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Post by murphy1288 on Feb 12, 2024 10:45:05 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 Feb 12, 2024 10:45:32 GMT
SHAPING UP FOR SPRING EQUINOX!
February 11 - March 31
Spring is coming!
Supportive Friends
Progress not Perfection
Renewal of Being
Inspiration
New Habits
Great Success!
This can be your Spring! This can be your success! No more rationalizing and making excuses.
This challenge isn't just about being alcohol free though it is the focus of the board. It is about finding and giving encouragement, getting healthy, loving ourselves, and finding what works and what doesn't. This is NOT about making ourselves feel badly about the unhealthy choices, it is about celebrating the healthy ones. So let's go for it!
As always, the rules aren't complicated. Simply no alcohol and staying on your food plan. If you get off track, don't give up....don't throw away the day, the night, the week. We are working on progress not perfection.
You may have alcohol issues that you cannot manage on your own and our group is here to support you and encourage you to get the help you might need. You may have alcohol issues that you can control but have to exert the motivation and our group is here to support you.
Spring clean your cupboard early! If you have junk food, tempting alcohol, or trigger foods in your kitchen, you are setting yourself up for failure. Give it away, dump it, GET RID OF IT! Temptation is always going to happen. Don't make it easier for yourself to give in to it. Assess your kitchen, ask if this helps or hinders me. DO NOT have sentimental attachment to food or alcohol. The stuff will always be there, it does not magically disappeared but your health can be compromised! This is your life! Make it the best!
REMEMBER….
1. Work the Plan and the Plan works! Think of your new eating plan as a lifestyle change -- one that will have ups and downs, with good days and (very few) bad.
2. Don't deprive yourself. A food plan should be about SATISFACTION. Find foods you LOVE that will help you meet your goal.
3. Drink lots of water. Water is good for you.
4. Listen to your body. It knows things. Pay close attention to your body cues.
5. Live one day (or even one MEAL) at a time. Don't be discouraged and beat yourself up if you fall off the wagon. Just get back on with lots of helping hands.
6. Get exercise with activities you enjoy. If you don't like what you are doing, then you won't stick with it.
7. Keep track of what you eat. Write it down. You WILL 100% without a doubt make better choices if you hold yourself accountable for what you eat by keeping a food journal. (kinda sorta HG ideas)
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Post by murphy1288 on Feb 12, 2024 10:46:00 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 precuts – 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
CHALLENGE START WEIGHT 2/11:
February 18 weigh in:
February 25 weigh in:
March 3 weigh in:
March 10 weigh in:
March 17 weigh in:
March 24 weigh in:
Final Weigh March 31:
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Post by murphy1288 on Feb 12, 2024 10:55:24 GMT
"I look to 2024 with a renewed commitment to Progress”
“Out the Door in 2024”
SHAPING UP FOR SPRING EQUINOX!
February 11 - March 31
Spring is coming!
Supportive Friends
Progress not Perfection
Renewal of Being
Inspiration
New Habits
Great Success!
NUTRITION ACCOUNTABILITY
Drink more water: This is my #1 goal for this challenge
One or more fruit daily: not yesterday
One or more vegetable daily: salad for lunch
Dairy: skim milk with breakfast
Healthy Oils:
AF: 1
AIM:
ANIM:
Exercise goal:
HABIT ACCOUNTABILITY
Journal: Need to improve
Move Accountability: lots of walking yesterday
Sleep Accountability: very good even though I woke up early
Nutrition Accountability: so-so
Happiness Accountability: very happy
Habit Accountability: need to get back to healthy habits
Check in Daily Accountability: I'm here!
Time Management Accountability: pretty good yesterday!
What did you do for yourself today? Attending church is always a good time to center myself
Please post a NSV (non-scale victory), LSP (little sign of progress), PA (positive affirmation) or motivational quote: I want to be the best version of ME!
CHALLENGE START WEIGHT 2/11: 165
February 18 weigh in:
February 25 weigh in:
March 3 weigh in:
March 10 weigh in:
March 17 weigh in:
March 24 weigh in:
Final Weigh March 31:
Good morning all! I slept well even if I did wake up early. I bought a little sound machine a couple of weeks ago and I have it set to rain/waterfall and I just love it. I had an app on my phone but it got deleted somehow and I couldn't find it so I bought this little machine. I swear it helps me relax better and sleep more soundly. Love it! Anyway - yesterday was busy but good. Church in the morning. Took the grocery bags to Motel Ministry and then a short service last night. Judy and I didn't stay for the Super Bowl party and I was nice to get home and curl up on the couch. This morning will be busy with donating blood and then lab work but then I'll be home the rest of the day. Will check back in later. Hope everyone has a great day!
Murphy
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Post by cathygeha on Feb 12, 2024 13:42:47 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 precuts – 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: 1 AIM: 1 ANIM: Exercise goal: walked 60+ minutes today 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 CHALLENGE START WEIGHT 2/11: 163.6 February 18 weigh in: February 25 weigh in: March 3 weigh in: March 10 weigh in: March 17 weigh in: March 24 weigh in: Final Weigh March 31:
February 12 = 166.6 [post birthday eating and drinking
Internet has been iffy at best. Wasn't able to check in. Hope to post and will keep it short to do so.
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Post by tatermom on Feb 12, 2024 14:21:45 GMT
"I look to 2024 with a renewed commitment to Progress” “Out the Door in 2024” SHAPING UP FOR SPRING EQUINOX! February 11 - March 31 Spring is coming! Supportive Friends Progress not Perfection Renewal of Being Inspiration New Habits Great Success! NUTRITION ACCOUNTABILITY Drink more water: daily goal 70= 80oz One or more fruit daily: 0 One or more vegetable daily: 1 Dryuary AF: 43 Dampuary AIM: Sauced ANIM: Fitbit Goal/burned: 2,000/2,419 JUST JOURNAL! HABIT ACCOUNTABILITY Move Accountability: 5,633 steps, 9/11 hours, 30 PU, 8 floors, stairs, stretches, up and around for more hours Sleep Accountability: 6+ hours, 86 sleep, 84 stress, feeling better, Nutrition Accountability: 26/23 points 42 weeklies. bacon eggs, potatoes, 1/4 bagel, toast, tuna salad, 1 splice lo pizza, 1 dove Fitbit Macros: 1,063 cal. 32% Carbs, 40% fat, 28% protein. 856 left Happiness Accountability: 4 will be better when I'm healthy again. Habit Accountability: Exercise bar. 0/4. did tiny habits, tracking it all, Check in Daily Accountability: 5 I'm here!! Time Management Accountability: 4 stripped bed, laundry, grocery store, knit, Super Bowl, read the papers What did you do for yourself today? 4 TV time, knit, journaled, got out of the house, more movement Please post a NSV (non-scale victory), LSP (little sign of progress), PA (positive affirmation) or motivational quote. "Ask yourself today if what you're doing is getting you closer to where you want to be tomorrow." CHALLENGE START WEIGHT 2/11: 201 February 18 weigh in: February 25 weigh in: March 3 weigh in: March 10 weigh in: March 17 weigh in: March 24 weigh in: Final Weigh March 31: Good morning all. Got up early and feel a bit tired, but that's more from staying up later to watch the game than from being sick. I will be ready to go to work tomorrow and just hope the full day doesn't wear me out. I know they would let me come home early if needed. Supposed to be sunny and in the 40's here today so hope to get out, even for a little bit, to get some fresh air and Vitamin D. Was a good game last night, really thought the Niners had a chance there....that missed extra point. Oh well, Purdy is still a youngster and hope he has a long career. Not a huge Usher fan but thought the show was appropriate for a Vegas Theme, sort of circus and dancing. liked the DUnkin commercial, did not like the Kennedy ad. Most were pretty run of the mill and seems now they mostly just hype new movies and TV shows coming out. Oh well, my "ticket" was cheap  My big goal today is to get my 7500 steps and hopefully an AP bar with that. I got all my water in yesterday and need to keep that up or the scale will be up before I know it as I start eating more again. I learned this morning that when I changed my weight on my Fitbit, it changed my weight on my WW. I wondered why sometimes I'd weigh in and they said you stayed the same when I knew at WW I had been more last week. I changed FB back and will see if when I WI tomorrow if it changes on my app, or if it only goes one way. Does that make sense? Not sure what all to do with my Free day, except get some steps. I know I need to do littler boxes before garbage this week. Have the dish washer running, took out some ground turkey to add to the ground beef to make a meatloaf I think. Will use the rest just cooked up, add some corn, black beans and salsa for a lunch bowl of some sort. Threw out the last piece of banana bread yesterday and have stayed out of the sugar for the most part, one dove yesterday. Just looking forward to a relaxing day when I actually feel good. Hope you are all going to have a great Monday and start the new week off strong. Take care all. Jan Cathy Looks like you enjoyed your birthday and now will move forward. What outings are planned this week? Is this the Scone tasting? Murphy You were busy yesterday! Your white noise machine makes me think of listening to the river up at the cabin. Probably why everyone sleeps so well up there. GL on your blood donation, hope they can find the vein in one try! Make sure to drink your juice or have the cookie after so you don't get dizzy. I need to call this morning to make my blood work appts or I always forget by the end of the day. Did you say you got a mat treadmill? Does it work? Cindy I watched the Celtics yesterday too waiting for the game. Couldn't do 8 hours of hype on CBS. Sounds like you're set for food the rest of the week. Hope the GF got off to work on time if she stayed over. Sorry the backyard was so soggy but glad the birds and critters got fed. I put seed out yesterday and all I've seen is squirrels sitting on the feeders. Glad you got out and enjoyed the Mavs game. Carole Sorry about burning your finger, was it at home? Glad you got to see DB and dad. Hope you hear about the job interview soon. DS is waiting to hear from Miami, they just closed the applications so he figures mid month or later. Then going down if he gets an interview....he better I have the gut feeling that's where they are going next. He's ready to get back to some sun. Yay for a day getting things done. Have a good one all, I will check in later. |
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Post by amyj on Feb 12, 2024 14:40:47 GMT
SHAPING UP FOR SPRING EQUINOX!
February 11 - March 31
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 precuts – 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: Y
One or more fruit daily: Y
One or more vegetable daily: Y
AF: (mostly alcohol free since August 16, 2006): 6397; ANIM: 1 (021221)
AIM: N
ANIM: N
Fitbit Goal/burned: 2210/1984
JUST JOURNAL!
HABIT ACCOUNTABILITY
Move Accountability: 3, 11,100+ steps, 250 steps 7/8 hours, walked at the clubhouse, laps in the basement, counter pushups and stretches
Sleep Accountability: 2, up too late, 6+ hours, Fitbit score 85, stress management 87
Nutrition Accountability: 2, 40/23, 27 weeklies left, blue dot, mini corn dogs, chicken nuggets, chips, cookies
Happiness Accountability: 3, enjoyed family time, watched Sunday news shows, Super Bowl, stitched, read before bed
Habit Accountability: 3, drinking more water than diet Coke
Check in Daily Accountability: 3, I'm here!
Time Management Accountability: 3, walking, lazy day, couch time
What did you do for yourself today? Reading, couch time, time outside
Please post a NSV (non-scale victory), LSP (little sign of progress), PA (positive affirmation) or motivational quote: “The trouble is, you think you have time.” —Buddha
CHALLENGE START WEIGHT 2/11: 173.0
February 18 weigh in:
February 25 weigh in:
March 3 weigh in:
March 10 weigh in:
March 17 weigh in:
March 24 weigh in:
Final Weigh March 31:
2024 Goals:
11,000 steps each day: 41/42
At least 7 hours sleep: 22/42
Lift weights twice/week: Wk 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Blue dots: 35/42
Starting weight: 179.8
Get to the 160's:
Yesterday was fun, if unproductive. DH & I drove to the clubhouse to walk so that we could bail if it started raining again. We managed to walk as long as we wanted without it raining on us. When we got back I settled on the couch, watching the Sunday news shows. DS came over around 4 and I put out the Super Bowl spread so we could be done eating before the game started. I enjoyed the snacks but feel like I was more mindful and tried to focus on the shrimp cocktail and veggies. The game seemed longer than usual, even without the overtime. I had left several chores to do after the game was over, so up later than I should have been. I slept well but was aware of it raining hard throughout the night.
There's a break in the rain right now but more is coming. We will be lucky to get a walk in outside. I should do laundry and go to the laundromat to dry it, but I'll probably let it go another day since it's not supposed to rain tomorrow. DS spent the night but has gone to work.
Jan- Hope you are feeling better. The girls in the video did not have much jiggle, LOL.
Murphy- Thanks for getting us started. Glad you had a great speaker at church and are enjoying your white noise machine.
Carole- Yay for lunch with your dad and brother. Sorry you burned your finger, will it be a problem at work? Loved the puppy pic! 99 is a card game, super fun and goes pretty fast.
Cindy- Yay for leftovers for the week and enjoying the Mavs game. We went to a Miami Heat game once and the noise level was awful.
Cathy- Sorry the scale is up, internet iffy. Glad you could post.
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Post by amyj on Feb 12, 2024 14:46:52 GMT
Jan- Sounds like you are feeling better and had a productive day. WTG steps 9/11, stretches, tiny habits, blue dot, AF. I though Usher put on a good show too, but not enough to be sweating that hard, LOL.
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Post by amyj on Feb 12, 2024 14:48:14 GMT
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Post by amyj on Feb 12, 2024 14:50:00 GMT
M-W Word of the Day
inveigh
verb | in-VAY
What It Means
Inveigh is a formal word that means "to protest or complain bitterly or vehemently." Like its synonym rail, it's typically used with against.
// Students inveighed against the new dress code policy.
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Post by murphy1288 on Feb 12, 2024 18:39:17 GMT
Well I didn't get to donate blood. I went but since I had the shingles vaccine, I have to wait 4 weeks. I think it has been more than 4 weeks but I wasn't sure so I just picked a random day in January. So I'll need to wait another couple of weeks. I did go by the doctor's office and did my lab work and that was very quick. Stopped by Aldi for a couple of things and have been on the couch since then. I got chilled this morning and have had trouble getting warmed up.
Jan - I bet everyone does sleep well at the cabin. I'm sure there is some science to it but the sound of water is just so relaxing. You seem like you are recovering well from Covid. I did order the walking mat. It got lost in transit so I cancelled the order but it finally came last Thursday! Now I'm waiting on UPS to call me to arrange a pickup for return. I decided it just wasn't worth it and I would probably benefit more from the fresh air anyway!
Amy - it's supposed to start raining again here as well and we are supposed to have storms this evening. Do you have a time frame for the dryer repair to be done?
Cathy - sorry the internet is so iffy! Were you able to talk with family this weekend?
I have some laundry I need to put away so I probably should try to be a little productive! Hi to everyone.
Murphy
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Post by flower on Feb 13, 2024 1:34:18 GMT
Hi friends! Work wasn’t bad today. Still haven’t heard anything about the interview. The other girl that applied hasn’t either. My burned finger is ok. It really hurt yesterday and throbbed but then it stopped. I’ll try for personals tomorrow, the tv is so loud I can’t concentrate.
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Post by cindy on Feb 13, 2024 2:09:49 GMT
Hi All!
Sorry I haven't checked in. F/G did not leave and is still here. I told DS she has to be out tomorrow. Will fill in details tomorrow.
My brother is being moved to hospice tomorrow.
Hugs to all, Cindy
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Post by tatermom on Feb 13, 2024 3:08:45 GMT
Cindy So sorry, on both counts. Prayers for you DB.
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Post by cathygeha on Feb 13, 2024 8:18:55 GMT
CHALLENGE START WEIGHT 2/11: 163.6 February 18 weigh in: February 25 weigh in: March 3 weigh in: March 10 weigh in: March 17 weigh in: March 24 weigh in: Final Weigh March 31: February 13 = 167.8 [Time to get back OP every day in every way]
Today I'm back on track and plan to walk, hydrate, track it all, and stay positive. It will be a good day. Last week was the scone tasting event that saw us sample six varieties of scones with toppings (oh my!). I did get together with friends yesterday to walk on the sidewalk next to the beach in Amchit near Byblos. It was nice to get out and enjoy the sunshine. As my daughter reminded me when I said it was silly to drive forty minutes to walk - she said I was not going to walk only but to get out of the house, walk, and socialize with friends. And, so I did. I need to, hopefully, pick up a replacement for the magnetic clip-on piece that turns a pair of progressive glasses into sunglasses and if not, ask the owner what other options might be better and find out if he can do eye checks or if he only fills prescriptions. I think he might be better than the medical doctor but want to see. Will get together with Rosalie and Maureen tomorrow for a bit. Nothing else on the agenda till next week...maybe?
Still pondering goals for this challenge.
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My big goal today is to get my 7500 steps and hopefully an AP bar with that. I got all my water in yesterday and need to keep that up or the scale will be up before I know it as I start eating more again. I learned this morning that when I changed my weight on my Fitbit, it changed my weight on my WW. I wondered why sometimes I'd weigh in and they said you stayed the same when I knew at WW I had been more last week. I changed FB back and will see if when I WI tomorrow if it changes on my app, or if it only goes one way. Does that make sense? Not sure what all to do with my Free day, except get some steps. I know I need to do littler boxes before garbage this week. Have the dish washer running, took out some ground turkey to add to the ground beef to make a meatloaf I think. Will use the rest just cooked up, add some corn, black beans and salsa for a lunch bowl of some sort. Threw out the last piece of banana bread yesterday and have stayed out of the sugar for the most part, one dove yesterday. Just looking forward to a relaxing day when I actually feel good. Hope you are all going to have a great Monday and start the new week off strong. Take care all. Jan
