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Post by cherryt38 on Dec 29, 2016 5:41:45 GMT
This 7 in 7 challenge begins December 1st and ends January 18th. Everyone welcome.
Challengers this round:
Bmazzo/Beverly – To enter into the Christmas Holiday & the New Year without caving in, to take things one day at a time as they come.
btygarl/Betty - Focus on increasing activity level
Cassandra18/Lynn - Stay the course over the holidays
cathygeha / Cathy - one day at a time
Cherryt38 - Cherry – Concentrate on exercise
Cindybdb/Cindy - Lose 5 pounds
Jalibmu/Jan – Get back to goal by tracking and being more intentional
jasimons/Judy – at least half of daily liquid as plain water. Spend at least 5 minutes at the end of the day to reflect.
Kem1958/Karen - Lose 7 lbs; checkin in each day; 10,000 steps 5 days a week
Marie/Mariel - drink 6 glasses of water a day/track daily/over 5,000 steps per day
pamt/Pam - continue stringing my OPOP days together by tracking, meeting Fitbit challenge and staying hydrated
Hostesses:
December 1 - December 7 Pam
December 8 - December 14 Betty
December 15 - December 21 Cindy
December 22 - December 28 Jan
December 29 - January 4 Cherry
January 5 - January 11 Judy
January 12 - January 18 Cathy
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Post by cherryt38 on Dec 29, 2016 5:46:51 GMT
6 Ways to Savor the Season – Cooking Light
Eat up Before You Get Down – It’s tempting to skip eating before a party, but that can backfire. Have a small snack before you go so you’re not starving. Reach for some satisfying lean protein, fiber, and healthy fat, like yogurt with granola and fruit, so you’ll be less enticed by the buffet.
Be a Buffet Ninja – Follow the “one trip, one plate, no tower” rule. Make one pass at the buffet, using one salad plate, and no stacking. Then step away. And when you contribute something to a holiday potluck, make sure it’s healthful so you’re sure to have a good option.
We'll start with 2 of these tips for a healthy holiday season.
I know I've heard this and usually try to follow these tips. How about you? Do you have any other tips on how to handle parties and buffets?
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Post by cathygeha on Dec 29, 2016 7:58:13 GMT
If it is a buffet that is standing up and circulating I try to get as far away from the food as possible  Great tips~ |
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Post by jasimons on Dec 29, 2016 12:57:32 GMT
Good ideas -
If I had an event to attend, I'd plan to eat more lightly than usual in anticipation, but would not skip eating. (I'd be crabby and miserable if I did).
I'd probably use a full size plate - but - I don't like food to touch (I like to understand the taste of each one, not mixed together), so there's always empty space on that plate.
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Post by cindybdb on Dec 29, 2016 13:12:52 GMT
I do try to eat as needed before a party/event. But I try to choose lower point/calorie options that are filling as well. I almost always pair healthy protein with good carbs for staying power.
I need to stick to the one plate rule. I do take smaller portions and if I do a 2nd plate it's just a little of the things I really liked.
When at en event, don't stand near the food table or chip bowls. Also make sure to have a large glass of water in your hand at all times. You'll find that instead of snacking, you'll drink the water.
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Post by kem1956 on Dec 29, 2016 13:41:33 GMT
I know I've heard this and usually try to follow these tips. How about you? I try to follow these tips.
Do you have any other tips on how to handle parties and buffets? I try to find someone to visit with get a glass of water and try not to notice the food. Also I take small amounts and if it is something I don't really like I only take the one bite.
Have a blessed day.
Karen
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Post by Holly Gail on Dec 29, 2016 16:41:16 GMT
I walk all around the food area (like circling the table, if everything is on one table), surveying what my options are. Then I get a plate. I take small portions of only the foods I am more interested in eating, or at least tasting. I'm willing to take seconds, but again, small portions. I always drink a lot of water. Planting myself far from the food is a great idea, as is facing away from the food; I'll keep both of those in mind!
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Post by pamthomas46 on Dec 29, 2016 19:12:40 GMT
Love the idea of being a buffet ninja! Thanks for getting us started Cherry. Have a great day everyone and keep smiling.
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Post by jan on Dec 29, 2016 22:48:50 GMT
Great question with New Years Eve, Day and football bowl game parties all coming up.
I will try to have some fruit or very low point snack before going out. Taking the edge of hunger so that I don't eat everything is sight.
I have gotten so I am picky about what I take. Things that are "just okay" or are not favorites don't make the plate (literally). If there is something tht I very rarely eat and is special, I am take more of it. Try to not take a lot of carbs.
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Post by cassandra18 on Dec 30, 2016 2:09:14 GMT
I usually have something light to eat before we go and then I peruse the buffet. I go once and usually get a protein and veggies and salad.
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Great tips~
