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Post by Jan on Jan 19, 2019 12:14:47 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
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Post by Jan on Jan 19, 2019 12:22:58 GMT
Good morning. I put another good eating day in the books. I’m not tracking, but I am eating Core foods and limiting non-Core foods. I have to work this morning, hopefully I’ll be home before the heavy snow starts. I have the ingredients for both vegan and regular chili. It’s a perfect weekend for it!
Along with a snowstorm, our temps are going to drop pretty low. I’ve decided not to run indoors this year, so I’ll be riding my indoor bike and working on new Pound songs this weekend. I’ll get out for a couple of miles, but will limit my time outside when it’s too cold.
Nancy, how did the MRI go? When do you get the results?
Re: strength training......overhead presses are essential for bone density in our arms and wrists. Stronger arm bones will prevent broken bones in the event of a fall.
Lori, a weekend in front of the fire sounds good, doesn’t it? I think sometimes we need just that—nowhere to go and time to relax.
Cindy, I love Parmesan cheese! I envy your warmer temps.
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Post by kathyd on Jan 19, 2019 14:04:00 GMT
C39. D1. Have to get back on track. I've put back on 16# of what I lost last spring and summer.
My plan is to check in here every day. To track and drink water.
Jan - it is -16 here this morning. Glad to have the stationary bike. Outside exercise would be damaging to the body.
Hi to all who folllow. I'm checking in here every day.
Kathy
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Post by Lori on Jan 19, 2019 18:17:25 GMT
Hi Everyone!!
Jan, I pretty much have been doing the same...and it’s working out well - If I tracked it, it would be Freestyle within the Healthy zone! Thanks for the strength training tip. I actually like doing overhead presses and knowing the benefits, I’ll be sure to include.
Nancy, hope everything went well yesterday and your prepared for the bad weather headed our way...
Kathy, Look forward to seeing your post everyday!! Great first step to getting back into healthy habits....
I find that when I walk outdoors in the cold, my muscles get too tense and sore. Since, doing indoor walking and exercise, I’m not as achy....
I’m headed to the basement to try a Jessica Smith workout...
Have a great day everyone!!
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Post by nancy on Jan 19, 2019 18:44:40 GMT
Evidently I posted for today under "on plan" instead of "simply filling"
Here's that post:
C94D11, 21 points, 4 rollovers, 8 water, K10-6
Pool and MRI today (Friday), so no exercise.
Jan - Kudos for the good food day. Yes I think we’re expecting the snow Saturday night, Sunday and maybe Monday. Glad I got my MRI under the wire and hope to see DGK-15 doing her pole vaults at a meet that happens to be in Toms River on Saturday, I’ve seen videos but never in person. Also WI Saturday morning. After all of that, “let it snow” . I do have the orthopedist appt on Monday and a stress test on Tuesday. Hopefully I’ll be able to clear my car by then.
Lori – Yep – Looking forward to a PJ day on Sunday. Congrats on the HITT training. Wish I could say I enjoy strength training. NOT!!
Cindy – Since you like parmesan cheese as I do, let me recommend a salad dressing. Sooo good. It’s Ken’s Parmesan and Peppercorn lite dressing. Every night I have a large salad, so I use 2 T for 3 points. If your salads are smaller, 1 T will do. I added cabbage soup ingredients to my grocery list. This should be a good weekend to make another crockpot-ful. Guess I'll try adding some grated parmesan this time around. I assume you added some to each serving right before having it rather than in the crockpot. Right?
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Post by nancy on Jan 19, 2019 20:48:55 GMT
I was up 1.2 this morning but that's okay - the good news was that I never binged this week. Out of the box on occasion, yes, but no binge and no guilt. This week's WW topic is "Know Your Why", i.e. why we're doing this other than losing weight. I asked if keeping in control is a reasonable why - she didn't think that was a good goal because it implies that being out of control sounds like being bad and it's not really possible to remain in control all the time - well something like that. She preferred "To develop a good relationship with food". I wasn't totally clear what that meant, so I went online and found this document "11 Steps To Rebuild Your Relationship With Food". Each item has an explanatory paragraph. You can find the whole thing here: www.mindbodygreen.com/0-8258/11-steps-to-rebuild-your-relationship-with-food.html 1. Stop punishing yourself for what you ate yesterday. 2. Practice mindful eating: sit, chew, and breathe with your food! 3. Have gratitude for your food! 4. Enjoy your food. 5. Stop the vicious cycle of all-or-nothing. 6. Practice positive affirmations. 7. Let go of the need to be and eat perfectly. 8. Stop comparing! 9. Don't be difficult with food. 10. If you're reaching for food when you're not hungry, something emotional is going on. 11. Remember: this is it. One life. One body! Treasure it. Look after it. Nothing we don't already know, but it helps me to see all the items on one list. Jan - Each strong day is huge. Keep 'm coming. The MRI was fine, thanks. I'll learn the results when I see the orthopedist on Monday. Kathy - Looking forward to your daily posts. For me it's been the only way to remain accountable. I think the above document may be of interest to you. I printed out the list and will try to review it several times a day, especially before eating anything. Lori - The strength training is going to be huge for you. I'm so glad you decided to add it to your regimen. Can't wait to see you and your new bod next time we get together :-) |
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Post by Jan on Jan 20, 2019 0:18:11 GMT
Nancy, I’m not sure I agree with your leader. I think “to remain in control” is a great WHY. No one wants to be out of control in any area. It makes us feel bad about ourselves, and many times leads to unwanted consequences. Those 11 ideas are all steps to gaining control over our eating. I guess it’s semanfics.
Kathy, keep checking in. This is a life line for me.
Lori, most people in colder climates workout indoors during the winter. I completely understand what you’re saying about your muscles and joints.
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Post by nancy on Jan 20, 2019 1:51:18 GMT
Jan - Yeah, maybe it is semantics. She is forever impressing upon us that aiming for perfection is unreasonable. Maybe she's thinking of control as a type of perfection, and control can be elusive because life happens. We're all working on rebuilding our relationship with food. It's WHY we remain on this forum day after day, year after year. Does that distinction make any sense to you? As usual, I'm just thinking outloud.
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