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2019 Resolutions
I only have one resolution this year. Cut the crap. That's it. That's my resolution. I have decided that I'm done with fad diets, gizmos, strange recipes that taste like straw, plans that cost only $29.99, or the plan that some girl that Sally did that could work for me too if I was Sally. I'm not giving anyone my money because they could have the solution for me. I'm just done. Don't get me wrong. I'm still dedicated to getting in the best shape of my life by the time I hit 40 but I'm done with all the crap. If it works for you great. Personally I have had enough.
My resolution is to eat clean, get healthy, and get strong. Period. That should be enough. I'm going to eat the things that are healthy for me because I feel better when I eat good things. I'm going to hit a spin class or a gym a few times a week because I feel better mentally and physically when I do. To be honest I don't even think I'm going to count calories because when I do it turns into something for me to obsess about. Plus I really don't see myself in my 90's scanning bar codes then sighing in defeat when the organic store bought raspberries aren't in the data base. I'm not doing anything I can't see myself doing when I'm old and I've given up giving a crap. It turns me into some crazed numbers lady that either eats when she's not hungry to hit macros and counts or I go off the deep end when I'm offered a sliver of cake at someones birthday. Enough already.
I think all the end of the year and new years emails broke me. Maybe it was all the ads in my facebook feed. Oooh or maybe it was all the people taking pics in their sports bras and undies as proof that they had weight to lose on January 1st. If you did this.. it's ok. Personally I get dressed in the dark or scream like a crazy woman when the kids walk in on me when I'm trying to put my clothes on so there is no freakin way I'm catching that before pic. It's just too much drama and crap in my life. No more crap, no more drama, no more gimics, no more, no more, no more.
I weighed in on the first and took measurements. I may weigh in again next month. Can I stay on fatsecret if I refuse to log calories, refuse to weigh myself weekly or maybe daily, and basically just journal about my efforts to not put much effort into all the crazy crap we do to get in shape?
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Nice write up. Good luck with "cut the crap"
02 Jan 19 by member: liv001
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You do you. Use the Fat Secret tool as you need. I haven't logged my food in several months. I tried intermittent fasting and all the food pictures kill me. We are still here to support you without any of the crazy. Personally, I love your journals - they make me fell like I am not the only one fighting the good fight.
02 Jan 19 by member: RiverRes
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02 Jan 19 by member: jeannieselby
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Of course! This is a place where all sorts hang out! There are people on here who seem to want to GAIN! LOL, lots of people only use the tools they need to accomplish whatever goals they might have and if you already know those things don't work for you...then why would you use them??? I need to see my numbers to recognize when I'm going off the rails but I hardly ever journal...and some people journal every day and never seem to log a meal! It's "use whatever tools you need" around here!!
02 Jan 19 by member: katies71
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I hope I'm wrong, but it sounds like you're giving yourself a reason to quit. If so, I'm sorry to see you go. I'll miss your humor. If not, YAY! I don't often say this, but I really want to be wrong. :)
02 Jan 19 by member: LZenn
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I don't log anything, I don't count calories, it isn't effective for me and does become something I obses about. I think doing something you can do for the rest of your life is a good plan. The most success I have is when I make myself rules, eat off a small plate, no eating off of any children's plates or their snacks, no taking seconds. Only get a snack if my stomach is actually growling. Then I allow myself to eat what I'd like. I eat healthy for the most part so this works. When I follow these rules I have success, and it doesn't feel miserable, and I don't throw myself into defeat mode. Ones I feel like I messed up a real plan I want to throw in the towel all together and completely give up. Good luck, and God bless!
02 Jan 19 by member: lovingmomma
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Oh and remind yourself everyday that the mistakes of yesterday are just that, don't dwell on it, just restart and follow your rules all over again that day even if you messed up before. I tend to want to give up if I've had any sense of failure and go off the rails so this I have to remind myself.
02 Jan 19 by member: lovingmomma
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Going back to basics and focusing on a balanced diet is a good step. It doesn't sound like you are quitting, just taking the time to learn what is going to work best for you.
02 Jan 19 by member: ConiMN
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A few years back I lost 160lbs just by the old fashion calorie counting so that's what I'm doing now. Just old school I guess.Good luck with whatever way you choose.
03 Jan 19 by member: weezer58
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Sharing a link to a couple who do a vlog on YouTube, the Collets. They have lost 130 pounds each and kept it off for over five years. What I really like about this couple is first and foremost, they were actually obese--not just a little bit overweight but obese, as I was. So, they understand not only the diet journey but the psychological and emotional issues that come with losing and gaining weight. They have had a channel for 3-4 years and have documented their weight loss journey. What they eat, how they exercise and, I think most importantly, how they deal with the emotional issues that have come up during the journey are very helpful and, at least for me, very affirming. In particular, I like that they have documented the changes and tweaks they make to their eating plans along the way because the reality is what I ate when I started the weight loss journey over 20 years ago and needed to lose 100 plus pounds is very different from what and how I eat and how I move now. It is different because I am different. I am older, my life, my job, my body, my hormones, everything is different. And it is going to keep changing.
Surrender is the place where many of us who have struggled with obesity finally start the journey to getting well. Welcome to the life boat. :-)
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9H0jn1nFVZwW2_O0zq9Eiw/videos
03 Jan 19 by member: TtinaBee
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I feel the same way, I am just making small decisions everyday to be a healthier me.
03 Jan 19 by member: skwhite
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@tinabee, ty for insightful comment. I am going to check out the collets!
03 Jan 19 by member: jengetfit123
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Hi - remember me? I will come back later after work to finish your journal. Hope all is well. Took me 4 years to come back. :)
03 Jan 19 by member: Neptunebch1
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03 Jan 19 by member: Bentley1229
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Hey this journey is for you and no one else! I have not weighed in - in over 40 days. But.. I am still here to give support and receive it when needed as well. This is a lifelong journey you have to do what works for you in the long term.
03 Jan 19 by member: LC313
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It is about portion control and burning more calories than you eat every day. Simple
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Yes ... you can! You can do anything you set your mind to. You are worth it. Cut the crap and eat clean and journal your heart out! Here's to us and our new year and cleaning the slate for new and improved us!
03 Jan 19 by member: Mom2Boxers
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I thank all of you for your comments. I wish everyone a great year and lots of support! God bless!
05 Jan 19 by member: weezer58
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