Healthy Eating Checkin 07/10

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lorihart

Cathlete
Hi Everyone,
I thought it would be nice to start a new thread.Hopefully there wasn't one started and I didn't see it:eek: I went to the other thread and I was going to post there, but I figured....just as well to start a new one.
Things are going good today.I really need to concentrate on eating "healthy".You know..the healthy we knew growing up.Instead I get caught up in everything else.The low carb,low fat and I go to plan a meal and the next thing I am thinking,"is that to many carbs"?I really need to start focusing on eating balanced,healthy,filling meals.Does anyone understand what I am saying? Sometimes I don't make sense :)
I have eaten good today so far.I think last night was my breaking point.I can remember when I was a little smaller and I would get a little belly pooch,not much but enough to know that it wasn't there 2 weeks ago,I would then cut back,everything in moderation, or not eat in the evening after dinner.And it always worked.Before I knew it,it was gone.Oh....the good ole days, when I had motivation.I let everything run its course.If it took two weeks,it took two weeks.But now I want everything to work over night. I have had this belly pooch for to long,I don't fit into alot of my jeans like I once comfortably did and I need to do something about it.It may only be 5-8 lbs but its more then I want.The next thing I know, I will have 10 lbs then 12 lbs to lose.
I am hoping that eating healthy is going to get me where I want to be.It always worked before.I hope my metatoblism isn't changing:-(
Anyway....the dog won;t get brushed in this rain.It isn't very nice here.I am working all day so it isn't as bad.
How is everyone else doing? Anything new happening?
Lori:)
 
I have been trying to do Cathe's general advice of 6 small meals a day, about every 3 hrs. I have a hypoglycemic problem that this seems to take care of and I have more energy and level energy all day with no 'tired' spells.

Without making a big dealie out of 'calorie counting', I try to keep it to about 250 each meal so that day's total is no more than 1500 or so. If sometimes it is more or less, I don't care. It sems to be working. I am not a scale jumper, but clothes are getting looser and I can see more definition, so I know fat is leaving somewhat.

I know that pooch, Lori. My whole fam has it, even when thin, and even those who have not had babies, etc. It's the last thing to go, isn't it. And takes a lot of work. My SIL's baby is not quite 2 mos, and she has a perfectly flat tummy already. My 'baby' is 18 yrs old and I still feel like I'm fighting it. Arrggghhh. ;(
 
I know what you mean.A friend of mine had a baby April 2.We went shopping for clothes about 1 month ago and her belly was flatter then mine and my baby is 8 yrs old! About 8 monthes after she had her first one she was rail thin,eberyone thought she wasn't eating but she just said that she wasn't eating junk b/c she didn't want to give the baby gas. I dunno....I think I would have to indulage a little.She is someone who as alot of willpower as well.Don't you hate it though when people who DON'T workout, have prefect bodies? Probably my biggest pet peeve, besides for dirty dish water left in the sink.
Lori:)
 
I think its a good time for a new thread Lori! I will say I don't worry about carbs anymore being a vegetarian...or Lacto vegetarian..:)...I had such a great experience today I just have to tell. When I went vegetarian the first problem would be eating out. I ate out at a mexican restaurant today and they offered a vegey burrito! It was perfect except maybe for the flour tortilla. It was filled with pinto beans and rice and smothered with mushrooms, onions, and bell peppers. I would think the sauce might have a bit of saturated fat in it....and of course I did eat some chips and salsa...:9 but after a 9.3 mile trail run I was not worried and so happy they offered something vegey!!....:)...Carole
 
Oh my goodness Carole, you are quite a runner! I'm glad you find something vegetarian on the menu. I like to make things with tortillas, and Whole Foods makes awesome whole wheat ones. They're maybe 120-130 calories and 5g fiber, completely whole wheat- and yummy.

Gina
 
Hi Lori,

I do understand what you mean about eating healthy, bit not according to some low carb or low fat diet. I'm still having sleeping issues, and I woke up at like 4pm today. I was bummed and felt like it was too late to exercise, although I definitely could and should have. I munched on cookies, too :( I did however, decide on a protein drink- Spiru-tein vanilla. I haven't tried it yet, but it sure smells good lol!

Oh- and I know what you mean about people not exercising and looking buff. I guess a lot of it is in the genes. You hear a lot about people who can eat whatever and not exercise but look fit. Then you hear people say that when they get older, it'll catch up. But then I see people who are older, and nothing has caught up! Boo- if only it were so simple!

And another oh- I also understand what you mean about wanting to see body changes immediately. It's like after I do a Cathe weight workout, I feel so pumped and strong and want to see my muscles looking cut immediately- that doesn't happen, though lol.

Gina
 
Im glad someone understands me:) I did really good yesterday, until I baked a cake for the 3 kids I had in my house.Although I didn't eat much dinner b/c it was awful.I bought one of those frozen lasagnas and it wasn't very good.So I just ate my salad and a little bit of pasta.So...then I had to taste the cake I just baked! I did alright after that though.DH had a snack before he went to bed but he ate it on his own.
I am going to do High Step Training now and I may try to go for alittle run sometime this afternoon.I am going to try and get more workouts into my schedule.I haven;t worked out since Thursday night...very weird for me.
I will check back later.I hope eveyone as a good day!
Lori:)
 
Gina, I have run for a very long time and really enjoy it...especially trails! In the "Eat to Live" book there was only one recipe I tried that had tortilla's and they were corn, but I do prefer wheat flour one's myself, thanks for the suggestion and I will look for those...:)...Carole
 
Good Morning Everyone,
I have been up for a little while (surprisingly)I use to LOVE getting up early in the morning...now I just love my sleep way to much! But I have to work at 11 so I needed to get up early,drink my coffee and workout.
Yesterday went o.k. The good news is ,I threw out all of the sweets in my kitchen.That will make everything a little easier.
I was browsing the internet while drinking my coffee today and I came across the eating for life plan again.I have the book upstairs and I have managed to flick through a few pages.Everytime I come across it I want to try the challenge (again).There have been a few threads started around here with the BFL challenge but they soon die off (sadly).Its probably not best to join one b/c when you think other people are being slack then you think you can start cheating as well.Meanwhile,people have busy lives and may not be able to get to a computer. The plan just seems so sensible.There are no restrictions, only junk food and you can even eat that on your 7th day.
Anyway,I don't want to say I am going to follow it but I am really considering it!
Well,this A.M I am going to do a BodyBlast Timesaver workout and I think I may be going for a run when I get off of work later.Depends on the weather, its been raining here for the last couple of days.:-(
Have a good one,
Lori:)
 
Good morning Lori, I always seem to get up early. I think it's an internal bodyclock! Sometime its good start to start with an eating plan for awhile just to get your body on track, then a few modifications can make it work for you. I think thats smart thowing out the sweets! My downfall is salt...like chips and stuff, but lately I have been doing good with that. I don't crave them anymore. Now if I can just get the craving to stay away for ever....:)...our weather is nice and I'll get in a run too before it gets too hot...:)...Carole
 
My internal bodyclock was always good but since I started a new job last year...its been thrown for a loop! Some mornings I have to work at 6:30,needless to say that the next morning, I don't want to get out of bed.
I got a quick workout in today.I did Timesaver 3.I just had my second meal.I am going to try BFL for week and see how it goes.If I start feeling better or even seeing little changes by the end of the week I will stick to it.I know I won't see anything drastic but if somehing works well with me, it usually doesn't take to long for me to feel better about myself, or maybe my pants will just feel like they have a little more room in them.
I am hoping to go for a run tonight.It is usually 14kms when I go (70min) but DH is really busy this week so he may not be home to watch the child.
I will check back later,
Lori:)
 
Hey Lori,

I'm up also and it's before 4pm- woohoo! I like the feeling of getting up early, but it's hard for me to remember that when I'm all cozy in bed. Actually, I'm wondering if any of you have heard of or use buckwheat pillows. I wake up often with headaches and have trouble getting my neck to feel comfortable on my pillows, so I thought about getting one of those special foam ones. After reading up, I learned that buckwheat pillows are recommended for side sleepers like me- and they are eco friendly :)

I also think BFL is a sensible plan. I don't follow it because I think it is difficult to adapt to vegetarianism. I do like the idea of getting some protein at each meal, but I usually only try to include it in 3 meals and have fruit or something for snacks. Also, the free day killed me when I tried it a few years ago, because I'd go overboard and feel like I ruined the week. Go for it if you think you'll like it!

Have a good day,
Gina
 
I think that the freeday is intended for people who ate alot of junk before they started BFL.Then they will be reminded of how awful they feel after they eat it.I think people,like ourselves, who eat fairly healthy should just have a treat or a treat meal, not a whole day of stuffing our faces.
I love cottage cheese and yogurt so I have no problem getting proteins for my snacks.
Anyway,I need to got home and get ready for a run.It is nice outside now I think...I am in a office!:-(
Lori:)
 
>Hi Carole,
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>Hope you enjoy your run. Have a great day:)
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>Gina


Thanks Gina..:)...I can hardly explain the feeling today when I ran, it seems like after the last 2 years of abusing my diet and now finally getting back on track I felt like my old self when I ran today!! Now I just need to work on speed...:D....I tried one of those Genisoy Creamy Peanut Yogurt bars....YUM!!!!!! (Must be the sugar content!!)....:)...Carole
 
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