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nancy
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BINGE ENDERS CHALLENGE - Monday, January 7th Jan 7, 2019 4:23:44 GMT

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Post by nancy on Jan 7, 2019 4:23:44 GMT

WELCOME TO REGULAR & NEW POSTERS! This thread is full of encouragement & suggestions. New people, welcome! We encourage you to jump in. One day, one hour, one minute at a time is easier to handle than a week, etc. Lurkers, join in

Our goal is 21 days Binge Free (studies show 21 days to break old habits & start new ones!). Whether we make 21 or one, the point is to learn as we go, replace binges with other things to help us through stressful times. Some days are harder than others & we may slip; that's OK. The Binge Monster is in the shadows waiting to pounce. Hopefully this thread provides inspiration, courage, & support to become a Binge Survivor!

You may see different folks on different "Cycles." A Cycle is a 21 day block of consecutive binge-free days. Stay with us for as many cycles as you'd like.

Everyone's definition of a BINGE is different. The Oxford Dictionary defines a binge as a spree of eating and drinking. To many of us, BINGE is defined as "eating without dignity." The dictionary defines "dignity" as a calm and serious manner or style, showing suitable formality or indicating that one deserves respect. Only you can define what a binge is for you. Going over points, as long as it was done with dignity and journaled (therefore acknowledged and "owned") isn't binging--it is up to you to decide.

SPECIAL THANKS TO LESLIE5609 for starting this challenge on the Out of Control Board, in August '02, and thanks to all who keep it going

Posting weights for accountability. Official Goal 145. Preferred goal 140. January, 2020 144.6, February 144, March 141, April 142.5, May 142.5, June 141, July 141.5, August 143, September 141.5, October 143.5, November 144, December 146 --- January 2021 142.5, February 143, March 142, April 140, May 139.5, June 137.5, July 138, August 139.5, September 141.2, Oct 141.5, Nov 144, Dec 142.4, January 2022 142.6, Feb 142.6, March 142.4, April 140.2

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BINGE ENDERS CHALLENGE - Monday, January 7th Jan 7, 2019 4:28:23 GMT

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Post by nancy on Jan 7, 2019 4:28:23 GMT

C94D2, 23 points, no rollovers, 6 water, 1198 calories

Twice around mall with friend. Another friend and I hit the gym after pool. Unfortunately the two free treadmills were out of order. The road to h--- is paved with good intentions. It feels so good to be back on the beam.

The Golden Globes ended late so I will have to forego personals tonight except to congratulate Cindy for the outstanding weight loss. Keep up the good work.

Posting weights for accountability. Official Goal 145. Preferred goal 140. January, 2020 144.6, February 144, March 141, April 142.5, May 142.5, June 141, July 141.5, August 143, September 141.5, October 143.5, November 144, December 146 --- January 2021 142.5, February 143, March 142, April 140, May 139.5, June 137.5, July 138, August 139.5, September 141.2, Oct 141.5, Nov 144, Dec 142.4, January 2022 142.6, Feb 142.6, March 142.4, April 140.2

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BINGE ENDERS CHALLENGE - Monday, January 7th Jan 7, 2019 11:51:07 GMT

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Post by Jan on Jan 7, 2019 11:51:07 GMT

Good morning. It will be a busy day for me. Our fitness challenge starts, so I’ll be doing weigh ins during my 2 hour break at lunch time, and possibly on my break later in the day.

Yesterday was a stellar eating day for me. I ran 7.4 miles with Roscoe on the trail, so I earned 20 APs. I only ate 6 non-Core points, and that was in the evening when I had my cake batter yogurt.

I did my grocery shopping and food prep in the afternoon. The went to Target and Aldi, and both stores were crazy busy. I made a roasted chicken, grilled salmon, and 2 huge pots of soup-chicken noodle (from last week’s roasted chicken) and minestrone. It’s nice to have not just my food, but food for my family prepped for the beginning of the week.

Cindy, wonderful weight loss! Do you ever add in a higher calorie day? It might not be a bad idea, especially if you’re hungrier than usual sometimes.

Nancy, at least you got the mall walk in. I watched a bit of the Golden Globes. They were a few weeks earlier than usual this year.

Lori, I’m still amazed at how we’ve found a way to balance things out. Good idea with MFP for a day or 2.

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BINGE ENDERS CHALLENGE - Monday, January 7th Jan 7, 2019 15:02:21 GMT

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Post by Lori on Jan 7, 2019 15:02:21 GMT

Good Monday Morning! First full week back to work and everything back to normal....hope I make it...lol

Nancy, Wonderful to see you back on the beam!! On the Beam has truly become our "normal"!!! We have come a long way!!
Jan, Great day yesterday!! Your food choices for the week sound yummy!!
Cindy, I was thinking of you this morning when I was on the treadmill!!

I'm also amazed that I finally learned how to balance things out - it's not like I haven't heard these techniques over the years of WW (everything in moderation). I just can't believe it finally clicked - ...I would have eaten the other 1/2 of any of my leftovers last night, but I actually thought about it and plan to have them on days when breakfast and lunch are Green! This way, I don't have two Yellow meals on the same day....I'm also looking at how I can enjoy the leftovers in a little lighter way...for example, tonight I plan to have some of the leftover seafood bisque soup over rice cauliflower, broccoli and whiting fish (not my favorite, but I have some in the freezer) - I'm thinking the soup will be a Hugh flavor factor and make it a meal to look forward to and enjoyable!! I also think that having a MFP Monday and not getting on the scale until Tuesday has taught me how I can enjoy the restaurant dinners and still maintain....That is HUGH for me!! Then depending on the scale - I either will continue with MFP or switch to CORE or Freestyle....

Enjoy your day everyone!
Lori

Dec 2023, 152.3 avg, Jan 149.2 avg, Feb 146 avg, March 143.7 avg

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BINGE ENDERS CHALLENGE - Monday, January 7th Jan 8, 2019 1:56:49 GMT

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Post by cpstara3 on Jan 8, 2019 1:56:49 GMT

Hi!
Thanks everyone! But....I really blew it today! We went to Okla City today.
Ate at one of those all you can eat buffet places, only one plate, but really
piled it on and no treadmill today. Also, had bread pudding for desert.
When I blow it, really blow it!!!!!!!!
For tommorrow is another day, eh!
Love ya'll,
Cindy

BINGE ENDERS CHALLENGE - Monday, January 7th

Post by nancy on Jan 7, 2019 4:23:44 GMT

Post by nancy on Jan 7, 2019 4:28:23 GMT

Post by Jan on Jan 7, 2019 11:51:07 GMT

Post by Lori on Jan 7, 2019 15:02:21 GMT

Post by cpstara3 on Jan 8, 2019 1:56:49 GMT

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