Getting Back on Track

Hello:  I have never posted on here before, but have been reading posts for a long time.  I really need to get back on track.  I had my WLS in 2003 and have kept off 110 lbs.  I have never reached my goal weight and have gained about 30 lbs from my lowest, but still manage to keep off 110 lbs.  I really struggle with Chocolate.  It is my addiction.  I can go days with out it then I have just one bite and I am off of the wagon.  I thought maybe if I could come here and be accountable, that maybe I could head in the right direction.  I will lose about 3 lbs during the week, but the weekends are my worst enemy.   I am going to start the 5 day pouch test and come here if its ok to be accountable.  I appreciate any encouragement.  I think everyone on here is doing a wonderful job at their weight loss journey.  If it s Ok I will post my eats on here to help me be accountable too.  Thank you for reading.    Mary

Hi Mary,

Welcome !  I don't post often, but, I read the posts almost every day for food/meal ideas.  I went to myfitfesspal.com to keep track of EVERY bite that goes in my mouth, that really helps me with the accountability factor.  I decided to start the new year with a new me, so far so good.  I haven't had any bread !  I make lettuce wraps, it gets kind of messy sometimes, but, that's ok too :-)

Think of this as a new adventure, keep a journal with your weight and measurements, make small milestones and have rewards when you reach them...NOT CHOCOLATE   :-) !!!

I can't do much in the way of exercise due to so much spinal deterioration and arthritis, but, i think anything where I'm moving  is good !

PS :  I don't even have bread in the house, if I don't have it I can't eat it, could you maybe do this with chocolate ?   Remember, if you do fall down, just get back up and finish what you started, you can do this !!!

Marla

 Mary, welcome to the group. I found that allowing myself very dark 85% chocolate does the trick for me.  Also chocolate cravings may indicate you need more magnesium and serotonin (the feel good hormones). 

Every time I start craving one type of food -  I google that to see what my body may be missing (though bread and pure sugar - are just my triggers - and as long as I don't eat even a bite - I am fine) 

Mary first I would like to congratulate you on successfully keeping off 110 pounds.  I just started posting to this group a few days ago for accountability  and support.   I know exactly what you mean weekends are the worst for me also.  I really find that I have to be extremely strict, there is not such thing as one piece, or one bite.  I love chocolate also, and if I buy a bag of the mini ones, I would eat the whole bag.  Maybe one day I have more Will power.   I plan to post daily.   Pat your self on the back, you have taken the first step to a new and healthier you.   Good luck.

 

 

Hi Mary,
Welcome a board, I new to this group, and these folks are wonderful! With a lot of good feedback and suggestions!
I am in the same boat with you!! I have a regained of 30lbs. and I am on a mission to get it off! ( slowly but surely....it's coming off)
I had to let go of my "apple martinis" and it's been really hard I must admit, but I want the wl more! so I had to make that choice.
And yes I am going a tad stir crazy with out, ;-( that crutch. And maybe one day, but not today. I am taking it day by day! and one pound at a time! The weight is coming off, I just have to give it time & patience. So don't beat your self up, it's okay, you are here now. I originally lost 130lbs. came down from 354lbs. to 222lbs. (stalled) and then looked the other way, but now even 7yrs. later, I never made it to goal, either but now I have a new goals, not just one, but several. You can do it, you did it before right? you have the same tool, we all do. Another downfall I had, was not weighing in regularly. I ran from the scale because I did not want to know the truth, and yes the truth does hurt, but I can make this okay, I can learn from my mistakes, and re-claim some new weight loss! with new goals in place. So stay for awhile and keep us posted on your journey. Chat soon- jbug

Thank you everyone for the words of encouragement.  I have survived so far day 1 of the 5 day pouch test.   I did walk 2 miles today outside. 

My eats for today:

B-Protein shake

L-Protein shake

S-1/2 an apple

D- Protein shake

S-1/2 an apple

I will most likely have one more protein shake around 8:00pm.  This will make my total calories for the day at 924, Carbs 90, and Protein 98.5.  Thanks again for the support.