Bumblebee, just a thought... I've noticed that when you're on target with your calorie intake, your food choices are all pretty perfect. No treats, nothing off plan. Do you think that incorporating a few low cal treats here and there could help to curb the urge to binge? I've never been a binger and so have no idea the struggles that entails, and I know you've been at this a long time and know what works well for you. But for me, I find that it's easier to resist both the sweet and salty stuff that I know I can't really have (the birthday cake, etc.) because I regularly allow myself really yummy stuff that I like that's not nearly as bad calorie-wise. For instance, I could just have regular coffee in the morning, but I love my skinny caramel macchiattos and look forward to them. The lentil chips I bought satisfy the desire for something salty and crispy so that I don't break down and eat cheetos. And I probably eat my skinny cow desserts way too often. I'm aware that the nutritionist I'm seeing next week will probably tell me that these kinds of processed foods are things I should work to cut out of my diet, and I know that they're not healthy just because they are low in calories/fat. But if they keep me on plan the rest of the time, I think they're really worth it for me.
Like I said - I know you know yourself best, and what works for me might not work for someone else (heck, it might not even still work for me in another 3 months). But I figured I'd share the idea with you anyway.
Sunday, March 6
190 10 5 Larabar
60 0 6 Fiberful mixed berry bar
254 7.7 9 White wheat sandwich thin with turkey (3 oz.), spinach, tomato, white bean hummus and red pepper spread
200 8 0 Two chicken wings with light blue cheese dressing
160 2 3 Skinny cow ice cream sandwich
100 1.5 9 Chocolate vita muffin
120 0 0 Fage mango guanabana yogurt
110 3 3 Baked lentil chips
1194 32.2 35 24.27%
Exercise: abs, upper body, and 40 minutes on the treadmill
chick: I actually think its great to allow yourself a treat daily on your diet as long as you are within your calorie range. I am not afraid to allow myself anything usually..but my last binge was nothing but junk so I am a little afraid to go near that stuff right now, its not a permanent solution just until I have more control over this. I have two birthday parties to go to Sunday 3/13 and Tuesday 3/15 so I figured I may as well do my best now since those two days will not be so easy.
I'm glad that works for you, since this is all about making it a life-style no one can resist their cravings for the rest of their life, moderation is the key.
3/7 Monday:
B- mini ww bagel w/ PB + milk: 272
S- wasa cracker w/ PB + applesauce: 75
L- salmon salad wrap w/ lite sour cream + banana: 410
S- tropical fruit: 70
D- pinto beans over brown rice + mixed veggies; 280
S- apple w/ cinnamon: 105
Total = 1212
Last edited by Bumblebee224; 03-07-2011 at 08:11 PM.
Hey P H A T! I don't post on this thread (sorry I'm lurking guys!) but another accountability thread on this site and it makes a WORLD of difference. It actually curbs the side snacking, which I used to be terribly guilty of as well. If you remember "oh I have to post this for all the world to see tomorrow..." you may be more likely to grab an apple instead of a handful of chips
Nice job fellow cal counters- keep up the good work!
okay, well let's try it out & see how it goes .. here's my plan for today .. I always try to leave myself 100-150 calories to "play with" for later in the day if I want to nibble on some wheat thins or some almonds ..
Hi! I have been lurking, so I thought I would post I apologize in advance...I run a lot, so I eat a lot! The plan for today:
B: Granola bar, coffee w/ creamer - 200
S: Banana - 100
L: Bagel, apple, 3/4 cup cottage cheese - 450
S: Popcorn - 100
D: Pasta with cottage cheese, broccoli, parmesan cheese - 800
S: ?? Something that is around 100 calories if I am still hungry
Urgh my calories of late have been so unhealthy, on plan but really bad, todays was not that bad and looking at my food that's really saying something. I think for lent I am going to try and get 5-a-day every single day. This will be tough.
On a more positive note I have been exercising so much recently, love it! I'm going to try and remember to list it.
today 1188/1230 45 minutes of brisk walking
Light rich tea buscuit 36
2x bread buns 188
1/2 can beans 103
125g eat good egg mayo 163
2g dark chocolate (I weighed a square nibbled a bite then decided I didn't want then re-weighed it) 10
4xbuscuits and coffee 144
210g sweet potatoes 183
118g new potatoes 82
100g sugar snap peas 34
150g ham 210
25g carte d'or light vanilla ice crean 35
Last edited by supergir111; 03-09-2011 at 04:17 PM.
PHAT - great job sticking to your plan today! I wish I could get my husband on the "no candy" train...
supergirl - I've been the same way this week: within my calories, but not "eating well". I need to correct that ASAP.
Trail Runner - If I were burning a ton of calories exercising, I'd be eating more too!
Didn't eat enough yesterday due to feeling crummy with cramps, and more processed food tonight for dinner because I just wasn't feeling up to cooking after a doctor's appointment + full day at work + an hour at the gym + cramps + too little sleep. And I haven't made lunch yet for tomorrow. Sigh.
Tuesday, March 8
140 1 0 Grande Skinny Caramel Macchiatto
105 0.4 3.1 Banana
90 2 5 Fiber One bar
120 0 0 Fage mango guanabana yogurt
210 3 13 Chicken tortilla soup with Vitalicious corn muffin
251 8 2.3 Olive oil-fried potatoes with zucchini and eggplant melange
916 14.4 23.4 14.15%
Wednesday, March 9
140 1 0 Grande Skinny Caramel Macchiatto
105 0.4 3.1 Banana
90 2 5 Fiber One bar
251 8 2.3 Olive oil-fried potatoes with zucchini and eggplant melange
48 0.6 6 Raspberries
75 6.5 1.5 Cocoa roast almonds (1/2 oz.)
290 6 5 Healthy choice fresh mixer
160 2 3 Skinny cow ice cream sandwich
1159 26.5 25.9 20.58%
Exercise: strength training (abs, upper body, lower body) plus a bit of cardio
Last edited by chickadee32; 03-10-2011 at 02:29 AM.
I'm aware that the nutritionist I'm seeing next week will probably tell me that these kinds of processed foods are things I should work to cut out of my diet, and I know that they're not healthy just because they are low in calories/fat. But if they keep me on plan the rest of the time, I think they're really worth it for me.
