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Posted: Tue Apr 30, 2013 4:26 pm
by Sweetness
Sweetness wrote:Just posted this to my testimonial:
As soon as I wrote my testimonial, I thought I should have explained what happened when I relapsed. I'm writing this for my own benefit, because I may soon be in a similar situation as last year, also it may help someone else to avoid the same mistakes I made.
When I started No S, i was quite motivated to lose weight, because i was alarmed at how much weight had crept back on. The first few weeks i was in Minnesota, we are busy there but it was the honeymoon period with No S and I lost about 3 pounds. I usually have a more laid back style of life here in Mexico. When we came to Mexico, it was nice to have the boards for encouragement, because when we first get here in the fall we usually are NOT busy, and I feel a little lonesome. I did well, settling in to a routine here with No S, but didn't get into much exercise, I kept loading my plates pretty full and didn't lose and maintain any more weight loss the six months we were here. When we got back to the states in April, I was So busy right away.... Working 30 plus hours a week, plus 15 to 20 hours of ministry work, alongside with conferences, helping my folks and trying to get together with friends. I actually maintained for a couple months even without posting here on the board. I took 5 trips in July and August, and didn't gain weight, but without accountability, September and October I just lost the habit... And gained 7 pounds!
So here is my plan for success this summer. I will keep up with my "daily" thread. I don't have to post daily but must account for EVERY DAY. Accountability is the most important key to success on the no S habit for me. I decided I won't work for pay more than 20 hours a week, the ministry and family must take priority. I'm also going to make a rule that if I have more than 4 reds in a month, I have to do a 21 day challenge to get back on track. Those have always helped me, and I can do them. I've done 3 this winter. I'll also keep up with the running at least 3 times a week. So far this habit has been self motivating for me, i missed only once since I started, and thats this week, the hotel had no place to run, and it was too dangerous to leave the grounds. I just love the way I feel when I run and afterwards, and it's key to losing weight. So that's the plan, it helped me to think this out, hope it helps someone else.
I thought I should repost my plan for the summer... Get the commitment into my head, and learn from what happened last year.
Posted: Wed May 01, 2013 1:11 am
by No BS
Patty, welcome home back to Minnesota!! You sound so happy & excited to back with family & friends.
I love your 3 fails in 1 month = a 21 day challenge rule. It's a wonderful way of preventing things from getting out of hand. Also, I like the common sense in your testimonial.
Good for you!
And I am glad you have a chance to see SOME snow this spring!
We have a blizzard today with +121 km/h winds (highest clocked so far!).
Posted: Wed May 01, 2013 2:31 am
by Sweetness
Posted: Thu May 02, 2013 2:18 am
by Sweetness
Posted: Thu May 02, 2013 9:06 pm
by r.jean
I find that weather changes can affect my appetite. It turned suddenly cold today, and I want to snack. I ate a bigger lunch than I had planned because I was hungry, and I have wanted to eat all afternoon.
You have various changes going on with the move back north that it is no wonder your eating habits are affected.
Posted: Fri May 03, 2013 7:04 am
by sleepygirlzzzz
Wow Sweetness - running through sleet with an umbrella?! Now that's hardcore!
Well done on 8 days so far. I've been thinking of you and the 21 day challenge this morning as I dread my upcoming Friday evening cravings...
Posted: Fri May 03, 2013 9:02 pm
by Sweetness
Posted: Tue May 07, 2013 8:55 pm
by sleepygirlzzzz
Hi,
Just checking in with you to see how your week's been going and to wish you a very green week
Posted: Wed May 08, 2013 12:15 am
by Sweetness
sleepygirlzzzz wrote:Hi,
Just checking in with you to see how your week's been going and to wish you a very green week
Hi
Sleepy
Thanks for asking, I was doing fine till today. So I made it 13 days of success...
Today I kinda let the stress get to me. I did my run around the lake this morning, I'm doing well on going faster, 3 miles in 45 minutes, improved over 55 minutes when I first got back April 24. The weather is beautiful, so that's good. This afternoon I drove my mom and Dad to the dentist, and then went to the grocery store. I marked an extra item on my list before I got out of the car, my car keys must have been on my lap because when I came out there they were on the seat, locked in the car. I just hate that feeling! It's a loaner car, and we never got an extra key because our car dealer friend was looking for a better car for us. So many phone calls and about an hour later, my DS brought my DH over. He has the AAA card and has to be with the car for road service, so we waited another hour for them to come. Meanwhile we were getting bored and hungry, so we raided the bagels and cream cheese. then I pulled out the chocolate. I still made and ate wild rice soup for supper.
Oh well 13 days of success is good, and tomorrow will be day 1 again
Posted: Thu May 09, 2013 7:07 pm
by sleepygirlzzzz
First of all, amazing progress on your running! Really well done.
Sorry to hear about the slip-up but you know the motto 'mark it and move on'
Only 1 more day until the weekend - thank goodness!
Posted: Fri May 10, 2013 10:14 pm
by Sweetness
Sleepy, thanks for the encouragement!
Wed and Thurs, Day 1 and 2 were success!
Posted: Mon May 13, 2013 2:29 am
by No BS
Sweetness, you are such an awesome chick!!
Jogging around in the Minnesota sleet and snow carrying nothing but an umbrella, your Mexican winter tan, and a smile!!
Good grief ..... what a fabulous image!!
And improving on your running times as well. How cool is that!!
Do not discount the caloric load demanded by your body when you go from a warm climate to a cold climate. That is why you want more food, Sweetness. It takes a while for a body to adjust.
Bugger about the car keys. Don't you just hate it when that happens?? And here's to your 21-day challenge. I know you will pull it off with your usually aplomb and panache!!
Posted: Fri May 17, 2013 1:08 pm
by Sweetness
Posted: Wed May 22, 2013 3:42 am
by Sweetness
Posted: Thu May 23, 2013 3:02 pm
by r.jean
You are describing exactly how I eat when I am "being good." I need protein, and if I do not eat enough of it, I tend to compensate by overeating. I am not a big pasta or rice fan although I do like potatoes. I do not eat a lot of bread. So, my meals tend to be meat and vegetables and fruits with some wheat bread products or corn tortillas or occasionally potatoes. Unfortunately, I have a weakness at times for chips and processed foods. I do not have a huge problem with sweets but every once in awhile go crazy with sweets.
If I stick with the meal plan you describe, I am very satisfied. However, those temptations are still out there and I find them regularly.
Posted: Thu May 23, 2013 6:12 pm
by sleepygirlzzzz
Your new food plan sounds great and it's good to hear that you're now feeling more satisfied.
Well done on all the greens so far. Only one more day until the weekend - hurray!
You know what, it's funny that even though we're only doing the 21 day challenge together virtually, it has really helped to keep me on the straight and narrow. I feel like I don't want to let you down. So thanks!
Posted: Mon Jun 03, 2013 2:14 pm
by Sweetness
sleepygirlzzzz wrote:Your new food plan sounds great and it's good to hear that you're now feeling more satisfied.
Well done on all the greens so far. Only one more day until the weekend - hurray!
You know what, it's funny that even though we're only doing the 21 day challenge together virtually, it has really helped to keep me on the straight and narrow. I feel like I don't want to let you down. So thanks!
Sleepy, I guess I dropped the ball on checking in here for the challenge. I have completed 21 plus days. Since I started going to this support group on Tuesdays, I have been recording my eating in a notebook, and have been doing better at controlling portions. Just lacking time to check in here! Hope you found the support you need from others.
Posted: Mon Jun 03, 2013 2:20 pm
by Sweetness
r.jean wrote:You are describing exactly how I eat when I am "being good." I need protein, and if I do not eat enough of it, I tend to compensate by overeating. I am not a big pasta or rice fan although I do like potatoes. I do not eat a lot of bread. So, my meals tend to be meat and vegetables and fruits with some wheat bread products or corn tortillas or occasionally potatoes. Unfortunately, I have a weakness at times for chips and processed foods. I do not have a huge problem with sweets but every once in awhile go crazy with sweets.
If I stick with the meal plan you describe, I am very satisfied. However, those temptations are still out there and I find them regularly.
Sounds like we have the same focus, food wise. I'm not always successful, but it helps the satisfaction a lot if I have healthy fats at each meal, like avocados, coconut or e.v. Olive oil. We also seem a lot alike as far as food weaknesses.
Posted: Thu Jun 06, 2013 4:07 pm
by Sweetness
I have been doing an online interactive Bible study called the Lord's Table and I'm really getting a lot of freedom quickly. Just did day 8. Anyone else done this or are you interested in doing the study? Check it out at settingcaptivesfree.com and then go to The Lords Table. They set you up with a mentor, and the study talks about fasting, but you don't have to follow the fasting or eating plan to do the study. The Bible study is Awesome. I'm going to need an accountability partner eventually, and was hoping to find one here, but would like to hear from you even if you're only checking it out.
I just started a thread about this on the general discussion board.
Blessings!
Posted: Tue Jul 23, 2013 2:22 pm
by r.jean
I see that you are still hanging around, but like me, you are not posting as much. Hope things are going well for you.
Posted: Tue Jul 23, 2013 8:35 pm
by Sweetness
R. Jean, thanks I'm doing well. The Bible study I'm doing has a mentor and accountability which I need, but don't have time for both here and there! I've been jogging 2.5 to 4 miles about 6 days a week now and I feel great. I have lots more energy and motivation. I would like to say I'm losing lots of weight but its coming off S L O W L Y.... which is OK. Hope you are doing well too!
Hey
Posted: Wed Jul 24, 2013 1:11 pm
by tobiasmom
Wow! You inspire me! I have just started the couch to 5k! I would love to be able to do 2-4 miles a day
Posted: Mon Sep 23, 2013 9:01 pm
by oolala53
Hi, Sweetness. Hope your plan is still working for you.
Posted: Thu Feb 06, 2014 11:14 am
by NoSnacker
Oh hi Patty, so glad you are back...I think we started the same year in 2011..(June for me, August for you) I have been gone as well...I gave No S two attempts that lasted about 5 months but this time I'm so loving the whole thing...
I also been following the concepts in this e-book, it's free!
http://dramyjohnson.com/wp-content/uplo ... ohnson.pdf
Posted: Fri Feb 07, 2014 9:33 pm
by Sweetness
NoSnacker, That's nice that you found my old thread and went to the trouble of finding the new one as well! You're the best!