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Hi, I guess I can add my name to the list of people who decide to lose weight at the beginning of a new year. Actually I have been trying since November. I have been following a very low carb diet. It has been great for carb cravings but not so great for sustaining.
I decided I need to moderate the amount of carbs I eat, but not so low that it is not pratical for my lifestyle. In comes No S. I believe that this will help relax the boundaries a bit without allowing me to go overboard.
I have been reading up on moderation. I think No S and moderate carbs will mesh nicely.
Do you moderate your carb intake?
I decided I need to moderate the amount of carbs I eat, but not so low that it is not pratical for my lifestyle. In comes No S. I believe that this will help relax the boundaries a bit without allowing me to go overboard.
I have been reading up on moderation. I think No S and moderate carbs will mesh nicely.
Do you moderate your carb intake?
Hi CDee, I am quite new here, but I do find that meals with a good amount of protein are better at carrying me from one meal all the way through to the next. Also I feel much better with meals with chickpeas/beans/lentils than I would with white toast and jam for example. But if my family cook me pasta for dinner I definitely eat it!
The good thing about this system is it fits in with lots of different ways of eating. But what I am hearing is it works best long term if we don't add too many extra rules.
The good thing about this system is it fits in with lots of different ways of eating. But what I am hearing is it works best long term if we don't add too many extra rules.
I have been having the same experience - realising just how often I usually eat. Sometimes this week things are in my mouth before I have even consciously registered what I'm doing. I have had to spit things out a few times!
I know what you mean about the bad foods as well. But I am really enjoying the freedom to try different recipes for mealtimes.
I know what you mean about the bad foods as well. But I am really enjoying the freedom to try different recipes for mealtimes.
Kate
Yes, the freedom I have had this week is amazing. I feel I can sustain this much better than the rigid very low-carb diet I was trying to follow.Wahine wrote:I have been having the same experience - realising just how often I usually eat. Sometimes this week things are in my mouth before I have even consciously registered what I'm doing. I have had to spit things out a few times!
I know what you mean about the bad foods as well. But I am really enjoying the freedom to try different recipes for mealtimes.
I can't believe I will be having my first S day tomorrow. I had one fail this week on Monday. The rest of the week was nice. I learned some things to do and not to do. I enjoyed all my meals. I didn't restrict what kinds of foods I ate (except sweets of course) just how much and how often I ate. I even made it past the dreaded 3:00-I-need-a-pick-me-up hour. I admit though that I did chew gum to get me through it. I hope that isn't cheating.
I am wondering how I will handle the S day. Will I go hog wild? Will I have restraint? Will I try to eat 5 different sweets? Will one sweet be enough? Can I eat a reasonable portion of a sweet without wanting more and more? There is some fear about tomorrow. But it is an Sday, so Iwill remind myself that there is no failure, just learning.
I am wondering how I will handle the S day. Will I go hog wild? Will I have restraint? Will I try to eat 5 different sweets? Will one sweet be enough? Can I eat a reasonable portion of a sweet without wanting more and more? There is some fear about tomorrow. But it is an Sday, so Iwill remind myself that there is no failure, just learning.
I believe I can do this!
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
My first Sday...well it was....interesting.
I didn't go hog wild, but I did eat more than a reasonable portion of sweets. I made rice krispy treats with my little boys. I had a good amount of them. I did stop once I started to feel icky. I realized afterward that they really aren't the kind of sweets I enjoy. It made me ponder the idea of qualifying sweets. Is it worth it to eat something mediocre just because it's there? Or should I wait to eat sweets that really satisfy me? What sweets really do satisfy me? Instead of planning for a sweet, should I just allow them to occur naturally if they happen to be a part of a given S day? That is what I will think about tonight. I am probaby overthinking it, but I tend to do that.
I didn't go hog wild, but I did eat more than a reasonable portion of sweets. I made rice krispy treats with my little boys. I had a good amount of them. I did stop once I started to feel icky. I realized afterward that they really aren't the kind of sweets I enjoy. It made me ponder the idea of qualifying sweets. Is it worth it to eat something mediocre just because it's there? Or should I wait to eat sweets that really satisfy me? What sweets really do satisfy me? Instead of planning for a sweet, should I just allow them to occur naturally if they happen to be a part of a given S day? That is what I will think about tonight. I am probaby overthinking it, but I tend to do that.
I believe I can do this!
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
You're doing great and it's normal to think about those S days a lot. In the beginning I really needed them to be a little crazy. I didn't always enjoy all that eating but it got me through the N days. In fact I looked forward to my N days.
Now a year and a half later or so I really have no desire to have wild S days. Took me long enough but now I want my S days to look much more like my N days with a few planned treats thrown in there if I'm really craving them or if I'm going out to dinner or something but I like to be open to the idea that I could have an S day without any treats or snacks. It doesn't panic me like it used to.
That's a long way of saying you're S days will be sane & satisfying at some point. When you are ready. That is key.
Best of luck
Linda
Now a year and a half later or so I really have no desire to have wild S days. Took me long enough but now I want my S days to look much more like my N days with a few planned treats thrown in there if I'm really craving them or if I'm going out to dinner or something but I like to be open to the idea that I could have an S day without any treats or snacks. It doesn't panic me like it used to.
That's a long way of saying you're S days will be sane & satisfying at some point. When you are ready. That is key.
Best of luck
Linda
SW: 210 lbs
CW: 172
GW:160
CW: 172
GW:160
Lpearlmom, I tried really hard not to spank myself for overeating the sweets. I have to trust that it will get clamer. I have read through many journals on this board and see that most people do clam down after some time.
I believe I can do this!
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Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
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Current size is 14
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I agree, don't beat yourself up about a bit of S Day Girl Gone Wildness
I, and many others, quickly learned that two days of free for all would undo a week of hard work. Reinhard certainly doesn't advocate going wild on the S Days but I have read many, many posts over the years where people literally stay up until midnight on Friday so they can start their Saturday gobbling.
Better to moderate all seven days is how I approach it. Should a treat or something be a part of a given day, I eat it. Regardless the day of the week. However, the harder I work to eat "clean", the less treats seem to present themselves.
You are doing fine, stay the course.
I, and many others, quickly learned that two days of free for all would undo a week of hard work. Reinhard certainly doesn't advocate going wild on the S Days but I have read many, many posts over the years where people literally stay up until midnight on Friday so they can start their Saturday gobbling.
Better to moderate all seven days is how I approach it. Should a treat or something be a part of a given day, I eat it. Regardless the day of the week. However, the harder I work to eat "clean", the less treats seem to present themselves.
You are doing fine, stay the course.
Berry
Week Two (Jan. 11)
Monday SUCCESS
Tuesday SUCCESS
Wednesday SUCCESS
Thursday FAILED
Friday FAILED
Monday SUCCESS
Tuesday SUCCESS
Wednesday SUCCESS
Thursday FAILED
Friday FAILED
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I believe I can do this!
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
I honestly was afraid of what would happen today. I thought I would not be able to go back to the N day routine after two days of eating too many sweets. I actually had no trouble at all. Amazing! In the past those two days surely would have carried on for another 3 or 4 days.
I had a great Monday!
I think I like the No S Diet!
I had a great Monday!
I think I like the No S Diet!
I believe I can do this!
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
It can be kind of a relief to get back to N days can't it? I think the NoS is sustainable long term, because of the S days. Looking at the forums, it seems like the number one reason people actually fail is they decide to go on a different, maybe faster, diet instead. Not that they fall off the wagon on this one.
There's a big difference between a planned, time limited break and thinking that the rules are broken anyway, so might as well continue the bender for a few more days. I'm just saying that I am having the same experience, that getting back to the N days is surprisingly easy.
There's a big difference between a planned, time limited break and thinking that the rules are broken anyway, so might as well continue the bender for a few more days. I'm just saying that I am having the same experience, that getting back to the N days is surprisingly easy.
Kate
Nope, totally allowable, and a strategy many use to avoid snacking. (Just make sure the sugar is a teasp or so, so it's not actually a sweet!)CDee wrote:If you drink a hot drink after dinner (tea or cocoa), does it count as seconds or a snack?
-Sonya
No Sweets, No Snacks and No Seconds, Except (Sometimes) on days that start with "S".
No Sweets, No Snacks and No Seconds, Except (Sometimes) on days that start with "S".
Thanks. Whew!osoniye wrote:Nope, totally allowable, and a strategy many use to avoid snacking. (Just make sure the sugar is a teasp or so, so it's not actually a sweet!)CDee wrote:If you drink a hot drink after dinner (tea or cocoa), does it count as seconds or a snack?
I believe I can do this!
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
I had another failed day. I have to ask myself why. Why did I fail today and yesterday? I will be considering this over the weekend.
The weekend...more S-days. I should be excited, but I feel nervous and guilty. I know I have been thinking of ice cream today. I know I would love to have some tomorrow. But I already imagine myself eating the whole pint and I am not sure I can bring myself to buy it tomorrow. *sigh*
The weekend...more S-days. I should be excited, but I feel nervous and guilty. I know I have been thinking of ice cream today. I know I would love to have some tomorrow. But I already imagine myself eating the whole pint and I am not sure I can bring myself to buy it tomorrow. *sigh*
I believe I can do this!
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
Hmm. I've already bought a pint of ice cream for this weekend. Not only do I fully expect to eat the whole thing, I expect to eat it all in one sitting.
I'm looking forward to it.
You had 3 green days and 2 failed days -- and if I'm reading your posts right, these were small fails, not a total off-plan day.
Could it just be a matter of getting the hang of things? Most folks aren't perfect from the get-go when taking on a new plan.
Admittedly I've had an easy time of it but I have no kids and no spouse and (these past two weeks) I've done no socializing. There's no comparison.
I'm looking forward to it.
You had 3 green days and 2 failed days -- and if I'm reading your posts right, these were small fails, not a total off-plan day.
Could it just be a matter of getting the hang of things? Most folks aren't perfect from the get-go when taking on a new plan.
Admittedly I've had an easy time of it but I have no kids and no spouse and (these past two weeks) I've done no socializing. There's no comparison.
Hi CDee, sounds like you are doing well. There are bound to be some red days but get back on the case on the next N day and it will get easier. That is one of the things I am loving about No S - it is getting easier as I go on rather than harder.
re the low carb thing. There is only so much you can have in three meals especially if you are having protein and veg as well. I am loving being able to have bread with meals - in the past I would have then gone on to finish the loaf as I like bread so much! My old slimming world habits make me aim for 1/3 carb, 1/3 protein and 1/3 fruit or vegetable on the plate. (now I can have some butter too!). I admit my weight loss on No S is slow but I think that I can stick to it (hopefully even once it is for maintenance) and that is much more important.
Have a good S weekend
re the low carb thing. There is only so much you can have in three meals especially if you are having protein and veg as well. I am loving being able to have bread with meals - in the past I would have then gone on to finish the loaf as I like bread so much! My old slimming world habits make me aim for 1/3 carb, 1/3 protein and 1/3 fruit or vegetable on the plate. (now I can have some butter too!). I admit my weight loss on No S is slow but I think that I can stick to it (hopefully even once it is for maintenance) and that is much more important.
Have a good S weekend
3 tasty meals a day and loving it
Day 14 Sday
B: smoked sausage link, 1 scrambled egg with cheese, hasbrowns, coffee, cream
L: tossed salad, ranch dressing, oven fried chicken wings
S: 1 sugar cookie, a whole mess of cashews, coffee, cream, 1/2 slice buttered bread
Didn't want anything else after that.
I compared how I felt today with how I felt yesterday. I had a whole lot more sugar and starches yesterday. I felt horrible yesterday...grouchy, sluggish, unmotivated.
I will not give up sugar. I will not demonize it. However, I realize I feel better with less of it. I will have to balance out my sweets with something that is just as satisfying, but it can't turn me into a carb-zombie. This will have to be a mod...I guess. It's not fair to my family or me to feel the way I did yesterday. I found that the cookie paired with the cashews and coffee was very enjoyable. The coffee slowed me down. The cashews had that crunch/texture I like to have for dessert. I will try something similar next weekend and see how I feel.
B: smoked sausage link, 1 scrambled egg with cheese, hasbrowns, coffee, cream
L: tossed salad, ranch dressing, oven fried chicken wings
S: 1 sugar cookie, a whole mess of cashews, coffee, cream, 1/2 slice buttered bread
Didn't want anything else after that.
I compared how I felt today with how I felt yesterday. I had a whole lot more sugar and starches yesterday. I felt horrible yesterday...grouchy, sluggish, unmotivated.
I will not give up sugar. I will not demonize it. However, I realize I feel better with less of it. I will have to balance out my sweets with something that is just as satisfying, but it can't turn me into a carb-zombie. This will have to be a mod...I guess. It's not fair to my family or me to feel the way I did yesterday. I found that the cookie paired with the cashews and coffee was very enjoyable. The coffee slowed me down. The cashews had that crunch/texture I like to have for dessert. I will try something similar next weekend and see how I feel.
I believe I can do this!
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
I have been using the HabitCal since starting on Jan. 4. Right now I track my No S compliance (of course), and I also track my fitness...which is not so great. I have to get a better plan for that. Today I am going to add another category. I have been enjoying the freedom that my N days offer. I love not having to count or track things, but I still have this tendency every now and then to look around the internet for nutritional information and to find diet blogs and such. I don't want to do that anymore. I don't want to know how much protien or carbohydrate or calories is in a particular food. I don't want to be tempted to try other programs or add in unnecessary restrictions. So my goal is to give up all nutrition calculater/data and all diet websites.
If someone asks me "How many calories do you eat?" I want to honestly say, "I don't know."
If someone asks me "How many calories do you eat?" I want to honestly say, "I don't know."
I believe I can do this!
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
Day 15
FAILED
I jumped into some greek yogurt at 4:00. I had an extra serving of mac-n-cheese at dinner.
Where are my green days? Come back to me!
FAILED
I jumped into some greek yogurt at 4:00. I had an extra serving of mac-n-cheese at dinner.
Where are my green days? Come back to me!
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I believe I can do this!
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
Day 16
SUCCESS (Yay for green!)
No Diet Websites also was a sucess today. I am going to starve the diet monster inside of me.
SUCCESS (Yay for green!)
No Diet Websites also was a sucess today. I am going to starve the diet monster inside of me.
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I believe I can do this!
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
Day 17
FAILED
No Diet Websites: SUCCESS
I am going to starve the diet monster inside of me. (I want to remind myself of this everyday!)
FAILED
No Diet Websites: SUCCESS
I am going to starve the diet monster inside of me. (I want to remind myself of this everyday!)
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I believe I can do this!
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
Day 18
SUCCESS
No Diet Websites (NDW): SUCCESS
I have found my go to breakfast. I have been toying around with foods and portions trying to find a quick meal that would hold me until lunch time. I think I have found one.
It is an open-faced bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich on sprouted grain bread. I eat this along with 1/4 cup of blueberries and a dollop of sour cream. Very delicious and filling.
I am going to do the same testing for another breakfast and at least 2 lunches also. I want a few meals that I don't have to think about at all.
SUCCESS
No Diet Websites (NDW): SUCCESS
I have found my go to breakfast. I have been toying around with foods and portions trying to find a quick meal that would hold me until lunch time. I think I have found one.
It is an open-faced bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich on sprouted grain bread. I eat this along with 1/4 cup of blueberries and a dollop of sour cream. Very delicious and filling.
I am going to do the same testing for another breakfast and at least 2 lunches also. I want a few meals that I don't have to think about at all.
I believe I can do this!
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
Day 19
SUCCESS
NDW: SUCCESS
Today was tough because I was home with the little ones. They had a snow day. I had a thought to make this an S day as in snow day. But I didn't. When they had their cookies at snack time I drank a cup of coffee. I will have my cookies tomorrow.
SUCCESS
NDW: SUCCESS
Today was tough because I was home with the little ones. They had a snow day. I had a thought to make this an S day as in snow day. But I didn't. When they had their cookies at snack time I drank a cup of coffee. I will have my cookies tomorrow.
I believe I can do this!
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
Day 20
S-day
B: slice of french toast, bacon
L: oven fried chicken wings, tossed salad (lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, ranch)
S: 2 chocolate chip cookes, cashews, coffee, cream
Going to have a glass of milk before bed tonight. I am hungry but not hungry enough for a full meal.
NDW: SUCESS (I am going to starve the diet monster inside of me)
As I approach week 3 of the program (hard to believe), I am going to set some new goals.
1. I want to be a part of that 21 Day Club
2. I want to start being more dilegent about exercise. I love the website PurelyTwins. They have great total body workouts. I am going to aim for two of their workouts each week. Probably Monday and Thursday. (I will consider more days later on).
3. While I love the idea of being an urban ranger, it is not something I can do with my family's schedule and also because of where we live. So, I am going to strap on my iPod each day and use the pedometer setting. I don't think 10,000 steps is possible. For now I will aim for 2,500 steps each day. If I get more that will be great.
I think these are all modest and doable goals.
S-day
B: slice of french toast, bacon
L: oven fried chicken wings, tossed salad (lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, ranch)
S: 2 chocolate chip cookes, cashews, coffee, cream
Going to have a glass of milk before bed tonight. I am hungry but not hungry enough for a full meal.
NDW: SUCESS (I am going to starve the diet monster inside of me)
As I approach week 3 of the program (hard to believe), I am going to set some new goals.
1. I want to be a part of that 21 Day Club
2. I want to start being more dilegent about exercise. I love the website PurelyTwins. They have great total body workouts. I am going to aim for two of their workouts each week. Probably Monday and Thursday. (I will consider more days later on).
3. While I love the idea of being an urban ranger, it is not something I can do with my family's schedule and also because of where we live. So, I am going to strap on my iPod each day and use the pedometer setting. I don't think 10,000 steps is possible. For now I will aim for 2,500 steps each day. If I get more that will be great.
I think these are all modest and doable goals.
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I believe I can do this!
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
One more diet book!
I have done well staying away from dieting websites and books. I want to focus on this program without being swayed toward other plans. This is a huge deal for me.
But today I had to buy one more diet book for my Kindle.
The No S Diet.
I have been following the information on the podcasts and here on this board. I figured it was time I thank Mr. Engels by buying the book.
I really like this plan. I am hoping and praying to God that I can be successful with this for the rest of my life.
I have done well staying away from dieting websites and books. I want to focus on this program without being swayed toward other plans. This is a huge deal for me.
But today I had to buy one more diet book for my Kindle.
The No S Diet.
I have been following the information on the podcasts and here on this board. I figured it was time I thank Mr. Engels by buying the book.
I really like this plan. I am hoping and praying to God that I can be successful with this for the rest of my life.
I believe I can do this!
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
That was a super-duper SUCCESS - a true No S-er! Well done!CDee wrote:Day 19
Today was tough because I was home with the little ones. They had a snow day. I had a thought to make this an S day as in snow day. But I didn't. When they had their cookies at snack time I drank a cup of coffee. I will have my cookies tomorrow.
I love Everyday Systems :3
13.6.15 124.25lbs
11.11.21 101.00lbs
13.6.15 124.25lbs
11.11.21 101.00lbs
Day 21
S Day
B: hasbrowns, egg with cheese, smoked sausage
S: doritoes
L: leftover oven fried wings, sweet potato with brown sugar
S: sweet iced coffee, cashews
NDW: SUCCESS
STEPS: I surprised myself. I actually took just under 3,000 steps today without really trying. I think I underestimated my starting goal. This was a fairly lazy day with lots of sitting. I think that if I put some effort into it I can actually get 5,000 steps a day (for starters).
It was a good day. I enjoyed my snacks and my coffee treat. No guilt. No shame. No negotiating. Just choosing and eating.
Tomorrow I start my total body workout (goal is 2x weekly). I also want to go for the 21 Day Club. So I am mentally preparing myself to get that first green square.
S Day
B: hasbrowns, egg with cheese, smoked sausage
S: doritoes
L: leftover oven fried wings, sweet potato with brown sugar
S: sweet iced coffee, cashews
NDW: SUCCESS
STEPS: I surprised myself. I actually took just under 3,000 steps today without really trying. I think I underestimated my starting goal. This was a fairly lazy day with lots of sitting. I think that if I put some effort into it I can actually get 5,000 steps a day (for starters).
It was a good day. I enjoyed my snacks and my coffee treat. No guilt. No shame. No negotiating. Just choosing and eating.
Tomorrow I start my total body workout (goal is 2x weekly). I also want to go for the 21 Day Club. So I am mentally preparing myself to get that first green square.
I believe I can do this!
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
Day 22
FAILED
I will try for that green square tomorrow.
I didn't visit any diet websites today!
I took 5,492 steps today!
I did my short workout for upper body today!
I am considering changing my exercise goals from 2x weekly to alternating upper and lower body each day. These would be short workouts. I will see how I feel tomorrow.
FAILED
I will try for that green square tomorrow.
I didn't visit any diet websites today!
I took 5,492 steps today!
I did my short workout for upper body today!
I am considering changing my exercise goals from 2x weekly to alternating upper and lower body each day. These would be short workouts. I will see how I feel tomorrow.
I believe I can do this!
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
Day 30
SUCCESS
Yes, Queenie you are correct.
I am finding that by dinner time I really don't want much. I sort of lose my appetite for meat by then. I am not sure what that is about. I guess maybe a smallish dinner might be in order. If I just try to eat a something starchy I have a hard time stopping. So this is something I must work out.
SUCCESS
Yes, Queenie you are correct.
I am finding that by dinner time I really don't want much. I sort of lose my appetite for meat by then. I am not sure what that is about. I guess maybe a smallish dinner might be in order. If I just try to eat a something starchy I have a hard time stopping. So this is something I must work out.
I believe I can do this!
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
Thanks for cheering me on!
Day 32 (Thursaday)
SUCCESS
Very stressful and emotional day, but I held on to the plan. It was hard though.
Day 33 (Friday)
My first special day since starting No S. My little guy turned 4 today. I enjoyed sprinkled cupcakes with him and the family. It was worth it.
I actually like having Friday as an Sday. I have thought about switching to a Friday/Saturday pattern. I didn't want to tweek too soon. But I might give it a go.
FITNESS UPDATE
I didn't mention this because I have been so undecided about my fitness plan, but I was researching and came across the TTapp boards. I ordered the book and have been using it since Monday. I think I like it. I will see if it feels right for me as the days go by. I will not do something that I can't see myself doin for the next 10 years.
Day 32 (Thursaday)
SUCCESS
Very stressful and emotional day, but I held on to the plan. It was hard though.
Day 33 (Friday)
My first special day since starting No S. My little guy turned 4 today. I enjoyed sprinkled cupcakes with him and the family. It was worth it.
I actually like having Friday as an Sday. I have thought about switching to a Friday/Saturday pattern. I didn't want to tweek too soon. But I might give it a go.
FITNESS UPDATE
I didn't mention this because I have been so undecided about my fitness plan, but I was researching and came across the TTapp boards. I ordered the book and have been using it since Monday. I think I like it. I will see if it feels right for me as the days go by. I will not do something that I can't see myself doin for the next 10 years.
I believe I can do this!
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
I love this age, Merry. Children still get so excited about learning when they are young.
Day 34
S Day
Ate a candy bar and another cupcake. Really didn't want them. I really wanted ice cream. I could have kicked myself for not buying it when I was in the store. Oh, well, I will know what to do next week.
Day 34
S Day
Ate a candy bar and another cupcake. Really didn't want them. I really wanted ice cream. I could have kicked myself for not buying it when I was in the store. Oh, well, I will know what to do next week.
I believe I can do this!
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
Thanks Kitty! I will be sure to let you know what I think of TTapp. Right now I am just doing the 15 minute workout each day until I complete the 14 day bootcamp. I will assess things afterward.
Day 36
SUCCESS
Finally a successful Monday. I think I was all cupcaked out after this weekend.
Day 36
SUCCESS
Finally a successful Monday. I think I was all cupcaked out after this weekend.
I believe I can do this!
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
Day 38
Another FAIL
I know what the problem is....I am so stressed. I am just worrying about everyday things in my life.
But I haven't started diet hopping. Even though I feel that I am the same weight as when I started No S (I am afraid to get on the scale...really), I have not gone back to searching the internet for other diets and miracle foods. That is a victory.
Another FAIL
I know what the problem is....I am so stressed. I am just worrying about everyday things in my life.
But I haven't started diet hopping. Even though I feel that I am the same weight as when I started No S (I am afraid to get on the scale...really), I have not gone back to searching the internet for other diets and miracle foods. That is a victory.
I believe I can do this!
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
Thanks Kittson You are right.
Sadly, I FAILED on Thursday and Friday. This was probably my worst week since starting No S. Well, no guilt for the weekends! I have to just keep walking forward.
Wel,l yesterday was day 40.
I did step on the scale. I had to talk myself into it. I didn't lose weight. I gained 4 pounds.
Also, I decided to give up on the idea of making Friday an S Day for now. I think that if I start changing things I will begin to give myself permission for things that will not help me. Plain ole No S should be fine for now.
Sadly, I FAILED on Thursday and Friday. This was probably my worst week since starting No S. Well, no guilt for the weekends! I have to just keep walking forward.
Wel,l yesterday was day 40.
I did step on the scale. I had to talk myself into it. I didn't lose weight. I gained 4 pounds.
Also, I decided to give up on the idea of making Friday an S Day for now. I think that if I start changing things I will begin to give myself permission for things that will not help me. Plain ole No S should be fine for now.
I believe I can do this!
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
Yay for success! Sorry about weight gain but don't judge the effectiveness of NoS till your compliance is better. I pretty much always Lose at least a little bit on the weeks I'm 100% compliant and that tells me a lot.
Just keep practicing those habits and you'll get there!
Linda
Just keep practicing those habits and you'll get there!
Linda
SW: 210 lbs
CW: 172
GW:160
CW: 172
GW:160
Week Eight
Monday SUCCESS
Tuesday SUCCESS
Wednesday FAIL
Thursday FAIL
Friday SDAY - I was invited to a get together after work with some co-workers. I had fun!
Monday SUCCESS
Tuesday SUCCESS
Wednesday FAIL
Thursday FAIL
Friday SDAY - I was invited to a get together after work with some co-workers. I had fun!
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I believe I can do this!
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
Week Nine
Monday SUCCESS
Tuesday SUCCESS
Wednesday FAIL
Thursday SUCCESS
Friday SUCESS
Monday SUCCESS
Tuesday SUCCESS
Wednesday FAIL
Thursday SUCCESS
Friday SUCESS
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I believe I can do this!
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
Starting at a size 14 (Jan. 2016)
Current size is 14
Goal is a size 8
Haven't read all your posts but am jumping in.
I humbly suggest if you haven't already, start compiling two lists: one of the things you really dislike about overeating, and what you think you will like about eating moderately, especially non-weight loss ones. Give yourself several days to do this.
Then start reading the one that seems the most compelling on a daily basis. I carried the benefits list with and read it often for months and months. It made a big difference. I realized I could not get those benefits I wanted if I kept flubbing up. The reasons would come floating up to my mind in my moments of temptation.
Also, if it helps, know that most people who eventually change their eating go through a few years of adjustment, even if they have a honeymoon at first.
Even a few months ago, I was back to some old habits, eating a quart of ice cream or more at a sitting, and stupid stuff like that. I got a new motivation and that option is off the table. I almost can't believe it. My local market keeps having sales of ice cream and it doesn't even phase me. I can't have something else I want even more if I do that! But I can still have some sweets SOME times, if I want them enough.
Just keep at it! And keep emphasizing in your mind how great if feels when you are compliant.
And what's your option? Will you go back to calorie counting, or eliminate some food group? Accepting that this is probably your best bet can also galvanize your efforts.
I believe in you!
I humbly suggest if you haven't already, start compiling two lists: one of the things you really dislike about overeating, and what you think you will like about eating moderately, especially non-weight loss ones. Give yourself several days to do this.
Then start reading the one that seems the most compelling on a daily basis. I carried the benefits list with and read it often for months and months. It made a big difference. I realized I could not get those benefits I wanted if I kept flubbing up. The reasons would come floating up to my mind in my moments of temptation.
Also, if it helps, know that most people who eventually change their eating go through a few years of adjustment, even if they have a honeymoon at first.
Even a few months ago, I was back to some old habits, eating a quart of ice cream or more at a sitting, and stupid stuff like that. I got a new motivation and that option is off the table. I almost can't believe it. My local market keeps having sales of ice cream and it doesn't even phase me. I can't have something else I want even more if I do that! But I can still have some sweets SOME times, if I want them enough.
Just keep at it! And keep emphasizing in your mind how great if feels when you are compliant.
And what's your option? Will you go back to calorie counting, or eliminate some food group? Accepting that this is probably your best bet can also galvanize your efforts.
I believe in you!
Count plates, not calories. 11 years "during"
Age 69
BMI Jan/10-30.8
1/12-26.8 3/13-24.9 +/- 8-lb. 3 yrs
9/17 22.8 (flux) 3/18 22.2
2 yrs flux 6/20 22
1/21-23
There is no S better than Vanilla No S (mods now as a senior citizen)
Age 69
BMI Jan/10-30.8
1/12-26.8 3/13-24.9 +/- 8-lb. 3 yrs
9/17 22.8 (flux) 3/18 22.2
2 yrs flux 6/20 22
1/21-23
There is no S better than Vanilla No S (mods now as a senior citizen)