Start a Small Streak
Good Morning Maryland ..
I wanted to stop in to say hi .. and ask how many of us here are setting new goals this year ?
I for one am trying really hard to keep bad carbs out of my life .
I have been doing well so far , but as we all know .... things tend to creep back into our lives .
I have made this a small goal .. as If I set large ones .. and get overwhelmed I tend not to do as well .
Below is an article that sorta stuck out to me . I wanted to share it with those that may be wanting to or are sticking to changes and goals .
Just know you can do this . Keeping on track .. and sticking to the basics is first choice in healthy weight control .
Have a great day !
Tink
Start a Small Streak
Public Streaking Encouraged
-- By Mike Kramer, Staff Writer - SPARKS PEOPLE
From your first Fast Break to quick and easy exercise ideas, the
SparkPeople program relies heavily on the power of consistency. More
than anything else, it emphasizes the idea of creating (or breaking)
new habits through small actions over time.
Consistency can be helpful, but it can also be motivating. When it
takes the form of a streak, consistency is an underrated way to get
your blood pumping again. Keeping a streak alive, even for a short
time, is an instant power boost. It breeds confidence, builds
momentum and puts you on the winning side again if you're starting to
feel yourself slide.
Some people gravitate toward streaks. They get a rush out of seeing
how long they can go without drinking soda and a sense of
accomplishment from exercising for 60 days in a row. These people do
well with daily streaks.
Other people are a little more wary of streaks. The idea of doing
something every day can be intimidating and stressful to some. That's
okay. We've found that these people can still benefit by trying a
weekly streak, as in "I will walk 3 times a week every week for 20
weeks."
If you're feeling a little unmotivated, or you want to give your
program a jumpstart, or if you just want to set a challenge for
yourself, choose a small streak today and add it to your program. The
more consistent you can be, the more results you'll see!
Some pointers on starting your own streak:
Set a goal for your streak. A specific number is more clear and often
more motivating than leaving it open-ended.
If you break your streak, don't get discouraged. Just try to outdo
yourself next time. Streaks aren't about perfection. They're about
doing better.
Remember to reward yourself along the way as you reach streak
milestones, and especially when you reach your goal or personal best
streak.
Streak in public. Just by telling others what your streak is, you
create some positive peer pressure to follow through. Plus it gives
others the opportunity to help.
Start off with something you know you can succeed with, but don't
already do regularly. Think of a small habit you'd like to make or
break.
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Thanks for that Tink! The goal that I set for myself, starting two weeks ago, was to cut down on the amounts of sugar that I am taking in. I realized that I do not dump from sugar, and I let myself go a little crazy with the miniature/snack size Kit Kat and Twix bars. They are now banned from my shopping cart and my home! I'm 15 days "sober". 
Weight at Surgery (7/6/07) - 410
Weight at Start of Pregnancy (3/08) - 268
Current Weight - 270
The new love of my life!
Marcus Taylor, born 1/13/09
Weight at Start of Pregnancy (3/08) - 268
Current Weight - 270
The new love of my life!
Marcus Taylor, born 1/13/09
Gurl ... my weakness is Chex Mix .. I made some thinking I would be good .. yea right .. I am still a Fat girls sometimes .. so I have to get it out of my house too .. Not yet sober .. LOL .. but will be as of tommorow !!
Good Luck to you .. I know you can do it !
Tink
Proud Obesity Help Bariatric Life Coach
Proud Obesity Help Support Group Leader
Fighting Daily the Disease We Call Obesity !
www.obesityhelp.com/group/LifeStartsWLS08
www.vawlsevents.com
Helping Others Find Their Way to a Life They Deserve!
Hi Tink,
Thanks for posting that! I have to do the same once the baby is born. Since I am pregnant I crave sugar Aall the time and bad carbs. I will have to definitely stick to a very strict plan since I got pregnant so early out from surgery and I lost out on the honeymoon phase.
Best of luck with you!
I am who I am and accept my feelings wholeheartedly.
Those that mind don't matter, and those that matter don't mind.
Cira 249/144.0 current/goal 154/ 5'3" 10 lbs below my Dr's goal
You can do it beautiful ! if you need some help with your meal planning once the baby is born, let me know . And the baby is what is important right now , and you can have great nutrician with it . You just need to look at all you put in .. WOW .. A baby .. how great is that .. you are so blessed !
You are never loosing out on this . Trust me .. whether you are 18 months out .. or 4 years , you can always use your tool to loose the weight .It is all about disapline and accountability .
Please keep us posted on how you are doing !!
Hugs,
Tink
Proud Obesity Help Bariatric Life Coach
Proud Obesity Help Support Group Leader
Fighting Daily the Disease We Call Obesity !
www.obesityhelp.com/group/LifeStartsWLS08
www.vawlsevents.com
Helping Others Find Their Way to a Life They Deserve!
Thank you for the support Tinkl!!
I have been taking good care of myself and I am happy to report that all my blood levels are great and the baby is growing right on target!!
I will definitely take your advice and again thank you!
Hugs,
I am who I am and accept my feelings wholeheartedly.
Those that mind don't matter, and those that matter don't mind.
Cira 249/144.0 current/goal 154/ 5'3" 10 lbs below my Dr's goal
YA know Jen .. even if you do have one .. it is not the end of the world . I have 3 Oreos a night . Why .. because I know if I deprive myself .. it could get bad and there may be a time when I eat the whole bag .. so a couple a day .. keeps the entire bag away !
And I can hear how loud they call .. I am there everyday .. but I refuse to go back to the old ways .. and the old- unhealthy me ..
Just keep your water , exercise, protein and good food choices .. and it will be all GOOD !
Hugs,
Tink
Proud Obesity Help Bariatric Life Coach
Proud Obesity Help Support Group Leader
Fighting Daily the Disease We Call Obesity !
www.obesityhelp.com/group/LifeStartsWLS08
www.vawlsevents.com
Helping Others Find Their Way to a Life They Deserve!
My God Jen, we're twins. The mini-Twix, mini-Kit Kats and the little bags of peanut M&M's are the DEVIL! 
They talk to me too! I thought I was the only one! 
They talk to me too! I thought I was the only one! Weight at Surgery (7/6/07) - 410
Weight at Start of Pregnancy (3/08) - 268
Current Weight - 270
The new love of my life!
Marcus Taylor, born 1/13/09
Weight at Start of Pregnancy (3/08) - 268
Current Weight - 270
The new love of my life!
Marcus Taylor, born 1/13/09
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