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Post by cathygeha on Nov 15, 2020 8:07:33 GMT
This is a thread "under construction" and will eagerly take take comments and ideas into consideration to make a thread for all of us counting bites, points, calories, exchanges or whatever else floats your boat to come for ideas, support, a place to chat, share, whatever. We have 8 weeks till the end of the year so thought that we could take each week to discuss a topic that will help us stay focused on our goals for the weeks remaining in 2020.
With intentions and triggers in place to help us achive our goal(s) I found that we have almost 7 weeks till the new year so came up with the idea of having one of 7 healthy holiday habits to discuss or think about as we move toward a new year.
Don't forget your intentions and triggers, maybe determine what your goal for the holiday season will be (maintain, gain, lose, exercise, etc) and come join in if/when you feel like it.
Feel free to post your points eaten for the day, how you are doing, questions, etc
Seven Habits for Highly Healthy Holidays
The holiday season is upon us. It’s the time of the year to enjoy celebrating and spending time with family and friends; however, for many, it’s also the time of the year that disrupts schedules and interrupts progress with health goals.
Inevitably, it seems, goals and progress are placed on hold until it’s time for New Year’s resolutions, and unfortunately, research shows that those resolutions are rarely reached.
This year, make a change by following these seven simple habits for healthy holidays:
Habit One – Get Over ItThe holiday season is highly predictable. It comes every year and presents similar challenges. At some point, it’s time to get over allowing this season to interrupt success. Since it’s predictable, it can be planned for. This year, rather than allowing the season to disrupt goals, be proactive, identify challenges in advance, and create a plan, preferably a written one, to ensure success.
QUESTIONS:
1. Any comments on the above?
2. What is your plan for this holiday season? 3. How did you do this past week on the program you are following?
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Post by cathygeha on Nov 15, 2020 8:14:51 GMT
1. Any comments on the above? I doubt that this holiday will be filled with social events BUT I can still plan and set goals
2. What is your plan for this holiday season? Mine are to track on ITB daily, hydrate, exercise an average of 150 or more minutes per week, be lighter in January than I am today
3. How did you do this past week on the program you are following?
I am up on the scale...thought I was through the plateau and got cocky, had a few rather indulgent days and the scale went up. So, I am back on program and staying within points EVERY Day.
QUESTION: Does anyone remember in previous WW points plans that we could only spend 10 points in a day above the targeted daily points? I am thinking it might be a good idea for me to do that this week...if I opt to go over the daily target...
Highest weight: 212 or 213 Start weight on ITB May 16, 2020: 203.4
Weight today: 177.4 Lowest weight this time to goal: 174 Goal Weight: 145 Current Mini-Goal: Get into the next decade
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Post by doordie50 on Nov 15, 2020 18:35:00 GMT
Hi all! 1. Comments on the above?I agree that holidays are fairly predictable and that planning is possible. When I've had the most success in navigating holiday food and drink, I've planned for it and really enjoyed myself. A week before a given holiday gathering, I hoard my weeklies and just stick to my allotted daily points for the week. Then on the day of the event, I eat light to have more room and perhaps even a few more points to enjoy. Lastly, I'll eat only my favorites or I'll try something new. I stay away from the bread and the things I really could have any old time. 2. What is your plan for this holiday season?Things are so different now with Covid but, I would try to stick with what I know works. I'll also try to get in more water and remember that a single bite of a dessert can be just as satisfying as a whole serving. I can't stand the feeling of being stuffed. I always feel huge regret on top of the discomfort.
3. How did you do this past week?
I do an iTrackBites version of PP. So far so good but, I did indulge with a rare pasta meal yesterday. I hope that all the activity I got yesterday helps mitigate a big impact on the scale Monday. Wishful thinking I know. Still a work in progress.
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Post by irisinnia on Nov 17, 2020 14:00:08 GMT
1. Any comments on the above?
I think that the holidays are normally very predictable, but not so much this year. Hopefully to my benefit, but it really could go either way.
2. What is your plan for this holiday season?
My biggest plan for the holiday season is to not overdo cooking. No matter the holiday, we're a family of four and don't need enough for 6 or 8. I also plan on trying to avoid leftovers and extra sweets. I will track them in advance and I'm going to make a list of holiday treats I'm not going to eat like peanut brittle, popcorn tins, and cake, so I can have more room in my plan for eggnog and fudge. Holi-day not a holi-week!
3. How did you do this past week on the program you are following?
Oh my, I'm doing great! Walking, tracking, staying on program. I am going to make that scale number go down if I have to eat fruits and vegetables all day long!
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Post by doordie50 on Nov 17, 2020 16:12:45 GMT
irisinnia, way to go! I love your list idea of naming specific holiday treats off-limits so you can indulge your favorites.
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