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JACKIE1-25-15
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One Bite Away

I have been associated with WW for over 30 years, being on and off the plan several times.  I would get to maintenance and fall off the track.  Thinking that I had this. I finally made it to lifetime last year.  I think over my lifespan I may have tried every diet on the planet. Trust me I have. WW seems to work for me better than most.  Lately, with all of the celebrations, we have had in the last 90 days I got tired of tracking my food and just wanted to let go.  What was I thinking?  It can be difficult to get back on track.  Not worrying too much about what I eat and others telling me its okay to just have one bite. Ugh!  Heck, I even had potato chips and cookies. (my son is home) Geez, all kinds of goodies around.  Something I hardly ever indulge in because I have learned they are triggers and I lose control.  Absolutely no discipline with chips.  Never could eat just one.  Now they are on the shopping radar.  Gosh sounds like quitting smoking doesn't it. 

Many say that I don't need to lose weight but I tend to carry my weight well.  However, based on my genes I really have had to monitor my weight.  Low salt, sugar and no fat or fried food to a minimum, that kind of thing has helped tremendously.  I have always been very active with fishing, gardening, landscaping, 5K, cardio, etc. which helps to balance my weight.   If you go by "those" charts I could stand to still lose 10 lbs but I have learned those charts are not definitive for every individual.  (Especially Me)  I will use that as an EXcuse anyway.  Sounds like denial. hmm just saying.

When I quit smoking I believe I gained 7-8 lbs.  Okay, off it went within a few months.  Now it is back again and I have to regroup and get this thing going again. EX7 is coming and I have to look my best.  Vanity, okay, I like being a Diva like  if this is the right one. Anyway, today is a new day for me.  I will get back to tracking and starting my own food journal.  Not just what I eat but what I am feeling, doing, and thinking.  Mindless eating?  Emotional eating? My experiment.  I may come back here now and then to let you know how it is going.  More to come...? we will see.   This group is here maybe I'll use it since I am on EX regularly and just wanted to share where I am now.  It may help along with kristen-9.7.15 Biggest Loser‌ challenge may help.  No luck, just work.  Gosh, this sounds like quitting smoking.  Why am I thinking about fried chicken right now?  All it takes is one bite.   Where is my air fryer?

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SimplySheri
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Jennifer-Quit
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I am a WW fan too!  I feel like I can eat well and not feel deprived and hopefully maintain my weight.  The holidays are a tough time and the cold weather really increases my appetite but we can do this Jackie!  Best wishes to you!