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Post by murphy1288 on Sept 15, 2024 10:29:21 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 15, 2024 10:29:44 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 15, 2024 10:30:07 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 15, 2024 10:34:25 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: 50
AIM:
ANIM:
Exercise goal: Did my stepper and resistance bands.
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? Gave myself a manicure.
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 Sunday morning! I didn't sleep great last night. Had crazy dreams so that started me off kind of unsettled. Headed to church after while. I plan to make a quick trip to the gym because tomorrow I'll be with DB and DSIL. Well - DB because it is a chance for DSIL to get out for a while. If he feels up to it, I'm going to make him take me out for a birthday lunch! Hope you all have a fabulous start to your day!
Murphy
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Post by amyj on Sept 15, 2024 13:18:17 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: 104/75 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): 6604
AIM: 0
ANIM: 1 (021221)
Fitbit Goal/burned: 2170/1902
HABIT ACCOUNTABILITY
Journal: Y
Move Accountability: 4, 12,800+ steps, 250 steps 6/8 hours, walked the nature trail, turbo jam, laps in the basement, counter PU, wall stretches
Sleep Accountability: 3, up late reading, <7 hours, Fitbit score 85, stress management 85
Nutrition Accountability: 3, protein bar, protein shake, bacon, fruit, muffin, chips and salsa, steak, roasted veggies, ice cream cone
MacrosFirst: Protein: 93/137 (24%), Carbs: 170/100 (45%), Fiber: 24gm, Net Carbs: 146 Fat: 52/45 (31%), Calories: 1485/1353, 132 over, better day
Happiness Accountability: 3, enjoyed family time, watched Hallmark movies and House of the Dragon, 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, laundry, cleaned out email, 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: “If it’s a good idea, go ahead and do it. It’s much easier to apologize than it is to get permission.” ―Grace Hopper
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: 243/264
At least 7 hours sleep: 122/264
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:
I had a quiet day yesterday after DS left and got a nap. I had a lot of couch time and watched bits and pieces of Hallmark movies that I had already seen. I did take the time to go through my email inbox and unsubscribe from a bunch of spam sites. It looked like a lot of them originated from WordSearch.com, FYI. DH grilled a steak for dinner and I roasted the butternut squash with some onions and apples. After dinner I stitched and watched House of the Dragon. I stayed up late reading, but slept well.
It's still gloomy, but I think the remnants of Francine will be gone after today.
Cindy- Love soups! DH is the same way about being able to fall right to sleep. Yay for the teams that won, fun that there is another generation of Mannings to watch.
Cathy- Yay for a lovely, relaxing day, making healthy choices, staying within your calories and points, talking to your daughter.
Murphy- Thanks for getting us started. Sorry about the crazy dreams. Enjoy church and your visit with DB and DSIL tomorrow.
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Post by amyj on Sept 15, 2024 13:21:42 GMT
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Post by amyj on Sept 15, 2024 13:22:44 GMT
M-W Word of the Day
cronyism
noun | KROH-nee-iz-um
What It Means
Cronyism is the unfair practice by a powerful person (such as a politician) of giving jobs and other favors to friends without regard for their qualifications.
// City residents are pushing back against cronyism and corruption in their local government.
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Post by Flower3210 on Sept 15, 2024 18:07:12 GMT
Hi friends! I had Hyrox camp this am—phew! It was TOUGH! It’s hot out so I’m going to finish all the laundry and maybe cross stitch. Yesterday my df had a red neck party—I did well A wise, I had 2 beers (would’ve been better with 0 beers…!) felt so good this morning though! She had a riding bull! It was fun but harder than it looks to stay on!
Amy, I may try to see if I can watch the Seth Myers show somewhere. It was funny, 4 of us wore something Trump related at the red neck party.
Jan, I hope you had a fabulous time at your reunion! How long is your friend staying?
Murphy, thank you for starting us! Have fun at the gym!
Cindy, I hope your finger recovers quickly. Does the brace help?
Hello to all! Have a great day!
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Post by cindy on Sept 16, 2024 3:10:03 GMT
Hi All!
Checking in. Allergies have gotten the best of me and have kept a low key day. Will chat tomorrow
Hugs, Cindy
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Post by cathygeha on Sept 16, 2024 8:55:21 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> 167.8 [went out for lunch]
Quiet day planned for today. After lunch yesterday we did manage to talk to our granddaughters for a few minutes while they were on their way to Costco with their mother. I told my eldest that I might steal/borrow her jacket (really liked it) and she shook her head and smiled. My youngest, when she heard about getting the visa for Mounah, asked if *I* had a visa and I told her that I have a US passport so don't need one but he does need one to come visit her.
No idea what today's lunch will be - leaning toward pasta with what we have in the house. Maybe put some eggplant into the tomato sauce and add some chickpeas or TVP to mine.
I need to find a few items for the potluck three bean terrine dish I plan to take on Wednesday, would like to pick up some coffee beans, and we need bread but otherwise are set for now.
Here's to all of us achieving our goals this week!
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