Goals

[little koshka 0]

Time to get going everyone!

 

There is a great difference when it comes to "New Year's resolutions" and setting achievable goals.

 

A good way to achieve goals is to set certain goals in stages. A goal could involve starting an exercise routine and building upon that to turn it into a commitment. Set levels and with each passing week push yourself to move up one level. Same goes for changing eating habits - eliminate one or two things (that need eliminating) every week and replace them with better choices. If weight loss is a goal, set a long term goal, but for the way there, set smaller goals that can add up to the ultimate number.

 

Another way to acheiving goals is to make a checklist and check things off as you complete each goal or task.

 

So, forget the resolutions and set some goals. See where you are at 4 weeks from now.

[ligonier 0]

I agree. Try just eliminating one "bad" thing. Can you live without mayonnaise ? Can you really ? Try it for a month. Just replace it with something else, either a "nonfat" mayonaisse substitute, or something creamy and salty, like a slice of fake cheese. You'd be surprised what will work to take the place of mayo. And you really won't notice the difference in that sandwich.

Edited January 12, 2007 by ligonier

[little koshka 0]

Mayo is definetely one thing to start with. I think that one tablespoon of mayo packs 90 calories and 10 grams of fat. Replace that with with some mustard - yellow, deli, or the gourmet stone ground mustard. You won't miss that unless you are making egg salad or tuna salad - Trader Joe's has a pretty palatable reduced fat mayo if you absolutely need it.

 

Soda or lattes/cappucinos are also a good thing to think twice about. I read a good article that most people don't realize that beverages contribute to 20% or more of their daily caloric intake. If you have to have a soda, I think I have mentioned before to try "Hansen's" diet soda - the ginger ale is pretty good and the rootbeer isn't bad, either.

 

Since last Saturday (01/06), I have achieved three of my many goals. I set one goal to be consistent with my exercise regimen (minimum 4 days per week) and another goal to get back on track with my healthy eating habits, I totally spun out of control this winter. I lost 2% of my body weight in a week - how cool is that? My goal is to loose a total of 4% - 5%. I was also able to cross one of my "spring cleaning" projects of the long list. I am happy and feel like I have accomplished something.

 

[ligonier 0]

I forgot about soda. I haven't had more than 5 (full sugar) regular sodas within a years time for about 7 years. It's a treat. Just like going to that special ice-cream shop that is really out of the way. It's something you do as a treat on occasion. Otherwise it's a habit, and it's bad. A bad habit is something you do not want to continue with. (think tobacco or alcohol, or drugs)

 

Some other things I have tried (been trying) to eliminate from my diet are - High Fructose Corn Syrup - and - Hydroginated or Partially Hydroginated Oil(s) - .

 

These, like (full sugar) soda, are only good for your diet if you are trying to gain excess weight (fat) or trying to become flabbier and less healthy.

 

Also, I understand diet soda is only of limited value. You need to control your intake of sugar-free sodas. They are not healthy for you, and if you are drinking 3 or more a day, extremely unhealthy.

 

We do not need soda or other highly sweetened drinks to be hydrated.

 

There are plenty, plenty I say, of alternatives to these ingredients / products.

 

You are not an idiot, you are able to make wise choices for your diet.

[little koshka 0]

Time to get going everyone!

 

There is a great difference when it comes to "New Year's resolutions" and setting achievable goals.

 

A good way to achieve goals is to set certain goals in stages. A goal could involve starting an exercise routine and building upon that to turn it into a commitment. Set levels and with each passing week push yourself to move up one level. Same goes for changing eating habits - eliminate one or two things (that need eliminating) every week and replace them with better choices. If weight loss is a goal, set a long term goal, but for the way there, set smaller goals that can add up to the ultimate number.

 

Another way to acheiving goals is to make a checklist and check things off as you complete each goal or task.

 

So, forget the resolutions and set some goals. See where you are at 4 weeks from now.

 

Wow -

 

I am going to get a piece of 8.5 x 11 paper and re-write my list in bold black sharpie pen...

It is almost September - I think I am a little behind when it comes to my list of goals.

 

YIKES!

[LTTBT 0]

Time to get going everyone!

 

There is a great difference when it comes to "New Year's resolutions" and setting achievable goals.

 

A good way to achieve goals is to set certain goals in stages. A goal could involve starting an exercise routine and building upon that to turn it into a commitment. Set levels and with each passing week push yourself to move up one level. Same goes for changing eating habits - eliminate one or two things (that need eliminating) every week and replace them with better choices. If weight loss is a goal, set a long term goal, but for the way there, set smaller goals that can add up to the ultimate number.

 

Another way to acheiving goals is to make a checklist and check things off as you complete each goal or task.

 

So, forget the resolutions and set some goals. See where you are at 4 weeks from now.

 

Wow -

 

I am going to get a piece of 8.5 x 11 paper and re-write my list in bold black sharpie pen...

It is almost September - I think I am a little behind when it comes to my list of goals.

 

YIKES!

 

We need an update.

[sadichka 0]

1. No more refined sugar...it was easier than you think to give it up. Although, my family was not so happy about it.

 

2. Limit bread...it was too hard for me to completely give it up!

 

3. Ride my bike....5 to 10 miles a day.

 

4. Drink plenty of water.

 

Feel good! These were changes that I could live with!

 

Sada

[little koshka 0]

Time to get going everyone!

 

There is a great difference when it comes to "New Year's resolutions" and setting achievable goals.

 

A good way to achieve goals is to set certain goals in stages. A goal could involve starting an exercise routine and building upon that to turn it into a commitment. Set levels and with each passing week push yourself to move up one level. Same goes for changing eating habits - eliminate one or two things (that need eliminating) every week and replace them with better choices. If weight loss is a goal, set a long term goal, but for the way there, set smaller goals that can add up to the ultimate number.

 

Another way to acheiving goals is to make a checklist and check things off as you complete each goal or task.

 

So, forget the resolutions and set some goals. See where you are at 4 weeks from now.

 

Wow -

 

I am going to get a piece of 8.5 x 11 paper and re-write my list in bold black sharpie pen...

It is almost September - I think I am a little behind when it comes to my list of goals.

 

YIKES!

 

We need an update.

Update -

Fitness - The treadmill is getting some mileage again (We (husband & I) are aiming for 4 days a week).

 

Health -

Trying to avoid excess sugar and empty carbs.

Need to plant a garden (spring) or find a farmers market for home grown veggies.

Back in my medium happy place with the scale.

Goal is to drop 3% of my current body weight by the end of September (yes I said something to that extent this time last year)..

Kicking it back to full gear this next week (tomorrow...)

[little koshka 0]

1. No more refined sugar...it was easier than you think to give it up. Although, my family was not so happy about it.

 

2. Limit bread...it was too hard for me to completely give it up!

 

3. Ride my bike....5 to 10 miles a day.

 

4. Drink plenty of water.

 

Feel good! These were changes that I could live with!

 

Sada

Eliminating refined sugar is do-able - read the label - if it is there, put it back on the shelf and find something else that doesn't have it.

Limiting bread IS hard - try avoiding bread all together on 4 days of the week, and allowing a little bit of good quality excellent bread 3 days a week.

(Whole Foods has a terrific rustic whole wheat sourdough boule that I consider a treat - it goes great with some home made vegetable soup..)

Bike 5 to 10 miles a day - awesome! I wish I could do that!

[sadichka 0]

1. No more refined sugar...it was easier than you think to give it up. Although, my family was not so happy about it.

 

2. Limit bread...it was too hard for me to completely give it up!

 

3. Ride my bike....5 to 10 miles a day.

 

4. Drink plenty of water.

 

Feel good! These were changes that I could live with!

 

Sada

Eliminating refined sugar is do-able - read the label - if it is there, put it back on the shelf and find something else that doesn't have it.

Limiting bread IS hard - try avoiding bread all together on 4 days of the week, and allowing a little bit of good quality excellent bread 3 days a week.

(Whole Foods has a terrific rustic whole wheat sourdough boule that I consider a treat - it goes great with some home made vegetable soup..)

Bike 5 to 10 miles a day - awesome! I wish I could do that!

 

I started riding 3 miles a day at first. As soon as I get home from work, I put on a CD and get to it! Start small and work your way up. Take your time and just do it!