Much Needed Return to Routine
November 4, 2007
I HOME!!! YAY!
The wedding was fun but it’s nice to get back to normalcy. I do have to say, all the dancing practice with the toddler paid off. He was the hit of the dance floor!
As for my eating…
bleh, Bleh and BLEH!
I did horrible. I noticed something this weekend. When I’m busy and out of my element I tend to eat just because food is there not because I’m hungry. (well duh) But to make it worse if I do get hungry I make bad choices. For example at the reception cocktail hour there was a fruit and veggie plate, a cheese plate and a host of fried appetizers. What did I eat? You guessed it, everything but the fruit and veggies. I was in that out of body, self-denial, it’s only the weekend special event mode. You know, the “It’s there, I’m hungry so I might as well treat myself” mode. I also hit the brownies REALLY hard. But man they were good!
HOWEVER
That’s a big however. (did you notice) ;~)
I DID go to the hotel gym the morning of the weekend. I know I didn’t work out enough to counter act the enormous amounts of food I consumed but I did it and I’m counting that as a big Non Scale Victory (NSV). I also hit the gym tonight and did 30 minutes on the bike.
So I’m ahead of the game on workouts but I need to get my diet back under control. To help, I made a huge pot of veggie chili similar to Vegetarian Chili over Spaghetti Squash (I’ll post an updated recipe soon). This way I have a bunch of healthy lunches for my long days at work. Preparation and planning is key, so I also stocked up on healthy snacks from the grocery store.
I’m ready to face this week! You with me?
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On November 5th, 2007 at 1:14 am Kristin said:
Hey Roni,
When you get the “time”, ha!… Maybe you could do a post on your typical day (eating wise) while beginning and during your weight loss?
On November 5th, 2007 at 9:13 am Deidre said:
Absolutely with you!! I’ve had some pretty crappy weeks lately and I am ready to get back on track! Let’s prove we can do it!!
I found your blog about 3 weeks ago and I absolutely love it! Your site is full of great information and I love your recipes!! I also love that you are truthful with us about the bad days, too! It is helping me not to give up the fight!! Thank you!!
On November 5th, 2007 at 9:16 am Missy said:
Actually thank to you I’m with you! I happened upon your website and said to myself “This is it. I have got to do this.” I signed back up for weigh watchers last friday and I couldn’t be happier. Thank you for being such an inspiration!!!
On November 5th, 2007 at 9:24 am iwanttolovemybody said:
Yes I am with you. My stepdaughters baby shower is over, that was yesterday, and I am done with all the prep for that so i need some normalcy too and concentrating on the plan to get these LBS off!! It is my time NOW!
On November 5th, 2007 at 11:39 am Anonymous said:
Hi Roni,
It sounds like you are already on track with your planning and cooking up the batch of vegetarian chili.
Quick suggestion … you are a lifetime WW member, that’s a huge accomplishment. Go to a weigh in with your favorite leader and use them to help with your motivation.
Just a thought…
On November 5th, 2007 at 1:39 pm Jenn said:
Yes, I’m with you – last week was horrible, but this one is starting out great.
Can I ask…what are you planning for Thanksgiving? I am supposed to do ours (have never cooked it before) and would like to stay OP as much as possible!!
On November 5th, 2007 at 2:26 pm BeLightFul said:
Hi Roni,
I am so with you. i realized that my main reason for failure is taht I am nto spending enough time planning. i go with the day, and count points as i am eating them. Well, in the evening I get hungry and i dont have enought points, and lots of fruits and veggies will not do.
SO last night, I took 10 min. with the timer tick tocking and I planned my food intake for today. Of course, I started with the hot cocoa and popcorn evening snack, then My yummy morning shake, with 1 pt. muffin, then I worked in the rest of the day. Today I am munching away at the food, knowing what i had and will be able to have. I am empowered. I own the day. The junk in the lunch room, lots less tempting, because i have my plan. feeling good!!! So yes, I am with you!
On November 5th, 2007 at 3:28 pm Anonymous said:
Roni,,You are such a inspiration,,..I am OLD..(57),,young at heart..following the points religously,,work out HARD every other day 40 mins cardio/and weigh training..pants are baggy..I NEVER weigh myself,,have NO idea howmuch I’ve lost,,but after 8 weeks of absoletuely NOT ONE Candy,,cheese,,finally go a compliments,,Bottom line I have been doing PERECT but my weigh loss is minimal,,Any suggestions,,or is itmy age,,just ain’t happening anymore..THANKS
On November 5th, 2007 at 7:59 pm hiding a skinny girl said:
I have the same, “eat with no reservations” affliction when I’m on vacation, at a party, etc… I’ve got to figure out how to stop that madness!
On November 6th, 2007 at 1:10 pm Jewely said:
Don’t forget to count all of the calories that your burned while dancing with the toddler and chasing him around the wedding!!! The changing of the time has me in a funk! As the weather turns cooler and the days are shorter, I find myself wanting to snack all night long on unhealthy junk like Halloween Candy. Again, thanks for your amazing site! I check it almost daily!