Everyday Systems

So tonight marks the end of the first week on No-S!

What have I learned/modded/etc. so far?

I realized that a small "snack" at night when I take my insulin is helpful to keep my glucose from going too low, so I'm not counting that as a snack - it's a nanomeal (is that a term yet?).

Otherwise it seems that I am having the easiest time limiting my eating to three main meals.

I am using the Habbits app on my phone to track 4 things.

• 1) Eating only three (main) meals. All green.
  2) No between meal snacking. Four days green. One red day.
  3) Meal quality - a quick decision as to the quality of what I chose to eat, portion size and whether or not I had seconds. Two green days. Three red days.
  4) Exercise - specifically walking. All red days.

I have not weighed myself. I only want to do that once a week.

I suppose that's not bad for the first week.

Welcome--sounds like you're doing great! Nanomeal is a thing now & definitely fine esp since it's necessary for your health. Consistency is the key.

Love your sign-off btw.

Linda

That is great work on your first week.

No S doesn't actually say 3 meals, it's just implied. Having a 4th mini (or nano) meal is absolutely vanilla! The main thing is that it is planned ahead and part of your routine.

Well done! I agree with iron and linda!

That is a great first week! Figuring out what works for you and making small changes is really the key to your long-term success. And, tracking is really helpful in establishing the habit, too. Keep up the good work!

Weighed myself today. 274 - so that means I have lost a total of 10 pounds in three weeks of WW and one of No-S.

1) 3 main meals and a nano:
2) Nothing between meals:
3) Meal quality: better than the last few days
4) Instead of reporting this, I'll just tell you if I have walked that day.

Now for two S days! I have a neighborhood reunion on Saturday, so I'll do most of my S-eating there.

Have a great weekend!

Um... I certainly overconsumed on Friday. Doughnuts, Chinese - the works!

While I'm at it, Saturday too. > insert raspberry<

I'm supposed to not feel guilty but I do anyway.

However, I'm back on track and green all around since.

Mark it and move on!

Yesterday was awesome-ish.

I walked almost 5 miles!

I ate two slices of pumpkin pie.

This morning I weighed myself, no change up or down. It could have been worse.

My legs hurt but the weather is too good not to go on another walk.

Yes, I love being outdoors when the weather is nice! Great job on the walking. For the pumpkin pie - yum! I hope you enjoyed it. Don't beat yourself up over it - it's over and done with. Get right back on track, and you'll be good to go. Keep up the great work!

Not eating well because I'm self-medicating with food.

One Day At A Time, No Guilt and Move On

I will, however trumpet walking 4.75 miles on Sunday and a brief, but strenuous walk in the woods yesterday to blow off some frustration.

It doesn't even have to be one day at a time, just focus on this one in-between meal time. All you need to do is make it to the next meal and you are back on track - you can do this!

Great job with the walking, that will definitely help blow off steam.

I hope you feel better.

Thanks for the encouragement!

Tuesday morning's weight = 270.5
Total weight loss = 14.5

I didn't go (as) hog wild over the weekend as I did before, so that definitely helped. My usual weigh in day is Thursday, but I think I'll just do it randomly with at least 5 days between weighings.

I did have a big problem with swelling in my legs at the end of last week. I'm sure it's partially due to all the walking, so I rested with my feet up, thanks to an adjustable bed, and compression stockings. They're back to normal now. I guess, I'll have to go for shorter, more brisk trips. I'll skate over to the Urban Ranger threads to look for relevant advice.

Doing well! Tame S days help for sure.