Exercise was a quick walk with dogs this morning (in drizzle again - it has forgotten how to rain seriously). Desk work today so steps only 6500. Food was on plan and I had a plan - but didn't feel like what I had planned. Adapted to something smaller and cold
I was almost another pound down this morning. I don't really have a plan for tomorrow because the day has been messed up a bit - have to go to a different specialist tomorrow - don't think I need to but primary care doctor was adamant so I have taken two days off sick for appointments. Will need to find food somewhere in the middle of the day tomorrow - at least it solves the problem of work food!
I have asked at work that they have salads but many lunches are stand up lunches and salad doesn't work - need a fork and a plate as salad isn't finger food exactly. Anyway irrelevant now because I am on sick leave the next 2 days so problem solved!
Diet Coaches/Buddies – We didn't get the 11 inch dump of snow predicted for yesterday. We still had four inches that worked well with the new snow thrower. Exercise was chasing the snow thrower and shoveling the spaces that it doesn't reach. That and my standard two mile walk with DW for Sunday mornings, CREDIT moi.
Eating on plan, CREDIT moi, included only my evening snack (fresh pineapple), skipping the other two, incing my streak to 89. A temptation came from a massive display of fresh breads from a local favorite bakery, along with butter and jams, that were available as snacks at noon. The bread wasn't so tempting but the massive display was tempting. I'm drawn to the bountiful.
onebyone – Yay for Caesar for being too smart to be sucked into cellphone Apps. Kudos for planning your menu ahead of facing that huge buffet.
Joy (gardenerjoy) – Ouch for that fall on the ice - that stuff is treacherous. Super Kudos for doing your exercise instead of retiring to your couch for your Lady in Waiting to bring you tea.
CeeJay - Kudos for that part of your day on plan. And Kudos again for right-back-on-the-horse via "Trying again today."
Debbie (Lexxiss) – Nine hours working without a single bite is just amazing. Yep, Kudos for your work ethic.
Cheryl (seadwaters) – Ouch for more doctor's appointments - even though it solves your work lunch problem.
FutureFitChick – Kudos for the wisdom to be grateful that you're able to conquer your computer problems. [No report on the LED's in cold weather yet; DW just asked me to move the bulb from the dining room table, LOL.]
maryann - Inspired by your self-care thoughts, especially, "The blues will not rob me of this moment with him."
ladym0208 – Four hours is a lot of exercise - Kudos. And Kudos for enjoying Lake Kivu.
nationalparker – Yep, foraging for food is sign for me to get my head back in place. LOL at "I'm going to tame this wild mustang!"
Beth (bethFromDayton) – Too bad that it's not a work holiday for you today. Enjoyed reading your post that was being typed even while your lunch planning happened.
ForMyGirls - It's a good day when you "didn't even contemplate having a treat."
AZtricia - Yay for sore from working out.
Readers -
Quote:
day 12Practicing Hunger Tolerance
What to Do
To help you put the discomfort of hunger in perspective, reflect on past non-hunger-related experiences that were uncomfortable. Use My Discomfort Scale on the following page and fill in several points, with 0 representing a situation in which you experienced no discomfort and 10 representing a situation in which you had the most extreme discomfort you've ever experienced.
Judith S. Beck, Ph.D., The Beck Diet Solution (Pink book), pg 122.
About LEDs. We had a power cut last week. All electrical appliances and lights went out .... except the LED spotlights in the kitchen. They were bright enough to carry on fairly normally. That makes me think that, as we've been told, they use hardly any electricity at all and so we weren't experiencing a black-out but rather a brown-out. Interesting and impressive, I thought. And very economical.
I couldn't connect to internet earlier so a flyby before work....
3Ws (Weigh, Write a food plan, Write a post) streak: 14 Credit!
I had to amend my food plan yesterday. I had planned a spectacular fruit salad which was going to be MY dinner. I would cook something different for DH. DH tweaked his knee and couldn't come hang sheetrock at the project yesterday so I became his replacement. 7-1/2 hours of sheetrock needed more than fruit salad...really....so it was accompanied by smoked salmon/veggie/rice stir fry. Satisfying.
I've been more realistic with my dinner choice...I'll make a lentil soup which starts with a can of Amy'sOrganic. I'm on the countdown for the next rental. 10 days and alot of work inbetween. Fortunately, I've proved to myself that I can work like crazy/handle stress and stay OP-alaBeck.. credit.
First, a note of gratitude to all of you! You are wonderful!
Today, I overslept and missed my PT appointment. Not surprising given how much I have messed up my sleeping schedule lately. I set my alarm for tomorrow at a realistic (late time) and will again start to move it earlier every day. I hate getting going this late in the morning. I am trying to stay positive and not listen to the voice telling me that I've already wasted half the day and that there is no point in trying to do what I planned. Now, that is some all-or-nothing thinking for you.
I did not track my food yesterday but did this morning. My normal breakfast plan was impeded this morning by an uncooperative espresso maker. I will need to take it apart, I imagine. But, I didn't get side tracked too long when I realized it was not going to be a quick fix and put it aside so I can get working. So, I made a revised plan, but ended up eating more than I normally would. I have a big cooking session planned for tonight, but that will depend on whether I am able to get the writing done that I intend. I did track and did my full at home PT. I am taking advantage of my last 2 days with my fancy ice machine for my knee. I have to call tomorrow to get it picked up. I will be sad to see the convince drive away.
NationalParker, cats are funny, aren't they? I think by 4 years in I might have given up on trying to socialize her! Hope today was great for you and were on plan in eating.
AZTricia, great job in prepping veggies this week!
BethfromDayton, bummer about the recording streak being broken. Your margarita idea sounds fantastic in spite of that. I recently found that Da Vinci makes a sugar free margarita mix that isn't too bad, in case you are interested. You sound like a party maven. I am so impressed you work so far ahead.
LadyM0208, awesome job on all of that walking! Sounds fun!
ForMyGirls, yay for checking your plan before proceeding with the yogurt!
SeaDWaters, I hope all of your medical appointments went well and that you were able to get useful information from all of it.
BillBlueEyes, I laughed at your dining room table. My kitchen table currently houses all of our CFLs that need to go to the recycling center. Pineapple sounds delicious. I was excited to find it for $1.79 Saturday. Kudos for putting that display in its place. When we went to Japan, in most of the restaurant windows, they display versions of their offerings, which are all made of plastic. Some of them can be quite elaborate and expensive, like these http://fake-food.net. The concept of plastic food definitely impacted my temptations caused by display windows.
Silverbirch, glad to see you post! Very interesting note about the LEDs. How is the piano teaching going?
Lexxiss, great job on day 14! Ugh! Sheetrock installation is EXHAUSTING! I hope you weren't installing ceiling as well. You are awesome for sticking to your plan!
Yesterday's exercise was cleaning out a three car garage. A moment of silence for all the spiders that died ( at least one black widow) in the siege. Credit for two trips to the Goodwill and two trips to the dump. What remains is a clean and extremely sparse haven for DS to scooter in when the car is gone.
Food list preserved. Still a little too much sugar ( not on the banned list.) Plan for today is to clean the inside of the house.
Gardenerjoy: Thanks for the suggestion of the Artist's Way. Also on my list is the War of Art but the library does not have it. I will have to break down and buy it, I guess.
I got into a mood yesterday where I just couldn't stand it that I can’t eat everything I think of. So, I ate everything I thought of to prove that I could.
I came up with a better response this morning: I can eat everything I think of if I want to weigh 240 pounds and have all the problems associated with that including awkward movements and frequent pain. If I want to weigh under 170 pounds and have all the associated advantages, following my plan works best.
I didn’t want to weigh myself this morning. But I didn’t want to break my streak, so I weighed anyway. I have two competing theories about weighing after a bad day. Theory One is that it will be discouraging and cause more overeating. Theory Two is that it will be the fastest way to reign things in and get back with the program. I usually go with Theory One so it will be interesting to see how Theory Two plays out.
3Ws (Weigh, Write a food plan, Write a post) streak: 14 Credit!
WI: +1.1 kg, Exercise: +30 755/1400 minutes for February, Food: 50%op, Read my Advantages and Responses: yes
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Silverbirch, glad to see you post! Very interesting note about the LEDs. How is the piano teaching going?
Don't ask me about the piano! This morning I was unexpectedly catapulted into a low-key drama with the DB about piano and recorder exams. I do not want to be cast as the person who stands over him to practise. That is not my role in life. I refuse to make it high drama.
I'm not the piano teacher, by the way. I think that could be Eusebius.
Checking in this morning to report yesterday's progress:
ate no sugar
planned meals and ate planned meals
went for a short walk
read advantage and response cards
weighed myself
That's one day under my belt. Hoping- no that should be planning- for an onplan day today.
Hope everyone in Canada who has a Family Day holiday today is enjoying the day. I was sure happy to not be at work today.
Lost another pound . I am a bit concerned about how hard it will be to keep loosing then maintain. I know not many are successful at loosing 100 lbs and keeping it off...but I'm not giving up and so far it is relatively easy with Beck principles.
DH helped me look at puppy's paws and he is fine with me cleaning up 3 of them, but his front left is WOW sensitive...so I think it will be another vet trip. Between his pads the others were very matted and dirty so it is likely he has either a thorn or yeast infection to be so sensitive. Groomer must have tried that one first to get such a bad reaction.
I'm still sore a bit from Saturday's workout, but really need to do it again to work my shoulder... My range of motion is still much better
My guys have been begging for me to try a new recipe "Lemon Brownies" and I gave in and baked today. DH actually stopped at a farmer's market to buy the lemons when I said I had none. It will be a trial for my resistance muscle as I adore lemon. I planed for a small piece in my calories today (the baking scent!), but I have not had any sugary treats since Christmas so I hope it won't be a trigger after that serving. (It was delicious!)
Now to catch up on back posts, which I have been reading...just not able to take time to respond!
bethFromDayton Oh my on sloppy joes for 130! That is a big party. Hope your kickboxing and plan will help you get back on track from the weekend.
BillBlueEyes It is fun reading your snow thrower exercise, and even more fun not having to do it myself. Dancing for Valentine's Day sounds fun, and tulips beautiful. Roses make me sneeze, so DH is nice and doesn't buy me any You are doing great with your streak, almost 3 full months now! Kudos for moderate dinner party eating!
CeeJay Great job choosing to start back with what works! Looking forward to seeing you daily. Great job making a plan for your day.
ForMyGirls I've never tried curry as the spice just smells funny to me. Kudos for recognizing that tired is from missing bedtime. Kudos for checking your plan about snack!
FutureFitChick Congrats on your progress with your PT. Were you able to find groomers who are patient with your pups or do you always groom them yourself? Hurray for veggies! DH & I cut a tray full last night, we will see how long that lasts! Hope you are able to find a vacation place that works with your knee. Alaska sounds like fun, my mom/sis enjoyed their cruise there. As far as rockets, the good thing about the launch site is LOTS of clear ground for recovery and many helpful eyes to track it down. Bummer about the espresso
gardenerjoy Hope you enjoyed your valentine's chocolate I actually plan in a piece of 72% pretty much every day after lunch. Yikes for an icy drive, hope yours melted in the warmer temps. Is your wrist feeling better? Love your new response card! We do have choices, and also consequences!
ladym0208 Welcome back. Sounds like you have a reasonable plan for your situation. Great job using your ARCs. So lovely to be able to walk by a lake. I miss water (and green!) here in the desert.
Lexxiss/Debbie It is good that your streak is making you more mindful of your whole picture of healthy living. Hope you are back on track after helping DD. Hurray for spontaneous exercise. Glad to hear you've found a renter and had good news about the repairs. Hurray for 14! Kudos for good stress handling.
littlefatman/Danielle Are you doing OK with your ARC's? That is the hardest part for me!
maryann How were the Valentine BLT's? Do you have one too, and if not...how do you resist the smell??? Have you tried time in the sunshine for "blue"? That always helps me mid winter. Also your diet change could be a trigger as your body misses things it is accustomed to...it was like that for me on Adkins sad and cranky. Kudos for the clear garage!
nationalparker LOL about 5 months with only one donut! Great job on the healthy changes in your life. Ouch for you and your family, so sorry to hear the bad news about your father's cancer. I have clippers and ended up doing a bit of trimming on Teddy and he was fine for me. I'm hoping I can figure out the paw problem, though. It would be nice to have the option of not doing it all myself. It works better for me if I let someone else "ruin" his day! When we travel stuff ends up on every level surface! Were your decluttering efforts successful? I love spicy sweet potatoes!
onebyone Happy apps Hope you feel better and your buffet went well.
Rosebud170 Hello, welcome back, we'd love to have your rain if you can figure how to send it! Kudos for planning and precision on your portions.
seadwaters/Cheryl Update on the fermented dill pickles I ordered: Yum! They have some kind of spice/kick in addition to the dill and were great. Hurray for your weight loss and new ticker numbers. A "rocket launch" is when a bunch of amateur rocketry hobbyists get together to blast off their rockets. The rockets are anywhere from a couple inches high to well over 6 feet, some travel thousands of feet in the air. My guys design and build their own and this is an opportunity to launch them in a wide open area where recovery is easy (they don't often come down near where you launch them as the wind carries the parachutes quite a ways.) Hope your doctors appointments go well and bring good news!
silverbirch Interesting note about the LEDs. Do you know anyplace that sells them for a reasonable price? They always seem $$$$ here.
Gardenerjoy - i am loving the picture in my head of a post it note timeline just for the fun of it!
1600s England, right now, mostly the scientific bits surrounding Isaac Newton and the Royal Society. But, I'm also quite pleased with myself, at the moment, that I've figured out the succession of the Stuart monarchs. They don't teach us that in the States!
Discovered how to put my advantage and response cards on my phone and then set up my calendar to remind me to read them twice daily. Pretty neat stuff.
My buffet experience last night had one wiggle--there was no chicken. So I took a small square of veggie pizza plus I thought twice about how much pasta to have giving some to DH instead. I had no seconds. I had no sugar. Credit for the buffet choices.
I haven't exercised yet but I will start back on that tomorrow. I'm feeling like I have way more tools to succeed. I am fully ready to commit myself to my program and to keep trying to reach my goals and to just simply allow the negative thoughts to pass on by and to not accept them as truth of anything.
Credit for programs that allow fresh starts.
Credit Dr.Beck.
Hello coaches,
Today was OP w exercise (an hr of my beloved zumba and then 30 min of Triometrics from p90x3). Maryann asked about what kind of exercise is in p90x3 and the answer is LOTS of types. It is different everyday...there are 12 workouts altogether including yoga, Pilates, agility (running and hopping and lunging, etc), a cardio routine where you hold a dumbbell the whole time, several include push-ups and pull-ups and lunges and squats and lots of crazy things. I am so thankful that nobody can see me do these things since I look nothing like how they do it in the DVD. They have a modifier leader and I sometimes even have to modify even more than that. I am feeling stronger and my upper body is taking a better shape since I have started this.
Today I felt tired and headachy which was not fun. It scares me to have a tired/I don't want to get up and get more done today kind of day but reminded myself that this is temporary and it does not mean I will all of a sudden go back to being more sedentary. I am a teacher and, when I have a break, my body sometimes just feels shut down for a day.....i have gone up and down with my weight in the past so I fight thinking that it is all or nothing...
Several of you sound like you are counting days of being snack free. I assume that you plan some snacks and are talking about unplanned snacks? Very impressive!
I found that I can now fit into some footie pajamas sold at Target so I bought some! Off to out them on and get cozy before a tv show my dd and I watch together....early to bed so I can get up and get some stuff done around here! We have the whole week off from school! Enjoy Tuesday everyone!
I need to give myself credit for something--I weighed this morning. I posted tonight. I made an OP breakfast and lunch choice.
But it's not been an OP day--kickboxing class got cancelled because of the icy weather and I didn't replace it with anything. I had 6 cookies for desert after eating too much dinner.
Fortunately the cookies are now gone--they can't tempt me if they aren't here, but eating them all isn't the best way to rid myself of temptation.
And I'm feeling unmotivated--as in, what if I just stay here right around 180 lbs for now/forever? I've realized the advantages on my ARC. That doesn't mean I can stop--but it would mean I don't have to be strict with myself. I wouldn't get to my goals, though--but I'm not feeling it right now.
Hi everyone! It's been a pretty good couple of days for me. I'm still slowly working through the days of Becks book. I came up against day 7 I think which tells me to throw out or hide all my junk food... I couldn't bring myself to throw it out and justified that to myself by saying that my chosen diet is about calorie counting, so treats aren't forbidden... Hmm we will see. They are out of sight though, as they are ice cream treats!
Yesterday I received a pretty nasty email from an ex of mine, after not having spoken in 6 months, and it was all quite hurtful. I spoke with my friends about it, and decided to go over to their house and have some ciders (I stopped at 2, credit!) and a whinge. I passed up making myself feel better with food, which I'm giving myself credit for, I also read my ARCs while I was there, which I also give myself credit for, and I was conscious of how I was dealing with the unpleasant emotions rather than just trying to plug up the flow of them with food. Credit for me, yay!
Today I am 3.3kgs down on the scale from where I started. Some of that is probably from the couple of ciders, but also because I've been doing well and being mindful of my eating It's quite a big loss as I have a lot to lose so I am trying to remind myself that if I don't see big losses on the scale every time it's all working towards the over all goal. Still, it's a nice little start out bonus
ForMyGirls: Well done on meeting another mini goal! That's exciting
Maryann: Hope you start feeling better soon, and well done for being honest about it here. It can be hard to be honest about feeling down. Hugs
FutureFitChick: I haven't seen that show yet (comedians in cars with coffee). That sounds like a good idea to actually keep my ARCs on my phone, rather that in hard copy. I might see if there's an app that shuffles them around a bit for you. Being so overweight I have so many advantages - it's a very long list!
CeeJay: Well done for getting back on that horse!
ladym0208: Cool that you live in Rwanda! Is there much nice food there to overindulge in?
Monday - President's Day in the U.S.
. I am a bit concerned about how hard it will be to keep loosing then maintain. I know not many are successful at loosing 100 lbs and keeping it off...but I'm not giving up and so far it is relatively easy with Beck principles.
You are doing great with your streak, almost 3 full months now! Kudos for moderate dinner party eating!
