Healthy Weight Loss

[foxyshaman]

BIGGO SIGH OF RELIEF!!!!

So.... I went off the eating rails. Got totally triggered two weeks ago, lost eating focus for a week.. fortunately I went to the gym five times that week, so my weight did not change. I was able to talk to a friend about how I was back to my addiction to "white" (white flour, white sugar...etc...)food. I could not seem to talk myself out of what I was doing. So between talking and doing a behaviour modification chart I was able to see what trigger had been hit. I was able by Monday to stop eating my comfort foods. But I did not track my points this week. Was only able to do one cardio and two yoga classes I thought FOR SURE I would up a pound or two... nope exactly the same as last week.

So, I have lost two weeks of weight loss. BUT.... I was able to figure out a deeper level to my eating trigger... which I feel really good about. And I was able to stop the cravings with useful tools: talking to someone who knows me inside and out (not literally tho' ha ha) and go back to my tools which helped me getting my thoughtless addiction eating under control. I never used to talk to people about my weight, it was such an issue of shame for me. And my weight gain started with an incident that caused me a great deal of harm and shame, so in my distorted thinking I never talked about it. It was a viscious cycle. I don't think I have that issue anymore, which is a biggie to me.

So... today I am hella grateful. I will be at yoga on Sunday and next week is back to my usual workout routine. And I will track like mad. I have goals dammit... real goals....

[little_ms_sunshyne]

Originally Posted by foxyshaman

BIGGO SIGH OF RELIEF!!!!

So.... I went off the eating rails. Got totally triggered two weeks ago, lost eating focus for a week.. fortunately I went to the gym five times that week, so my weight did not change. I was able to talk to a friend about how I was back to my addiction to "white" (white flour, white sugar...etc...)food. I could not seem to talk myself out of what I was doing. So between talking and doing a behaviour modification chart I was able to see what trigger had been hit. I was able by Monday to stop eating my comfort foods. But I did not track my points this week. Was only able to do one cardio and two yoga classes I thought FOR SURE I would up a pound or two... nope exactly the same as last week.

So, I have lost two weeks of weight loss. BUT.... I was able to figure out a deeper level to my eating trigger... which I feel really good about. And I was able to stop the cravings with useful tools: talking to someone who knows me inside and out (not literally tho' ha ha) and go back to my tools which helped me getting my thoughtless addiction eating under control. I never used to talk to people about my weight, it was such an issue of shame for me. And my weight gain started with an incident that caused me a great deal of harm and shame, so in my distorted thinking I never talked about it. It was a viscious cycle. I don't think I have that issue anymore, which is a biggie to me.

So... today I am hella grateful. I will be at yoga on Sunday and next week is back to my usual workout routine. And I will track like mad. I have goals dammit... real goals....

So important to figure out that trigger and now that you have things will fall into place. Forget about the 2 weeks and remember, you have all of your life and you are ready to take this on! You can do this! Back on track!

[little_ms_sunshyne]

Small Derail! WOW feels GREAT to have my hands on a keyboard and actually respond the way I want to on this thread! SHEEESH!


First Off..Congratulations everyone for completing anothing week of living a healthy lifestyle, spotting triggers, and above all just taking a step in the right direction. We cant forget that those small steps can make a hell of a difference!

Today was my weigh in for the week...3lbs gone! I have also fallen back into my regular workout routine and treat myself to the sauna afterwards...I know I know, it is freakin hott outside BUT for some reason the sauna makes me relax and helps me meditate. My stress level has definitely decreased! Working it all out.

For the workouts I use the Eliptical and try circuit weight training too. Keeps your heart going and I feel super productive. Yesterday my SUPER DUPER fit little brother and I walked a trail to the riverwalk and back, a total of about 5 miles or so. It felt GREAT! Sure we were lightheaded and sweating like crazy...BUT it was a great bonding moment for us and I felt so accomplished. He told me he was proud of me *blushes* Yup...Im a sucker! lol

[PinkieLee]

Originally Posted by little_ms_sunshyne

Today was my weigh in for the week...3lbs gone! I have also fallen back into my regular workout routine and treat myself to the sauna afterwards...I know I know, it is freakin hott outside BUT for some reason the sauna makes me relax and helps me meditate. My stress level has definitely decreased! Working it all out.

WOOOHOOOO I am so freakin' proud of you honey! 3 pounds is amazing! Whatever you are doing... it's working! Keep up the great work! And I loved how you and your brother got in some exercise but the bonus was bonding time... LOVE that!

[PinkieLee]

You know, one amazing thing we have here, is that although we are all on the journey to a healthier lifestyle, some of us are taking different routes. There is no ONE WAY to do this....what works for some, might not work for others. I'm glad that we are all able to come together to support & encourage eachother along!!

For me, I needed the accountability of WW. In my life, I have NEVER actually kept track of what I eat throughout the day. Call it living in denial, because maybe I didn't really want to know every single thing I ate during the day. Journaling & figuring out points makes me focus on what I'm eating and WHY I am eating (stress, boredom or hunger).

The main thing I struggle with is my emotional eating. The slightest thing can trigger my binges. But since I started WW, I am able to catch myself before I start to slide down that slope. Somedays are harder than others.

I know that I'm having to retrain my brain after 38 years on how I relate to food.

[JustJo]

Originally Posted by PinkieLee

You know, one amazing thing we have here, is that although we are all on the journey to a healthier lifestyle, some of us are taking different routes. There is no ONE WAY to do this....what works for some, might not work for others. I'm glad that we are all able to come together to support & encourage eachother along!!

This is sooooo true.
I think it's great that we can each find what works for us, share tips and be encouraging....love it!

[Thinker]

Originally Posted by ZimmygLrL

I am now having plain Chobani Greek Yogurt with six red cherries and an 8oz glass of chocolate soymilk for breakfast. The yogurt is very bitter and I am not sure if I will be able to finish it. Thank goodness it is only a 4oz bowl.

I really enjoy plain Greek yogurt with small bits of diced apple mixed in; I use a red Delicious apple because of the sweetness. I'll add a little more than half of a small apple in a serving of yogurt, and it seems to be just enough to balance out that bitterness you're talking about.

Originally Posted by Anya/Georgia

I have made it to lunchtime now. My breakfast was approx. 3/4 cup of oatmeal with about 20 raisins, one peach mid-morning and one cup of coffee with 1 teaspoon of half-and-half (refuse to give that up).

I won't give up my half-n-half either. I've been using the fat free variety for years now.....not sure if you've tried that or not??

Originally Posted by Nina

I have a strange, or at least it feels strange to me even though I am the one doing it, weight change behavior...I buy any of the junk stuff I want...I bake any of the sweets 'n stuff I get into my head to bake...I have stuff in the house, sweet and savory...if I Don't buy it, or order it at a restaurant, or bake/make it I will eat whatever I have and get more...for me, I can have it around, I can make it and not even take a bite...two weekends ago I was grumpy and was going down to get some carrots...and, I bought a pie, a good handmade pie they sell here, that was sunday...on wednesday I gave it to my Great Pal from across the street...not a bite was gone...

I am also good at taking one bite of something, and throwing the rest away...
I clean out the cupboards often and make bags of 'treats' which I then leave at places where folks who might enjoy some treats hang out...I get what I need from getting it, and someone else can have the final enjoyment from it...

I admit it's not the most economical way to change what I eat, or maybe even a way that makes sense to anyone but me, but it does work...same at a restaurant...I never, ever finish what I order...the more food that is on the plate, the less of it I will tend to eat...I don't ever take home food from a restaurant...

I am kind of interested in Jo's friend's eating plan...I am going to actually print it out and think it through...I like the whole thing of having stuff to chew on, a lot, and it sounds like there are a good bit of options included in the plan...

the happier I am the lighter I become...

Two things...

Your "strategy" and your post about it made me laugh. Hey....whatever works, huh?

Also, the plan Jo's friend uses reminds me of when I followed the USDA's food pyramid (I think it's a "plate" now though) about 5 years ago. I lost 20 lbs. so easily just by following what the pyramid said I should have each day.......and yeah.........I felt like I was eating throughout the day. What I really liked is that I never felt full and I never felt hungry; I was always just content.

Originally Posted by PinkieLee

Journaling & figuring out points makes me focus on what I'm eating and WHY I am eating (stress, boredom or hunger).

I like the points thing too; it really works for my type A self. Like you, it has......without me really thinking about it.....gotten me to look at what I'm eating and when and how I can get the most bang for my buck. In the end, I'm making better choices and re-discovering foods I've always liked that are so good for me (like tuna salad).