Can I get a do-over?? (vent)

[sk8ingmom]

Does anyone else need a do-over for their "back on plan" day?

I decided I would eat whatever I wanted during our 10-day family visit. BUT I'M BACK NOW! (my mind knows this, my stomach/will power aparently does not!)

Yesterday was good...this morning was good...THEN came lunch. My job requires several luncheons a week (hmmm...wonder why I need to lose 30 lbs!) Today was Chamber of Commerce. I was starving and headed to the buffet. All I can say is there were NO low-fat/low-cal offerings so I basically ate whatever I wanted - and it wasn't pretty!

I've lost 20lbs. since Aug. on WW. I was within 10 lbs. of my goal just before Christmas. I feel like I can SEE the end, I'm just having motivational issues. We leave for DCL & WDW in 9 weeks, so I only need to lose 1 lb. a week to reach my goal - if only I can get started and keep going for more than 36 hours!!

Thanks for listening - I'm sure I'm not the only one. Off for 7 hours of tea bo and a brisk 3 hour walk... or maybe I'll just start tomorrow!

 

[ohMom]

i have had that day many a times myself!

i just joined WW online yesterday because i'm tired of carrying this extra weight that I regained over the last year. i'm mentally ready to hit my goal and stay there!

now this morning i sit with aching muscles in my legs from a strength training workout and it feels great! you can do it! hang in there!

are you in a January challenge? exercise or lose 5? i find those threads HIGHLY motivating!

**EDITED to add this i just found on WW online:

food ideas
Lunch Lesson
By Liz Yeh | 9/20/2004


You've finally resolved to lose those extra pounds, and your weight-loss efforts have been going okay — when you're at home. But what do you do when you forget to pack lunch or get stuck in a high-calorie catered meeting? It's harder to stay on track when you're at the mercy of other people's food.

How do you keep from falling off the wagon? Here are some guidelines to help you reach your goal:

Watch your portions. Healthful eating is largely about portion control. If you're given a large portion of a main course, you don't have to eat the whole thing; fill out the rest of your plate with a side order of steamed veggies.

Look at preparation. In the lunch line, skip the pot roast or any other fried, greasy food that will make you feel weighed-down in the afternoon. Instead, head for grilled or steamed dishes. Choose lean sources of protein, such as chicken or fish. If breading or creamy sauces are unavoidable, then scrape them off and add lemon juice, salt and pepper. Alternatively, spice it up — many flavorful options such as mustard, soy sauce and vinegar are calorie-free.

Go for lean. When it comes to sandwiches from the deli, again, stick with the leaner meats (chicken, turkey, even roast beef) and steer clear of high-fat mayo or dressings. Instead of Thousand Island dressing on your pastrami sandwich, use mustard. Choose flavorful high-fiber bread over white.

Soup it up. In general, soup provides some good choices. It's warming and filling, perfect for cold weather or overly air-conditioned offices. Minestrone, lentil, tomato and other vegetable soups are good choices, and cream of anything doesn't have to be off-limits — just reduce your portion size and team it up with a fresh salad.

Vote for veggies. They're ideal steamed, raw or grilled. Have a big salad, but watch high-calorie add-ons like croutons, cheese and dressings. Fruit salads are also a refreshing, healthy choice.

So don't panic the next time you're stuck eating "work food." As in your career, choose wisely and you'll be rewarded for a job well done!

 

[DisneyGirl]

Thanks for the article OhMom! I also have to eat out for work quite a bit, and it's often catered where you eat what you get (and it always amazes me that sometimes, the most healthy thing available is the cookie for dessert!!)

 

[sk8ingmom]

Thanks for the support and advice...and allowing me to beat myself up in public!