same answer--I just WANT them! I'm not hungry, not sad, not bored, etc. Hmm, what to do?

    you said you haven't had them in at least a month if not more...why? is this a forbidden food now? I say have a 1/2 serving and that's it. It's ok to eat these foods in moderation. Sometimes if we deprive ourselves of our favorite foods, it leads to a binge...and then we feel worse. Make sure you log it. There's no reason we can't have our *treats*. This is life and being in control of how much and when will be the real success. Those Cheetos are teasing you...you tell them who's boss! So...count out x amount, savor and enjoy!
    Nah, not a forbidden food. Just something I don't keep around. I worry, though, that if I buy any they will ALL make it in my belly by the end of the day lol. So far I am managing without them!
  • journey2happiness
    journey2happiness Posts: 9
    I want to join!
    SW: 129.6
    W1: 128.2
    It's been a bad week for me though...hoping to reverse everything now!
  • Frankeegee
    Frankeegee Posts: 21
    Had trouble weighing in yesterday, but today I'm 177.2. I did 30 push ups yesterday. I'm doing NANOWRIMO (A writing contest) so with that, logging my food, trying to exercise and taking care of my kids and the house I'm constantly busy!
  • sarahlynn78
    sarahlynn78 Posts: 132 Member
    SW: 204
    Wk1: 203
    Wk2: 205.4 :(

    I forgot to weigh in yesterday. It was a really bad week for me, so the mindful eating challenge is just what I need. I loved the pushup challenge and think I'll start doing them on a regular basis. For the squat/situps, I'm shooting for 15 squats and 30 situps per day. My personal challenge for this week will be to log everything all week long. I've been terrible about not logging lately and know I need to do it to see the scale move in the right direction.

    Congrats on all of the losses! I'm really excited about this weeks challenge.
  • AliceIsRunning
    AliceIsRunning Posts: 220 Member
    Ok I am already struggling with this "mindful eating" challenge. I don't know why but I am craving Cheetos SO bad today! I haven't had them in at least a month if not more...when I ask myself "why" I just keep getting the same answer--I just WANT them! I'm not hungry, not sad, not bored, etc. Hmm, what to do?

    you said you haven't had them in at least a month if not more...why? is this a forbidden food now? I say have a 1/2 serving and that's it. It's ok to eat these foods in moderation. Sometimes if we deprive ourselves of our favorite foods, it leads to a binge...and then we feel worse. Make sure you log it. There's no reason we can't have our *treats*. This is life and being in control of how much and when will be the real success. Those Cheetos are teasing you...you tell them who's boss! So...count out x amount, savor and enjoy!
    Nah, not a forbidden food. Just something I don't keep around. I worry, though, that if I buy any they will ALL make it in my belly by the end of the day lol. So far I am managing without them!
    This is what I've done a couple of times. Buy a small bag, take a handful and empty the bag into the trash as soon as you get your handful.

    EMPTY the bag INTO the trash - don't just throw the bag into the trash (trust me on this one)

    It's not about certain foods being "forbidden" - it's about certain sizes that are "forbidden". i.e. a handful of Cheetos = ok; a BAG FULL of Cheetos = an extra hour on the treadmill LOL
  • Nogo
    Nogo Posts: 105 Member
    I'm in.

    SW 214

    12/24/11-199
  • carriel1976
    carriel1976 Posts: 129 Member
    I missed weigh in day because we had been without power since last Saturday! My family was staying with my Mom and I ate like I was on vacation so I actually had a gain. Today is my back day on my diet and I am struggling with cravings.

    starting weight 137.5
    new weight 138.5
  • TakenControl
    TakenControl Posts: 7
    I also missed the weigh in yesterday. Down 1.6lbs.

    SW- 278
    W1- 275.8
    W2- 274.2
  • raqufern
    raqufern Posts: 794 Member
    Ok I am already struggling with this "mindful eating" challenge. I don't know why but I am craving Cheetos SO bad today! I haven't had them in at least a month if not more...when I ask myself "why" I just keep getting the same answer--I just WANT them! I'm not hungry, not sad, not bored, etc. Hmm, what to do?

    you said you haven't had them in at least a month if not more...why? is this a forbidden food now? I say have a 1/2 serving and that's it. It's ok to eat these foods in moderation. Sometimes if we deprive ourselves of our favorite foods, it leads to a binge...and then we feel worse. Make sure you log it. There's no reason we can't have our *treats*. This is life and being in control of how much and when will be the real success. Those Cheetos are teasing you...you tell them who's boss! So...count out x amount, savor and enjoy!
    Nah, not a forbidden food. Just something I don't keep around. I worry, though, that if I buy any they will ALL make it in my belly by the end of the day lol. So far I am managing without them!
    This is what I've done a couple of times. Buy a small bag, take a handful and empty the bag into the trash as soon as you get your handful.

    EMPTY the bag INTO the trash - don't just throw the bag into the trash (trust me on this one)

    It's not about certain foods being "forbidden" - it's about certain sizes that are "forbidden". i.e. a handful of Cheetos = ok; a BAG FULL of Cheetos = an extra hour on the treadmill LOL

    I completely agree with all this! I tend not to have big bags of chips chocolate or soda around because I will down it all. However when I do have the craving I allow myself to have atleast a little bit. It will get rid of the craving. Buy the snack size bag.... mayeb the baked kind so there is less calories and only have a portion and like they said toss the rest out! After you havea few you might feel better and be able to move on! Hope it all goes well for you =)
  • MIssFinny
    MIssFinny Posts: 194 Member
    Good afternoon, everyone! I can see that some of us are struggling with cravings lately. Boo. You know, you don’t have to deprive yourself. Here’s how I deal with cravings and temptations:

    I like to think of my daily calorie allotment as if it were a monetary budget. So, when I’m having a craving or if I know I want to eat something a little “bad” for me, I first ask myself if I can afford it.
    Now, knowing if I can afford a particular indulgence also means that I have to keep up with my daily food log. I know- I’m lucky that I have oodles of time everyday to calculate, count, and log. I swear one of the biggest parts of my success has been recording everything I eat. So do it. Just find a way to write it down. Even if it’s simply a list of what you ate (not necessarily the calories), it can still help to determine if indulging is affordable.
    With that said, once I determine if it’s affordable I eat it! Sometimes though, there are things that I really want that I simply cannot afford unless I work, and this is the best motivator for working out- more food…YAY! If I want ice cream, or a piece of cake, or a handful of chips, I know I’ve got to work for it. Typically, I like to hold off during the day for a treat just to make sure that I have enough in the “bank” at the end of the day for one.
    Another way to help satisfy a craving is to set aside a few calories a day and then at the end of the week “spend” those on whatever your heart desires. This approach gives you something to look forward to at the end of the week. Personally, I like a little treat each day =)
    Hopefully, I’ve not said anything redundant and this gives others a fresh, positive outlook on calories, exercise and food. I find that a positive attitude is always best. My cup is always half full and filled with delicious Dr. Pepper! What’s yours filled with?
  • raqufern
    raqufern Posts: 794 Member
    Checking in and I have done 2 sets of 20 squats..... sit ups to come later! Have a good day everyone! :drinker:
  • sunflowers8
    sunflowers8 Posts: 83 Member
    Checking in. Thank you Ziesergirl66 for the lasts weeks pushup challenge i managed to do 100 ever day and hope i can continue to do them with this week challenge of squats and situps. .and i will be trying the mindful eating as well as logging my food for sat / sun.
  • lambeas
    lambeas Posts: 229 Member
    Ok I am already struggling with this "mindful eating" challenge. I don't know why but I am craving Cheetos SO bad today! I haven't had them in at least a month if not more...when I ask myself "why" I just keep getting the same answer--I just WANT them! I'm not hungry, not sad, not bored, etc. Hmm, what to do?

    Take a peak at this http://www.livestrong.com/article/470146-why-do-i-crave-salt-crushed-ice/

    "Salt Cravings
    Salt cravings may signal that you are dehydrated. However, crunching on chips or other salty snacks may also relieve stress in our jaw muscles, according to registered dietitian Samara Felesky-Hunt, writing for The Downtown Sports Clinics website. Salt cravings may also signal a deficit of calcium in your body....
    Women and Cravings
    Women experience frequent changes in hormonal levels throughout their reproductive years. Salt cravings may stem from the body's attempt to re-establish proper salt concentration in the body and compensate for water weight gain that occurs during menstruation, Felesky-Hunt writes. "



    Read more: http://www.livestrong.com/article/470146-why-do-i-crave-salt-crushed-ice/#ixzz1cfiZjXJD
  • Olive32214
    Olive32214 Posts: 467 Member
    Just checking in. Started 30 day shred today, feel ok will wait to feel aches
    in the morn. will start sit-ups tomorrow.
    Looking forward to seeing the chart.
    Good luck all.
  • meganepreston
    meganepreston Posts: 487 Member
    Today I was mindful of what I ate and why:

    Today I ate because I was hungry.
    I bought some clearance Halloween candy, but didn't eat any- stuck it right in the freezer for when I want some chocolate (not today). Also I had some french fries for the first time in a long while- I didn't crave them or anything, just had a free coupon that was going to expire in a couple days, and knew I could fit them in with my calories today. It was a nice change of pace from all the healthy food I've been having to indulge a little. The drawback today was that I had about 9 hours between my afternoon snack and dinner, where I was sooo hungry. I was not supposed to be gone for so long, so I didn't pack a snack. Luckily I was able to think about and plan dinner while I was away from home, then made it when I got home. I was actually able to make dinner before counting my calories and found that I was exactly 50 under my daily goal, which means I know my portion sizes perfectly, yay! I don't think I will stop measuring though... don't want to get into bad habits yet.

    I did not get enough water (5 glasses) and will be drinking the rest before bed.

    I'm letting my food digest for a while and then will do squats/situps.

    Goodnight all!
  • ziesergirl_66
    ziesergirl_66 Posts: 1,018 Member
    Today I was mindful of what I ate and why:

    Today I ate because I was hungry.
    I bought some clearance Halloween candy, but didn't eat any- stuck it right in the freezer for when I want some chocolate (not today). Also I had some french fries for the first time in a long while- I didn't crave them or anything, just had a free coupon that was going to expire in a couple days, and knew I could fit them in with my calories today. It was a nice change of pace from all the healthy food I've been having to indulge a little. The drawback today was that I had about 9 hours between my afternoon snack and dinner, where I was sooo hungry. I was not supposed to be gone for so long, so I didn't pack a snack. Luckily I was able to think about and plan dinner while I was away from home, then made it when I got home. I was actually able to make dinner before counting my calories and found that I was exactly 50 under my daily goal, which means I know my portion sizes perfectly, yay! I don't think I will stop measuring though... don't want to get into bad habits yet.

    I did not get enough water (5 glasses) and will be drinking the rest before bed.

    I'm letting my food digest for a while and then will do squats/situps.

    Goodnight all!

    good for you!! that's a victory! :bigsmile:
  • Frankeegee
    Frankeegee Posts: 21
    Today I was good except that I had 5 or 6 mini kitkats because I was tired and stressed. My kids woke up SIX times last night, I was up from 4 to 530 am and when I finally got back to sleep I had a nightmare that my baby died. My hubby was gone for sixteen hours because of work, our baby is teething and our toddler gets really cranky when his daddy is late. I still came in under my calorie goal, I'm ahead of schedule on my book, I've gotten half of my pushups done and I'm offew to do the rest and go back to read about the squat/sit up challenge.
  • artgalchitown
    artgalchitown Posts: 103 Member
    Good afternoon, everyone! I can see that some of us are struggling with cravings lately. Boo. You know, you don’t have to deprive yourself. Here’s how I deal with cravings and temptations:

    I like to think of my daily calorie allotment as if it were a monetary budget. So, when I’m having a craving or if I know I want to eat something a little “bad” for me, I first ask myself if I can afford it.
    Now, knowing if I can afford a particular indulgence also means that I have to keep up with my daily food log. I know- I’m lucky that I have oodles of time everyday to calculate, count, and log. I swear one of the biggest parts of my success has been recording everything I eat. So do it. Just find a way to write it down. Even if it’s simply a list of what you ate (not necessarily the calories), it can still help to determine if indulging is affordable.
    With that said, once I determine if it’s affordable I eat it! Sometimes though, there are things that I really want that I simply cannot afford unless I work, and this is the best motivator for working out- more food…YAY! If I want ice cream, or a piece of cake, or a handful of chips, I know I’ve got to work for it. Typically, I like to hold off during the day for a treat just to make sure that I have enough in the “bank” at the end of the day for one.
    Another way to help satisfy a craving is to set aside a few calories a day and then at the end of the week “spend” those on whatever your heart desires. This approach gives you something to look forward to at the end of the week. Personally, I like a little treat each day =)
    Hopefully, I’ve not said anything redundant and this gives others a fresh, positive outlook on calories, exercise and food. I find that a positive attitude is always best. My cup is always half full and filled with delicious Dr. Pepper! What’s yours filled with?

    This is fantastic advice - I had never considered looking at things from this perspective. It will help me avoid things like what happened last night, wherein I ate a bunch of things I didn't need after dinner, for no real reason. Not the best way to start off this week's challenge, but I guess I can only go up from here!
  • ziesergirl_66
    ziesergirl_66 Posts: 1,018 Member
    Checking in. Thank you Ziesergirl66 for the lasts weeks pushup challenge i managed to do 100 ever day and hope i can continue to do them with this week challenge of squats and situps. .and i will be trying the mindful eating as well as logging my food for sat / sun.

    you did awesome! give yourself a pat on the back!
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