By NCN, on September 1st, 2010%
It’s been a very interesting 7 days.
First, I’ve been away from home for most of the past week. On one hand, that’s been a good thing, because I’ve managed to avoid my old habits. On the other, it’s been a little difficult to focus on food choice.
So, instead of worrying all that much about “what” I was eating, I tried to focus on the “amount” I was eating. All-in-all, I think I did a pretty good job.
There is one thing that I really need to get better at – I like to eat in the car. I don’t know why, but it just feels good to eat a candy bar and drink a soda when I’m traveling. The past few days, I’ve substituted a piece of fruit for the candy bar, and water for the soda. Honestly, though, I really should just stop eating in the car, period. Baby steps.
I’ll have weigh-in data tomorrow morning. Check back to see how the first week went.
By NCN, on March 17th, 2010%
Today’s Progress
Time of day – 3:25 PM
Total points allowed per day – 30
Total points used today – 18
Total points left for today – 12
Total flex points allowed per week – 35
Total flex points used this week –15
Total to lose in 2010 – 47.2 pounds
Total lost so far – 0 pounds
Weight Watchers has a formula for assigning points for specific foods. I am allowed 30 points per day, and 35 flex points, to be used throughout the week, at my discretion. I’ve run the numbers and the calories I’m consuming seem to be in-line with recommendations for several sources.
Yesterday, my son started pitching-machine baseball, and I’m his coach. I got plenty of exercise, running the based, chasing kids, and playing catch.
By NCN, on March 15th, 2010%
Weight Watchers has a formula for assigning points for specific foods. I am allowed 30 points per day, and 35 flex points, to be used throughout the week, at my discretion. I’ve run the numbers and the calories I’m consuming seem to be in-line with recommendations for several sources. So far, I feel great, if a little hungry.
Today’s Progress
Time of day – 11:45 PM
Total points allowed per day – 30
Total points used today – 33
Total points left for today – 0
Total flex points allowed per week – 35
Total flex points used this week –3
Total to lose in 2010 – 47.2 pounds
Total lost so far – 0 pounds
Yesterday’s Summary
Total points allowed per day – 30
Total points used yesterday – 22
Total points left yesterday – 8
Total flex points allowed per week – 35
Total flex points used this week – o
Total to lose in 2010 – 47.2 pounds
Total lost so far – 0 pounds
I went to the gym today and walked for 20 minutes, while my son was having swimming lessons. I also did some jumping jacks and some squats. I’m easing my way back into the exercise routine, really focusing on nutrition for the next few weeks.
By NCN, on March 15th, 2010%
Today’s Progress
Time of day – 9:30 AM
Total points allowed per day – 30
Total points used today – 2
Total points left for today – 28
Total flex points allowed per week – 35
Total flex points used this week – o
Total to lose in 2010 – 47.2 pounds
Total lost so far – 0 pounds
Yesterday’s Summary
Total points allowed per day – 30
Total points used yesterday – 22
Total points left yesterday – 8
Total flex points allowed per week – 35
Total flex points used this week – o
Total to lose in 2010 – 47.2 pounds
Total lost so far – 0 pounds
I didn’t eat quite enough yesterday, mainly due to the fact that I didn’t have any caffeine, and decided to go to bed very early. It felt odd being back on a “diet”, but it also felt good to use proper eating techniques – eating slowly, drinking lots of water – and realizing just how easy it is to eat the right amounts, when I pay attention. Weigh In is next Sunday morning.
By NCN, on March 14th, 2010%
I have decided to give Weight Watchers another shot.
I will track my points – but use my new “eating techniques”.
I will eat slowly, at the table, and drink lots of water.
Total points allowed per day – 30
Total points used today – 4
Total points left for today – 26
Total flex points allowed per week – 35
Total flex points used this week – o
Total to lose in 2010 – 47.2 pounds
Total lost so far – 0 pounds
I have a friend who is going through the program with me – and we’ll help each other stay accountable. I also plan to hit the gym several times this week.
