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Post by murphy1288 on Sept 14, 2024 11:37:36 GMT
Welcome to Alcohol Free is What We Want To Be!We are glad you are here with us! If you have been struggling with your weight and have found this board you undoubtedly have your own unique, complicated relationship with alcohol and food. Laying out the problem honestly can give you the extra push you need to succeed in getting it under control. A few questions for you to think about...do you wake up at 3 AM wondering what did you do? Do you sometimes have no recall of the evening before or do you try to recover your memory of the evening before you even get out of bed? Is your spouse angry with you...or do you simply think that A is taking over too much of your life, affecting your weight loss? These are hard questions but know that you will find understanding, love, encouragement and support on this thread. We are each in a different stage of this journey but you will find others have shared your experiences. There is no judgment, just an acknowledgement that we have been there, done that. This board of great people will support you in your journey.
Some of us have been here for several years, others are new, but all are welcome and if you have visited before but didn't stay, there is still and always a place for you. Don't get overwhelmed, take your time, if something strikes you, respond. We are great at giving advice, whether you want it or not....you will get tough love, if necessary, but you will also find help. We practice positive self-talk and support, we encourage and gently hold each other accountable. We each have stories to tell, share and suggestions to help. We post different challenges during the year. Please join us if you think this is the group for you. You will be glad you did.
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Post by murphy1288 on Sept 14, 2024 11:37:57 GMT
HOCUS POCUS, WE NEED TO FOCUS!
September 3 - October 31
The focus of this challenge is to become a healthier, happier, Boo-ti-ful person for Halloween and it won’t be a costume.
As always we are working towards/maintaining being AF! We need to take a look at what is our witching hour and how do we prevent it. What can you replace your brew with? One suggestion is make a list of treats that you will be able to have if you don’t give into the brew. Give yourself a face mask (facial) or maybe make mummy jalapeño poppers.
For this challenge to work you have to commit and take it seriously in spite of the puns. Respect the importance of the challenge. RESPECT YOURSELF by focusing on your health and taking care of yourself.
This isn't easy, no one said it would be. Are you in an emotional war when it comes to alcohol? Declare a moratorium and determine that it isn't helping you, in fact it may be causing you problems. Can you decide to be alcohol free for the challenge? Can you determine your detours, not necessarily to take them but to plan so it isn't a free fall into AIE? Don't give yourself an excuse that oh my day has been a fright so I will have a drink or I'm bored so I will drink to get through the evening. During the challenge the primary goal is to abstain from alcohol. We understand there may be special occasions for which you may plan for an AIM detour. However please remember if AIM becomes a relapse....we still want you back! Don't berate yourself. Come back to the board, 'fess up and get back on track. We are here to be supportive of each other in reaching our goals.
So what are you going to be for Halloween and beyond? A much healthier, happier person sounds great! RIP alcohol and junk food. AND you will be going into the final two months of the year in great shape!
Have a healthy, happy Halloween!
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Post by murphy1288 on Sept 14, 2024 11:38:22 GMT
THE EIGHT GOOD HEALTH GUIDELINES
1. Eat at least five servings of vegetables and fruits each day.
2. Choose whole-grain foods, such as brown rice and oats, whenever possible.
3. Include two servings of milk products – low fat (1%) or fat-free – each day.
4. Have some healthy oil (olive oil, canola, sunflower, safflower or flaxseed each day.
5. Ensure that you are getting enough protein by choosing at least a serving or two of meat, poultry, fish, eggs or dried beans each day. Many dairy products are also good sources of protein.
6. Limit added sugar and alcohol.
7. Drink at least 6 8-ounce glasses of water a day.
8. Take a multiple vitamin-mineral supplement each day.
NUTRITION ACCOUNTABILITY
Drink more water:
One or more fruit daily:
One or more vegetable daily:
Dairy:
Healthy Oils:
AF:
AIM:
ANIM:
Exercise goal:
HABIT ACCOUNTABILITY
Journal:
Move Accountability:
Sleep Accountability:
Nutrition Accountability:
Happiness Accountability:
Habit Accountability:
Check in Daily Accountability:
Time Management Accountability:
What did you do for yourself today?
Please post a NSV (non-scale victory), LSP (little sign of progress), PA (positive affirmation) or motivational quote
Start weight September 3:
September 10:
September 17:
September24:
October 1:
October 8:
October 15:
October 22:
October 28
Happy Halloween! Final weigh in:
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Post by murphy1288 on Sept 14, 2024 11:43:27 GMT
THE EIGHT GOOD HEALTH GUIDELINES
1. Eat at least five servings of vegetables and fruits each day.
2. Choose whole-grain foods, such as brown rice and oats, whenever possible.
3. Include two servings of milk products – low fat (1%) or fat-free – each day.
4. Have some healthy oil (olive oil, canola, sunflower, safflower or flaxseed each day.
5. Ensure that you are getting enough protein by choosing at least a serving or two of meat, poultry, fish, eggs or dried beans each day. Many dairy products are also good sources of protein.
6. Limit added sugar and alcohol.
7. Drink at least 6 8-ounce glasses of water a day.
8. Take a multiple vitamin-mineral supplement each day.
NUTRITION ACCOUNTABILITY
Drink more water: Needs improvement!
One or more fruit daily: No
One or more vegetable daily: Nope
Dairy: Yep
Healthy Oils:
AF: 49
AIM:
ANIM:
Exercise goal: Did my stepper and resistance bands. Went to the gym.
HABIT ACCOUNTABILITY
Journal: Yes
Move Accountability: Did the stepper and resistance bands.
Sleep Accountability: Good last night
Nutrition Accountability:
Happiness Accountability: Very happy!
Habit Accountability: Getting back in my routine
Check in Daily Accountability: I'm here!
Time Management Accountability:
What did you do for yourself today?
Please post a NSV (non-scale victory), LSP (little sign of progress), PA (positive affirmation) or motivational quote
Start weight September 3: 165.8
September 10: 165
September 17:
September24:
October 1:
October 8:
October 15:
October 22:
October 28
Happy Halloween! Final weigh in:
Good morning all! I slept well last night and I've done my devotions, my exercises and had my shower. Not much planned for the day. I will pick up a few groceries to last me the rest of the month. I also need to dig through my drawers and find what socks I have for the winter and decide if I need to order some. I hate feeling like I need a pair of socks and then not being able to find any! LOL. It's supposed to be warm today but I'm thinking I will make a small pot of potato soup. Have a great start to your day!
Murphy
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Post by amyj on Sept 14, 2024 16:28:53 GMT
THE EIGHT GOOD HEALTH GUIDELINES
1. Eat at least five servings of vegetables and fruits each day.
2. Choose whole-grain foods, such as brown rice and oats, whenever possible.
3. Include two servings of milk products – low fat (1%) or fat-free – each day.
4. Have some healthy oil (olive oil, canola, sunflower, safflower or flaxseed each day.
5. Ensure that you are getting enough protein by choosing at least a serving or two of meat, poultry, fish, eggs or dried beans each day. Many dairy products are also good sources of protein.
6. Limit added sugar and alcohol.
7. Drink at least 6 8-ounce glasses of water a day.
8. Take a multiple vitamin-mineral supplement each day.
NUTRITION ACCOUNTABILITY
Drink more water: 75/75 oz goal
One or more fruit daily: Y
One or more vegetable daily: Y
Dairy: Y
Healthy Oils: Y
AF: (mostly alcohol free since August 16, 2006): 6603
AIM: 0
ANIM: 1 (021221)
Fitbit Goal/burned: 2170/1895
HABIT ACCOUNTABILITY
Journal: Y
Move Accountability: 4, 12,600+ steps, 250 steps 8/8 hours, walked at Logan Farm park, Ingles, laps in the basement, counter PU, wall stretches
Sleep Accountability: 2, up late with the kids, 6 hours, Fitbit score 83, stress management 91
Nutrition Accountability: 3, egg wrap, protein bar, protein shake, yogurt, fruit, hummus and chips, chicken enchilada, chile rellenos casserole, rice, Caesar salad, Twinkie, peaches and ice cream
MacrosFirst: Protein: 122/137 (26%), Carbs: 193!/100 (42%), Fiber: 35gm, Net Carbs: 158 Fat: 66/45 (32%), Calories: 1790/1353, 437 over, lots of carbs
Happiness Accountability: 3, enjoyed family time, played Winky Dink, watched Seth Myers special and debate, stitched, read before bed
Habit Accountability: 3, more water than Diet Coke
Check in Daily Accountability: 3, I'm here!
Time Management Accountability: 3, walked, shopped, stitched, couch time
What did you do for yourself today? reading, time outside, stitched
Please post a NSV (non-scale victory), LSP (little sign of progress), PA (positive affirmation) or motivational quote: “The only thing standing in the way between you and your goal is the BS story you keep telling yourself as to why you can’t achieve it.” ―Jordan Belfort
Start weight September 3: 154.6
September 10: 154.4
September 17:
September 24:
October 1:
October 8:
October 15:
October 22:
October 28
Happy Halloween! Final weigh in:
2024 Goals:
11,000 steps each day: 242/263
At least 7 hours sleep: 121/263
Lift weights twice/week: Wk 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13:only once, 14, 15, 16, 17:only once, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36
Starting weight: 179.8
Get to the 160's: March 10, 2024
150s: June 24, 2024
140s:
DH & I went to Logan Farm park to walk, sadly they had cancelled the farmers market. We shopped for groceries afterwards. When we got back I picked green beans and some cherry tomatoes, had lunch and some couch time. We had chicken enchiladas, chile rellenos casserole, rice, and salad for dinner. I cut up some peaches and strawberries to have with Twinkies and homemade vanilla ice cream. After dinner we played Winky Dink, watched Seth Myers and the debate. I stayed up late with the kids and had a little trouble falling asleep, but then slept well.
DH, Cory, and I walked the nature trail this morning. It's gloomy out but it seems like the rain is going to stay west and south of us. We had bacon, scrambled eggs, fresh fruit, and cranberry orange muffins for breakfast. A nap is sounding good.
Jan- WTG steps, PU, stretches, blue dot, AF, taking a cooler with healthy snacks. Hope you get some time to regroup, have a great time. The Fairlife was $31.49 for a case of 18, looks like it's the same cost/bottle at Sam's.
Murphy- Thanks for getting us started. Yay for a quiet day yesterday after the gym and hair trim. Glad you slept well. I have so many socks and probably should get rid of some.
Cindy- Glad the injection seems to be helping, hope the brace does too. I think we may have missed out on the DirectTV rebate, now that it's back.
Cathy- WTG OP/AF, sleeping well, planning healthy meals. Have a good day!
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Post by amyj on Sept 14, 2024 16:30:52 GMT
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Post by amyj on Sept 14, 2024 16:31:22 GMT
M-W Word of the Day
succor
noun | SUCK-er
What It Means
Succor is a literary term meaning "something that you do or give to help someone who is suffering or in a difficult situation."
// We see it as our duty to give succor to those in need.
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Post by cindy on Sept 15, 2024 3:04:32 GMT
Hi All!
Murphy, thanks for getting us started. Potato soup sounds delicious. I'm planning on adding more soups to my rotation of meals. I need to clean out my sock drawer. Some I just never wear. I bought DS two new pairs of low cut socks and though not in the description, there was a gel pad in the back so it cushioned against his low cut Converse "Chucks". DS loves the socks. Now I want some of those.
Amy, I'm adding french onion soup to my rotation since you mentioned it. In the past I put more cheese in it than was necessary but everything tastes better with cheese in my world. Did you get a nap in? I tried to fall back to sleep this morning but without any luck.
Love the TOTD. My DH would put his head down on the pillow and fall asleep within minutes....I guess I did the worrying for both of us.
I am happy that DirectTV is back!
UT won their game. Their quarterback was injured 2nd quarter and Arch Manning stepped in. No Peyton, Eli or Dad Cooper were at the game but Matthew McConaughey and players from other TX teams were there. Jan's Oregon Ducks won! And that ends my sports report!
Hope everyone had a wonderful day! Chat tomorrow!
Hugs, Cindy
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Post by cathygeha on Sept 15, 2024 7:26:17 GMT
Start weight September 3: 166.6 September 10: 166.6 September 17: September 24: October 1: October 8: October 15: October 22: October 28 Happy Halloween! Final weigh in: Weigh-ins daily: original weigh in <166.6> 167.2 [day two]
Had a lovely relaxing day yesterday. Made healthy choices and ended the day within points and calories. Have a review to write and a new book to start. Talked to our daughter yesterday and hope to talk to our granddaughters today.
Hope everyone has a wonderful day today!
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