Maintainers, start 2012 by going back to basics
Although I've enjoyed the holiday season, I'm looking forward to returning to my normal routine and to clearing out any bad habits that I might have picked up over the last few weeks ... eating too much, neglecting my workouts, insufficient sleep, etc. I'm sure you get the picture.
My plan is to kick-start the new year with a 'back to basics' detox. That is, to undertake a couple of weeks of clean eating, drinking more water, sticking to my workout routine, and making sure I get quite a few early nights. I'm not actually planning on losing weight, but won't be too unhappy if that happens to be a side effect ;). So fellow maintainers, who wants to join me on going back to basics and cleaning up your act? The idea is to give your body a break from anything it doesn't need: for example, no processed foods, no sweeteners, no caffeine (or limited, to avoid withdrawal), no alcohol, no diet sodas, < insert name of your particular poison here > etc. But to give your body what it does need: for example, some form of exercise (whatever you choose), more water, more rest, time for yourself, < insert what feels good for you here >. If you're in, then make a list of what you're hoping to achieve and then pledge to come here on a daily basis and record what you're eating and how you're progressing with going back to basics. I'm planning on starting on 3 January, but please feel free to start before (or after) that if you like. |
Great idea Demi!! I'm IN!! :D
I've already begun doing this as my scale was scaring me!! :lol: Drinking more water cutting back on calorie dense foods ie: cheeses cutting out my 'treats' drinking enough water I still do 2 pilates classes per week and walks daily I could do a bit more aerobic stuff I know that there is more to add but this will suffice for now. Thanks Demi!! :rheart: |
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OK, from 3 January, I plan to clean up my act by doing the following:
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I really like your list!! :thup: I'd love to be able to go to sleep by 9pm...but thats not gonna happen! :lol: :p Drinking more water can and thats where I need to focus. |
I will join you just as soon as I've beaten this darned flu and can think straight again!
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As for the sleep by 9pm ... my plan is to try and be in bed by 9.30pm, and if I can't get to sleep straight then to read a book until I do. Just to put it in context, I usually get up around 6.00am, so I'd like to try and get in 8 hours of sleep if I can. Quote:
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OK, so I've eaten 3 med boiled eggs today with an asparagus, tomato, cucs and avocado salad.
Drinking my water, had 2 cups of coffee. So far, I'm having a good food day. :wave: Phase I/Induction eating for me...for now. :cool: |
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So far I've ...
Today's menu: Breakfast: Scrambled eggs Lunch: Salmon Salsa Salad with rocket and baby plum tomatoes Dinner: Chargrilled chicken with Oven Roasted Ratatouille Activity: Half an hour fast walking 45 minute weight training session Unfortunately, cutting back on coffee hasn't worked too well, but tomorrow's another day. ;) I'm about to switch off my computer and I'm going to bed at 9.00pm to read Dr Briffa's new book, Escape the Diet Trap. All in all, a good start. :thup: :) |
hi guys-
this has inspired me- I am going to drink more water, and do a plank daily. The Mark's Daily Apple videos and exercises make it look easy- I know I won't post daily (sorry Demi)- but I am with you! E |
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:lol: :lol: I can SO relate, Judy (note the time ;) )!!! Love this idea, Demi! I've done pretty well over the holiday season, but find that there is room for improvement.... Quote:
For me this would be processed meats and high sodium foods. Been eating a lot of ham, summer sausage, green olives, roasted peanuts, etc. These are normally a small source of my foods....they've taken center stage over the holidays. If only we'd get that ham eaten then everything would be okay.... Quote:
I've been eating VERY little veggies the past week or so (probly longer) and NEED them my body is telling me. I started today with a medium green salad (though it did have ham in it). The other thing is that I really want to start the book Staying Lean for Life. It has been my New Year's goal for a month or so, but I've yet to start it. That said, I'm still reading SBD and have also started Wheat Belly....so not too bad. :D So to sum it up.... less processed meats more veggies keep reading lc fair Great post! |
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Yes! Good idea. -Water is one! -Fresh air -Exercise (walk, run arens, dance ... swim (in summer), long winter walks...) - rest - play - creative 5 minutes a day -more fresh air - time with friends - listen to the birds sing - visit the CAD forum 1/day I'm in! Happy maintainer |
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Thanks am improving slightly - and yes, taking D3, although probably not enough (only 400iu daily). It is very rare that I am so badly hit by a virus, a real shock, although I think there's a lot of it about (the cough is particularly nasty). I'm going to think about my re-commitments and if it's OK with you start these officially from next Monday as I missed most of the holiday celebrations and feel the need to make up for it - I've lots of nice food in the freezer but had no appetite. One good thing is I've had no alcohol now for five days which for me is unusual and I will certainly be building something in around this. Very impressed with what you've all come up with so far and hope you don't mind if I pinch some! |
As a maintainer, I keep my weight within a 3 lbs range. I'm at the upper limit of that now and am working it back down.
Yesterday, in the freezing cold, I drank 2 big glasses of water before I started my day of dog walking. All day long, I had to go potty! :lol: Very inconvenient when you are hiking around with dogs. :o I think this is why I have been not drinking a lot prior to walking. But, nevertheless, I am going to do it again today. Last night, I made myself a cup of green tea late in the evening. It was nice and very filling. That was a first for me and I'm going to do it again. :cool: Tonight is Pilates class. I felt so much better drinking all that water yesterday! It really does make a huge difference!! :agree: |
I ate two salads yesterday...one medium and one small. It's a start.
Still reading SBD and going to take Staying Lean for Life with me to start while in a waiting room today. I had <ahem> bacon for breakfast. I'll be glad when our New Years ham is gone! Youngest ds wanted to get out smoked sausage for dinner and I nixed that idea in favor of burgers. As Lisa says....progress not perfection.... |
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