Anyone want to shape up in 2018? A continuing journey.......

FoxyRedLa

Ok folks. I didn't do well with the office treats today. But haven't had any more. Took the kids trick or treating which did involve some jogging and I did 30 minutes cardio. It in no way makes up for what I ate, but hey what can I say.

Back to the norm tomorrow.....till thanksgiving! 

rgambs

I feasted on a wide range of vaguely Halloween themed foods and candies.

No shame.

rgambs

Monday morning: 183.5
Tuesday afternoon: 179.0
Wednesday morning: 183.5 
LOL I feasted!

markymark550

I have complete shame for yesterday. Not for candy though. Was my wife's birthday and we splurged for some heavenly cheesecake. That slice was soooo good and soooo bad at the same time lol.

Gonna do some extra squats, deadlifts, and more cardio today as penance for yesterday. 

FoxyRedLa

I'm back at work trying to stay strong. Haven't even gone near the left over treat area! Avoiding! I was outta control yesterday. Which is fine like gambs said, just I have goals haha and those treats won't help me get there. Stay strong people!

rgambs

markymark550 said:

I have complete shame for yesterday. Not for candy though. Was my wife's birthday and we splurged for some heavenly cheesecake. That slice was soooo good and soooo bad at the same time lol.

Gonna do some extra squats, deadlifts, and more cardio today as penance for yesterday. 

One slice???
There's no shame in that.

markymark550

rgambs said:

markymark550 said:

I have complete shame for yesterday. Not for candy though. Was my wife's birthday and we splurged for some heavenly cheesecake. That slice was soooo good and soooo bad at the same time lol.

Gonna do some extra squats, deadlifts, and more cardio today as penance for yesterday. 

One slice???
There's no shame in that.

It was Cheesecake Factory, so 1 slice was probably 1300 calories. So, yeah, shame...

rgambs

I ate a fun size snickers, Reese's Cup, and three musketeers, 1 large piece of cake, 1 tootsie pop, a bowl of jello, and a sugar cookie.
After a dinner of pig in a blanket, baked beans, mac and cheese, stromboli, and 3 deviled eggs.

oftenreading

markymark550 said:

rgambs said:

markymark550 said:

I have complete shame for yesterday. Not for candy though. Was my wife's birthday and we splurged for some heavenly cheesecake. That slice was soooo good and soooo bad at the same time lol.

Gonna do some extra squats, deadlifts, and more cardio today as penance for yesterday. 

One slice???
There's no shame in that.

It was Cheesecake Factory, so 1 slice was probably 1300 calories. So, yeah, shame...

What's the point of life without being able to enjoy food we like without shame?

rgambs

Agreed.
Even if I gotta skip lunch to get it, I'm eating that cheesecake with nothing but pure pleasure.

When I'm mindful and appropriately hungry for it, delicious food is like a drug, it's like being on shrooms.  Perfect focus on sensory delight.

rgambs

There's a reason chocolate is likened to and associated with sex!

Never been to the cheesecake factory, but cheesecake is an all time favorite.
I prefer cheesecake with a blueberry or strawberry topping.

markymark550

oftenreading said:

markymark550 said:

rgambs said:

markymark550 said:

I have complete shame for yesterday. Not for candy though. Was my wife's birthday and we splurged for some heavenly cheesecake. That slice was soooo good and soooo bad at the same time lol.

Gonna do some extra squats, deadlifts, and more cardio today as penance for yesterday. 

One slice???
There's no shame in that.

It was Cheesecake Factory, so 1 slice was probably 1300 calories. So, yeah, shame...

What's the point of life without being able to enjoy food we like without shame?

That's the problem though. I've enjoyed a lot of food for a long time without doing much to counteract it.

rgambs said:

Agreed.
Even if I gotta skip lunch to get it, I'm eating that cheesecake with nothing but pure pleasure.

When I'm mindful and appropriately hungry for it, delicious food is like a drug, it's like being on shrooms.  Perfect focus on sensory delight.

rgambs said:

There's a reason chocolate is likened to and associated with sex!

Never been to the cheesecake factory, but cheesecake is an all time favorite.
I prefer cheesecake with a blueberry or strawberry topping.

I enjoy eating there. From appetizers to meals to cheesecakes, I've not had anything bad there. It can be relatively expensive though, as you could easily drop $100+ for a couple depending on how much you order. Closest one is an hour away, so it has to be a planned trip. We've never done it, but you can have their cheesecakes shipped to you. I got the salted caramel and it was definitely decadent and delicious.

I paid my penance today, so I don't feel that guilty anymore. I may not be able to walk tomorrow though. Judging from today, my squats and deadlifts have really improved the last couple of months. I'm ready to get to the point in my workout program to retest my 1 rep max. If I can get in enough sessions, may be able to do it the week after next.

FoxyRedLa

My belly has been outta whack. On day 2 now. I am cranky!

Cranky!

guacamolejoe

rgambs said:

There's a reason chocolate is likened to and associated with sex!

Never been to the cheesecake factory, but cheesecake is an all time favorite.
I prefer cheesecake with a blueberry or strawberry topping.

Love cheesecake! It's one of the only "poisons" I allow myself to indulge in. Maybe 2 times a year. I try to think of food as FUEL for your body. Makes it easier to try to eat healthier. Well at least it works for me. 

rgambs

guacamolejoe said:

rgambs said:

There's a reason chocolate is likened to and associated with sex!

Never been to the cheesecake factory, but cheesecake is an all time favorite.
I prefer cheesecake with a blueberry or strawberry topping.

Love cheesecake! It's one of the only "poisons" I allow myself to indulge in. Maybe 2 times a year. I try to think of food as FUEL for your body. Makes it easier to try to eat healthier. Well at least it works for me. 

I get that, I'm too much of a sensualist to adopt that mindframe.
I'm not sure I would choose a longer span of healthy life if it meant giving up delicious foods like cheesecake.
Our time in this life is so friggin short, and that works as an argument for both sides lol


This week has been goodbad.  Or maybe badgood.
Yeah, that's the one.
I have eaten mostly like a normal person, no extremes on either end.  My workouts have been great, I had to skip Wednesday and Friday but my days on have been killer.  Slinging weight and burning miles everyday.
Today I didn't lift, I just did 6 miles in 65 minutes on the treadmill.  That's a new best for me.
Not losing weight, but feeling pretty good.  

FoxyRedLa

Guac, I've ate poorly for so long I look forward to Friday's! Can't wait for dinner! I do notice several foods don' do it for me anymore and I'm disappointed and then just look for something else to fill the void.

I'm now going to stick with Halo Top ice cream and so far pistachio and candy bar are my favs.

Iv'e almost lost 20lbs from educating myself some about food, meal prepping my breakfast and lunches, and at home workouts.

I'm still hung up on this cardio vs weight training. Going to try an at home workout Piyo. Focuses on continual movement of pilates, yoga, and flexibility. The lady that developed it said it will cover cardio and strength training and stretching in 30 minutes. Gonna give it a go to keep mixing it up. It's a 60 day challenge. I'l be happy with any results

rgambs

Halo Top is good enough, but just barely lol
Better than Arctic Zero!

rgambs

180.9<183.5<185.1<187.7

guacamolejoe

Beat myself up 2 weeks ago. Tried to run a little(very little)for the 1st time in 16years, since my injuries. Bad idea! Between the little bit of running & a little bit of twisting, I wasn't able to walk for a week & was pretty much restricted to couch time. Should have known not to participate,(Dr's recommendations), but wanted to try & see what I could do. Won't be a next time. At least I was able to get back to the gym, albeit a light workout, a few days ago. Outside activities will be restricted to some biking & snowboarding(when it snows). Body just can't take much else. Will continue to visit the gym sometimes, & maintain what I can. 

FoxyRedLa

Swimming is always enjoyable!!!