Ok, I’m here to report.
I got my exercise in.
I ate reasonably today.
I am going to brush my teeth and head up to bed to ward off any evening munchies.
The “I deserve to eat” thoughts that go through my head.
I have not conquered the 12 hour diet yet. I have a crazy work schedule on 4 days of the week .... and I am trying to master any kind of normal eating on those days. I do have to concentrate on not eating a ton when I get home at 11 p.m. Something light should do the trick.
Can I do this without dieing????
Small baby steps.
Good for you, Cleda. You took the risk and posted! Like I said in Deb’s journal, I have been a member since 10/06 and hadn’t heard the click. Actually, like I said this morning, and sort of predicted--this has been a most amazing day. At 9PM I’ve clocked an amazing 16,964 steps! I don’t know how--I actually took a one hour nap, and I didn’t get up until 7:30AM.
Please take a look at my journal. Or do a search on Dr. Kris. You’ll see a chronicle of my struggles, with very few successes. But I am really psyched today. I’m learning that you can’t regret yesterday, and you can’t control tomorrow. The last five minutes are past, and the next 10 have yet to be written. Take it one moment at a time, and don’t beat yourself up for the lapses. The click will happen!
Keep us posted on your progress. And I’ll keep you posted on mine.
Kristen
Kris: I will go back and read more of your posts! I have been reading for a few months now ... (here and there as time --- precious commodity—permits!!!) It sounds like you’re really doing awesome these days and that number of steps on the pedometer?? WOW! You go girl!!
Tom: what you say is so true. I just have to stay motivated (more than 24 hours). I do know what I deserve (and it’s not in the form of high fat/sugary/salty food!).... one day leads to another and another, etc, etc.
Its a great way to view it...one day DOES lead to another… it seems like when we blow it, we say to ourselves...hey I blew it, so what’s another day.... and starts the spiral.
The fact that we can live ‘intentionally’ every moment of everyday, with a overall long term goal in mind really helps me… it makes me feel centered, with a purpose, not only in my eating habits, but the way I treat people, the way I view my overall life, physically, emotionally, spiritually, mentally.....
Sound’s like your on a great journey, and have the tools!
So starts the work week and back to the old routine.
I am pleased at how the weekend went! Made my exercise goal and had a little “me” time.
Then again, I had no food challenges (in the form of picnics, etc.)
So, I’m back to life as I know it.
And I have to admit, I’m a little nervous?!?!
I know that sounds crazy, but I am. I woke up this morning a little tired (a normal state for me.) The tiredness is really what gets me. It’s also rainy to boot.
I have to get in a groove of doing some sort of exercise before work (even if it’s only 10 to 15 minutes) and even on rest days (if it’s a stretch or short yoga session!) I know someone mentioned in another thread (poster’s name escapes me right now), that they don’t like Yoga ~ oh it was Candace! (get a mat ... yoga on a tile floor would be tough and yes - Walmart does carry cheap mats. . .lol) ... I don’t care for it either, but I have a few dvds that I do and enjoy for stretching and yoga. (Which is part of that triangle - strength, cardio, flexibility). It’s an important compenent.
I’m great at wasting time on the computer and worrying about things. All things. And I have to learn to stop that. So many things I just have no control over, but working out and what I eat. . . I do.!
That said, I’m off to move . . . Life begins when I Move, right???
Cleda
I’m great at wasting time on the computer and worrying about things. All things. And I have to learn to stop that. So many things I just have no control over, but working out and what I eat. . . I do.!
That said, I’m off to move . . . Life begins when I Move, right???
Cleda
Hey Cleda,
Keep looking for that click. Keep doing what you’re doing. Stop worrying and live each moment in the moment; take care of the moment. It’s “the power of now.” I’m learning that from Eckhart Tolle. Have a good day. (It doesn’t have to be a perfect day--just one that moves in the direction of “more gooder than badder” as Scott says.
Working on the gooder part of the more gooder than badder.
I woke up tired, which is never a good thing. I was able to get to bed early (by 9 p.m.) and sleep ......
Now comes the true test. To keep at this and keep going day after day after day.
One of the reasons I chose Memorial Day weekend to start the 100 day challenge and to post is because I had time. It enabled me to post and get going on some kind of “habit” ... If I do it over and over and over .... it will become routine!
I know what you mean. When I am working, I have traditionally put everything else in front of exercise and taking care of myself. Now that I’m on summer break, I have the time to devote to this. So I really understand your challenge. I believe the key is to schedule your exercise first. Do your homework, as Scott says, and make sure you prepare. The MTM theme song goes through my head a lot....
When life gets in the way,
I’ve got a plan and I’m OK
Standing tall and feeling proud;
don’t want to wait, I want it now.
The past is in the past--
my body, mind and spirit are growing fast.
So pick me up, and teach me how--
the LIFE I CHOOSE IS STARTING NOW!
Quick Saturday post before I head off to get my day started.
I have been MIA the last two days. Back to the long work days.
Eating has not been too good. Ok, ~ last night was awful!
Lucky for me, I’m keeping the not-so-good-food out of the house, so my choices are limited!
I’ve had two rest days from working out and today is a must. Something. Move.
I went back and reread the rules for the 100 day challenge (I tend to do this frequently ... Thank you Carlyn for sticky-ing them!) ..... 1-3 rest days are permitted. I can do this. I can put one foot in front of the other .... More gooder than badder.
June is starting on Sunday and I think that I need to begin tracking and writing my food down. Whether I do it on paper, whether I do it at the dailyplate.com or whether I do it at Fit day ... I need to be accountable for portions, for amounts, etc. THe weight is not going to come off by wishing it off. (darn!)
I have received several brochures for upcoming centuries in August and I think I wil register for at least one (possibly two ....) the problem being, they are on Sundays, so I need to request off from work. They are two sundays in a row. :-( I’m thinking on this.
So that’s it for me for now. I will be back later, as I must post, I must work out and I must determine how/when/where I’m tracking (but keeping it simple!!!!)
Tracking your food is a great way to keep you accountable-if only to yourself!
Short posts work too, and they only take a minute when your short on time, and so they are easier to committ too.... good or bad! - more accountability!
Hey Cleda,
Don’t give up. Take one step at a time.
I listened to a recent podcast of Scott’s that reminded me that a DIET is NOT a hunger strike. I am able to eat good, tasty food, and I haven’t felt deprived a bit. (Remember that sticky toffee pudding I told you about from the pub? I ate that, met my goals below, and STILL stayed within my calorie count for the day. I have set a couple of goals for my eating that allow me to eat what I enjoy and to stay within my daily calorie intake (that I track on SparkPeople.com). My goals are:
1) No fast food or eating in the car
2) Eat at least 80% REAL (non processed) food and no more than 20% processed food per day.
3) Eat 4-6 servings of fruits/veggies per day.
4) Eat 2-4 servings of whole grains per day.
By giving myself these guidelines, I am looking at what I CAN eat, rather than what I SHOULDN’T eat. I’ve been keeping to these few goals and I feel great.
And like you said, remember--"more gooder than badder.” It is a process, and you can do it!
Kristen
The cool thing is that this is as easy, or as hard as you want it to be! If you decide this is simple, that 20 minutes 4 times a week is easy and very doable, then it will be! And soon it will be as natural as taking a shower and brushing your teeth are.
Bree: I have a bike trainer in my den (and my treadmill and ball and weights and kettlebells and BOSU and Rebounder ... not my elliptical, that’s in my computer room! I use the bike on the trainer in the winter. In the spring/summer/fall, I’d prefer to ride outside. Soooooo I do other stuff to fill in the gaps. Be it kickboxing, circuit training, weights, etc ......
My real issue is time. . . as is the case for most people. I work 2 jobs. Some days I leave the house at 7:45 a.m. and don’t get home till 11:00 p.m. There is no time in there where I can work out ... So, I have to do it at 5:00 a.m. before leaving or at 11:00 p.m. when I get home. Sometimes I can get longer workouts in on Wed. (my day off from both jobs .....) but scheduling is key. I get literally exhausted ....... Sleep is another key factor in diet and exercise and I can only run on 4-5 hours a night for so long and my brain and body say: GIVE IT UP .....
Of course, then we get into the emotional eating cuz I"m tired .... you know the vicious circle. Top that off with life, kids, dh, pets, household stuff. . . you get the picture. But, my situation is not changing any time too soon and I need to address my issues ...ALL of them! It can be done. Just needs focus and dedication. Soooooooooooo here I am! Making my life style change.
Don’t get me wrong, I’m not complaining. . .I am grateful that I am healthy enough to work 2 jobs. And that in this day and age I have 2 jobs!!!! But it is more crucial than ever to plan and stick to it .... cuz when I’m tired ??? I can just say forget it!!!!
I am also glad that I have stayed consistent with working out (even through the weight gain) in the past few years, cuz I’m still able to go out and cycle centuries and have fun!!!!!
