Ended the day at 1525 calories, higher than I planned. Took my vitamins. Very pleased with my exercise, though - did the stairs at work for 15-20 minutes, then did 45 minutes on the treadmill, including running 1.5 miles at a 6.0mph pace. By the end of March I want to be able to run 3 miles at that pace, and to do a 5K in under 30 minutes this year. My PR is 33:30, so this would be big for me.
andrew, my plan is to take my daily calorie goal, say 1300, and then make that my average intake every day, with every other day being very low(800 or so) and the other being more like 1800. Some people will look at a whole week at a time and plan high and low days, just making sure the average works out to their daily goal. So far I've been struggling because I did not shop well - to get through the low days I need a lot of low calorie things that will fill me up. Some people like it because you have a high day to look forward to, others feel it thorws them off track because they're hungrier after the high calorie day. Worth a shot, though.
andrew, my plan is to take my daily calorie goal, say 1300, and then make that my average intake every day, with every other day being very low(800 or so) and the other being more like 1800. Some people will look at a whole week at a time and plan high and low days, just making sure the average works out to their daily goal. So far I've been struggling because I did not shop well - to get through the low days I need a lot of low calorie things that will fill me up. Some people like it because you have a high day to look forward to, others feel it throws them off track because they're hungrier after the high calorie day. Worth a shot, though.
That's an interesting approach. I've read about 1 up and 3 down, 3 up and 3 down, but not 1 up, 1 down. I'll be interested in seeing how it works out for you. I don't think I could manage that low on low days, even adjusted for my weight. I'd have to adjust what I eat a LOT. Have you tried it before? Sounds like lots of carrots, celery, spinach to me.
I'm thinking of trying 1 up, 6 down. Basically, one day at maintenance a week. Since I take 1 day off of exercise per week, that's only about 500 calories more on that day. I'm still losing pretty well so won't mess with anything anytime soon though. Once I get closer to my goal, I'm probably going to have to pull out all the stops to get that last 10 lbs off.
I just got back from my first good walk in a long while. I meant to start yesterday, but let the day get away from me. So today, I did it first thing. In the mornings, the dog and I take the kid to school and the man to work, and then I come home with every intention of getting right to work, but it normally takes me a while to settle into it (easily distracted people like me should not work from home). So, today, after I dropped the boys off, I got out of the car with the dog and took him for a long walk. I was prepared with my headphones, with my best wake-up-and-rock-out music queued up, so I didn't have to go in the house first. Dog was so happy.
Yesterday, I overshot my calorie goal by between 100-200 calories, but that still left me with a deficit. I made black beans and rice for dinner, and used Trader Joe's new Fast Cooking brown rice. Let me tell you something: fast cooking brown rice is too good to be true. It tasted like pond water -- a horrible taste that managed to overwhelm even the garlicky, oniony, peppery beans.
So, guys, I was wondering if anyone's interested in a daily accountability "check in". Maybe something like:
What did I accomplish yesterday?
What was a challenge yesterday, and how did I/will I handle that challenge?
What is my goal for today or tomorrow?
What do you think? It occurred to me last night, because I wasn't sure how to use this thread, exactly. And I was worried that I might just wander away from this challenge and quit checking in if I couldn't think of anything to say or a reason to drop in regularly.
What did I accomplish yesterday?
Yesterday I took an evening walk for 1 hour.
What was a challenge yesterday, and how did I/will I handle that challenge?
Challenge yesterday way giving the kids leftover cake (without eating it myself) ... / threw away what was left so I would not be tempted today.
What is my goal for today or tomorrow?
Walking is still so new for me, my daily goal is to make sure that I get my walk in.
annabetterlife, I threw cake away today too! Though that wasn't much of a challenge for me, because I don't have a sweet tooth. Throwing away a pan of mac 'n' cheese on the other hand... ouch.
My accomplishment today was walking in the morning and 1/2 hour on the elliptical in the evening. I stayed within my calorie range; tracked everything I ate. I feel really good about this, and happy that I'm in a groove. I haven't done a bit of exercise in a year. But I am very afraid that I will lose this momentum.
My challenge is focusing on work. I find that focusing on my diet makes me a little hyper and scattered and it's very difficult for me to string two thoughts together. It's almost like dieting is a job -- it's so consuming: planning, tracking, weighing, measuring, eating, exercising, learning... I did not handle this challenge very well today.
But, tomorrow, I'm going start dealing with it by first getting serious about meditation and by setting mini work goals. This might sound very weak, but if I can put together 15 straight minutes of undistracted work, I'll call it a success. No checking my email or headlines or IM or cleaning the kitchen or just getting a cup of tea first...
My goal for tomorrow is to walk, meditate, begin re-training myself to work without treating my body like a dumpster.
What did I accomplish yesterday? Calories were 1335, did 19 minutes on the stairs at work, took 1 hour body sculpting class
What was a challenge yesterday, and how did I/will I handle that challenge? Forgot to take my vitamins - need to eat them with lunch so I don't forget. Still eating too much sugar amd processed food as treats. Abs in class are very difficult for me - need to be working on them at least 3X/week
What is my goal for today or tomorrow?
Keep calories 1500 or below, run on the treadmill for 4 miles
Yesterday: Stayed on my eating plan, got my run in.
Challenges: Still trying to eat on time though my body is now starting to remind me. I work 2 jobs temporarily while one trains a replacement. I had a conference call with the second as soon as I got off from the first and it set me back an hour in my schedule. I ended up having to run when it was time to eat. I didn't want to run after eating.
Today: Stay on plan. Eat when I'm supposed to, Upper Body this evening.
First off...I've been meaning to tell you all my name...it is Kim. Well what I've accomplished is I've been on my treadmill every day since I bought it last Friday, so six days straight and I lifted some light weights 3 x a week and ate 1300 calories. Got on the scale today and I lost 2 lbs! It's a small start, but it's a start. Honestly, I didn't figure I would lose any yet, because a couple of days I went over the 1300 calorie limit...although not by much, but still I did. Only I still lost 2 lbs. Now if I can keep that up...I just want to lose 1 to 1 1/2 pds a week until I reach my goal which is 140 and if less then great, but I'm shooting for 140. I think I put on the board somewhere I weighed 185, but I actually started out weighing 180 not 185.
What did I accomplish today? Calories were 1445, 21 minutes on the stairs, ran 4 miles on the treadmill from 5-5.7mph
What was a challenge today, and how did I/will I handle that challenge? Forgot to take my vitamins -realized I actually did take them the day before. Need more fruit and veggies - have to shop smarter this weekend.
What is my goal for tomorrow?
I am eating lunch out with my boss, so will allow myself an indulgence but try to keep the rest of the day light. No exercise other than the stairs - taking a rest day. Bringing dinner in for my family, but not planning to eat it myself.
Kim, 2 lbs. is fantastic - congratulations!!
andrew, you're doing so well. Saw your note on the other thread about your running a 5K in under 20 minutes - sounds like you're a natural runner. I bet a lot of that comes back as your weight drops.
Today's accomplishment: Walked, meditated, stayed in my calorie range (just little under), micro-burst working was successful, so I'm going to keep up with that. Also, 2 lbs down this morning!
Challenge: I did not get on my elliptical. I kept putting it off, I think because it's in the basement and it's cold down there.
Tomorrow's goal: To try out my wii Zumba and to plan meals ahead for the weekend, which will be difficult with my son and bf home.
If anyone has a Trader Joe's nearby, you might enjoy what I threw together this evening: I mixed a can of TJ's black beans (rinsed) with a container of their fresh mango salsa. I had that with their Apple Chicken Chardonnay sausage, sliced and seared. It was fast and delicious.
Yesterday: I learned a lot about the "myth" of starvation mode. I also learned that I wasn't counting everything. I was not counting my after workout recovery drink and it's 220 calories. Ugh. I still ate good 2076 calories, did upper body.
Challenges: Doing my own research. I no longer will trust people that have something to gain from my loss.
Today, I got my run in already and I will continue to eat clean. I'm going to the beach so I won't be posting for a couple of days. My challenges for the weekend will be to stay the course and ensure that I don't stray. I am planning for a reward meal on Saturday night. First one since I've started.
Nat, I don't know, I'm more of an athlete than I am a runner I think. I'm too big to be a natural at it, I think. I can run hard for short distances, but the longer they are the harder they are for me. Once I get some of this blasted weight off, we'll see.
ilsita That sounds delightful! I don't know if there is a TJ's around here though.
I'm new to 3FC. I'd love to join the Valentine's Day Challenge!!
Goals:
1) Writing down what I eat, even if I know better
2) -10lbs
3) 60 min. cardio...6 days a week
4) 30 min. weights 4 days a week
5) remember not to do it ALL next week
BTW, I am still trying to figure out how to put the ticker on my profile If you know how I'd love to know.
I'm so glad you started it this year Natamars...I AM IN!!!!! I have really let myself go with all the personal stuff going on with my life. I need to drop ten lbs. I started Atkins today and I hope to have six lbs off by Valentines day!!!
What did I accomplish today? Not much....so far stuck to Atkins ...and worked out. Accomplishment tomorrow? Stick to my low carb diet and drink lots of water....
Hi! I want to lose fifty pounds before Valentines Day. Five or ten will be okay, I guess. I will do intervals on my elliptical on an empty stomach for 7 to 15 minutes. I will eat more protein and less carbs. Ditch the Coke. I will imagine myself thin and pray for it.
Heck, I sound like a low acheiver compared to the other goals, but I have odd health issues.
I am happy to support others in this fat battle. Good luck to all!!
If you know how I'd love to know.
challenged but late
