So, billions of people worldwide swore to swap out daily desserts for healthier foods~~
They vowed that 2012 would be different and it just might be but I'm curious how January went down.
How did it go food wise? Were your food choices better during the week than on the weekends? If so, what are some of your personal hindrances? Are there any goals you set out to accomplish but found trouble achieving. If so, what do you plan on doing differently in Feb? Was there any new goal that was surprisingly easier than expected with your food goals?
Have you found or created any cool recipes?
I'll spill my beans:
ReplyDeleteI decided not to eat any bread, chips or crackers of any kind and I made it through January successfully; however, I did have some days of wanting something on that list. I called it going through withdrawal. Indeed it got easier with time but a quick swift of pizza reminded me of bread this week.
I fell off of drinking my water at a consistent level but bounced back today. My hardest weekend challenge is drinking adequate water for some odd reason. Perhaps not being on a schedule has something to do with it but no excuses is my motto in 2012. I'll get my act together in Feb.
I decided to cut down on my snacking, try my hand at starting to run (easier said than done), and water. I find that when I am overwhelmed with work, or school, I immediately snack. While, I have cut back a lot, recently with my thesis coming up, I just have been stressed, so yes, I have started snacking. Water, in a whole, is just not tasty, which is why i have difficulty some days. I only have time with my schedule, and kids, to work out three days per week, so I try to make the best of those days. I plan for February to increase the water intake, increase my strength training, and focus on intensity of workouts rather than quantity.
ReplyDeleteShanika, thanks for commenting AND your honesty with the questions above. It can be a challenge but simply working with what we have to the best of our abilities is best. You may want to try lemon in your water since drinking it plain is not getting it. Also, your goals set forth for Feb are great. Planning is everything will all that we juggle.
ReplyDeleteDon't be a strange on here...
Definately will not be a stranger! Interesting insights on here, and will enjoy reading your post, and commenting. Will certainly try the lemon.
DeleteLet me know how the lemon experimentation goes (lol).
DeleteSome days I'm pretty good with the water...others, not so good but, mostly good. I hate the frequent bathroom breaks(they seem to be getting better)Some days for instance yesterday, I was hungry but, don't want what I have in the house(mostly healthy foods) other days I'm not hungry but, know that I should eat something. My goals were to eat more raw veggies....been doing ok(works well at work)I would really like to find more time to workout...my oldest son drains me when it comes to homework time...after homework time I wanna take a shot(liquor)and have a high fat and sugar snack and just lay there! I feel that I'm making excuses but, if I don't stand behind him, he will be repeating 5th grade. My 4 year old don't give me as much work! My energy level is very low however, I'm still willing to work out but, that's where time is a factor.
ReplyDeleteRifa, I totally understand. I know your boys are in a private school so his school work is pretty advanced even in 5th grade along with the need to stay on him to ensure he passes (that is very important). Yes, it will get better with the bathroom trips once we stay consistent with our water. And no ma'am, sitting on the couch with a "shot" along with high fat foods will not give you energy or get you to your fitness goals. Exercising=increased energy!!
DeleteSo my goals for January was to log all my food and cut back on starches. I thought this might be a difficult task because I'm a bread lover, but I managed to do it pretty well. I cut out all things white and If I do eat starches, I try not to at dinnertime. Logging with My fitness pal has been a God Sent. A lot easier than I thought. Kinda feel like it holds me accountable for what I eat. And at times I find that I get a bit paranoid. It's like I eat something and I gotta go work it off. Crazy I know :( I'm turning into an over acheiver and it's driving me crazy! Can't do Zumba tomorrow and all kinds of crazy things are going through my head. In a way I feel like I'll kill my progress. *sigh* I need a shrink.
ReplyDeleteNiqua, you do not need a shrink at all. Those thoughts are very common in ladies who finally decided to get healthy (so do not sign up for one--please). Great job with the starches and not eating them at dinner time(unless you just ran before dinner etc). The body needs complex carbs after running which is something to keep in your memory box once you get there. No Zumba today??!!! Just do some low impact floor exercises at home during the same time you would be in Zumba. There are hundreds of exercises online to choose from. Continue to log via My Fitness Pal and enjoy the journey.
DeleteThanks Shonda. Today I'll be heading down to the community gym to walk on the treadmill.
DeleteI'm a chocolate lover and its hard to keep walking at the grocery store when I see chocolate ice cream or even chocolate bars (I should be ashame of myself, I know)For months I've been saying that I'm going to get healthier and get in better shape but I kept procrastinating until motivations came left and right on FB and on twitter...Its like I couldn't run away from it. Ok Lord, I hear you lol. For February I plan on reducing my ice cream intake and focus more on fruits and vegetables. I also want to try the protein shake you guys recommended. I want to get a membership at the gym and continue with my Zumba. Gotta keep motivated that my family will see the change and will want to do the same. THANK YOU!
ReplyDeleteWow Toya!!! So grateful for your honesty about being a chocolate lover and an avid lover of chocolate ice cream. Admitting we have a problem is the first step (LMBO) to recover. Well Feb is here so it's time to increase your healthier food options and reduce that addiction with chocolate (we'll get through Feb. together).
DeleteI really didn't set any food goals this year. It's a continuous journey refining my food selections to keep a healthy lifestyle. One goal I did give myself was to consistently use coupons in my grocery shopping. That has been challenging. While I cut coupons and take them with me I don't always find them useful. But I am successful (january) in not giving up the challenge.
ReplyDeleteCurious, how long are you cutting out bread?
Ms. S, refining is a good habit to have indeed.
DeleteAs it relates to my bread strike (lol), I'm unsure right now. For now, I'm at least continuing until my Earth Day!!
Legs are really aching after exercise class. Is it ok to continue working out while its hurting? The pain is bearable but is it safe to continue. I know I can google all this, but I prefer to hear ur knowledge on the situation...lol
ReplyDeleteToya,
Deletewhat kind of exercise (s) did you do? If it was weight lifting, I would suggest you hold off working the same muscles for at least 24 hours. But if it was a cardio class, you may simply need to stretch pretty well and keep it going (but make sure you didn't twist anything).