Gingerbabe's on fire
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gingerbabe
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I could not agree with you more about my body needing fuel. I don't go more than 3 hours without eating (and that's a stetch for me). If for some reason I didn't get a chance to eat much during the day, I will most definitely eat late at night. When I say "No eating after 7:30", I'm assuming that I had my needed calories for the day and that I'm going to bed in 2 or 3 hours. Mainly I'm just trying to avoid eating JUNK after 7:30 or raiding the fridge late at night. I'm not going to feel guilty about eating cottage cheese or watermelon at 10 because I want a snack.
thecabbie
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Between the commute time and the IHOP reference in another post, I'd guess Tewksbury or Shrewsbury, but I could be way off base...
I live in Townsend, north central MA just below Cow Hampshire.
Good job on resisting IHOP! Especially if you've been drinking its hard to pass up... but im sure its in your best interest- not only weight wise but everytime i eat there it makes me feel sick 
gingerbabe
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Haha it was the I-Hop in Allston. I wanted to go to Harrys though (highly recommend!). I'm not that far west on rt.9. I either take the train and get on the red line or drive. On the way home it doesn't take an hour, it's the 7 am traffic that makes it an hour
gingerbabe
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Good job on resisting IHOP! Especially if you've been drinking its hard to pass up... but im sure its in your best interest- not only weight wise but everytime i eat there it makes me feel sick
That is very true. If I am going to indulge, I was it to be quality junk food, not cold pancakes from I-Hop or gross fastfood. If I have a cheat meal, I make sure it is well worth it. Like quality carrotcake-cheesecake or some of my mom's home cooking
gingerbabe
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Haven't checked in for quite some time..
Ate really well today and yesterday, hit the gym in sunday.
Having a hard time finding time for the gym, but I've at least kept my eating habits clean. I'm going to wait a few days to weigh in, but something in the low 150s would be splendid.
Overwhelmed with the copious amounts of homework and papers due...hopefully I'll get it all done and not use food to relieve the stress!
Had a hot date Saturday night and it went (ended) really well. Cute boys are always motivation to eat healthy))))
AAAnd, I'll be having some fun with my friends Thursday night. We're all going to crash at thier school and then go apple picking all day Friday. I'll have LOTS of apples for weeks to come.
Ate really well today and yesterday, hit the gym in sunday.
Having a hard time finding time for the gym, but I've at least kept my eating habits clean. I'm going to wait a few days to weigh in, but something in the low 150s would be splendid.
Overwhelmed with the copious amounts of homework and papers due...hopefully I'll get it all done and not use food to relieve the stress!
Had a hot date Saturday night and it went (ended) really well. Cute boys are always motivation to eat healthy
))))AAAnd, I'll be having some fun with my friends Thursday night. We're all going to crash at thier school and then go apple picking all day Friday. I'll have LOTS of apples for weeks to come.
gingerbabe
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Started keeping a "food diary" again. I forgot how much it really helps. Also, MEASURING what I eat also is a big one! I usually just guesstimate, but underestimating my portions can add up in the long-run.
And I am finally telling myself that it's NOT all or nothing...
I am human and can make mistakes and not hate myself for them lol. Beating myself up about little things is not going to help, it just leads to stressful eating.
Today:
-Parfait1/2 C LF CC, 1/4 C organic yougurt, 1 medium sliced apple, 1/3 C blueberries, 4 strawberries) <235 calories>
-1/2 bagel with 1 oz cream ch (teacher brought them to class...) Not something I usually eat. Bagels are loaded with calories. But I only had half <250 cals>
-1 medium banana with 1/8 C plain almonds <190 cals>
-1 piece fitness bread, plain (yuck!) <120 cals>
-Light ceasar salad (only 90 cals per serving, i ate the whole bag, so it was 270 calories for the whole thing, not bad!)
**Did weights and cardio at the gym
-4 slices shaved turkey <40 cals> and organic protein shake <?cals>
and LOTS o water!
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And I am finally telling myself that it's NOT all or nothing...
I am human and can make mistakes and not hate myself for them lol. Beating myself up about little things is not going to help, it just leads to stressful eating.
Today:
-Parfait
1/2 C LF CC, 1/4 C organic yougurt, 1 medium sliced apple, 1/3 C blueberries, 4 strawberries) <235 calories>-1/2 bagel with 1 oz cream ch (teacher brought them to class...) Not something I usually eat. Bagels are loaded with calories. But I only had half
<250 cals>-1 medium banana with 1/8 C plain almonds <190 cals>
-1 piece fitness bread, plain (yuck!) <120 cals>
-Light ceasar salad (only 90 cals per serving, i ate the whole bag, so it was 270 calories for the whole thing, not bad!)
**Did weights and cardio at the gym
-4 slices shaved turkey <40 cals> and organic protein shake <?cals>
and LOTS o water!
-
Good to see you back on the forum! and keep it up 
gingerbabe
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So, I haven't posted in about two months I guess you could say I fell off the wagon...AGAIN!
This past few weeks has been rough. I have been super stressed from school, finals, money, and other personal issues. When I'm stressed and "blue" I don't care if what I 'm eating is healthy and I don't care enough to go to the gym. The lack of exercise and healthy fuel makes me feel even worse...
SO...the only rememdy to get me out of my depressed state is the gym and good (healthy) food! Tomorrow is day 1 back to the gym (it's been a while...) and healthy habits. I have been really good about not smoking though
Keeping a journal helps me stay on track, so I'll check back in tomorrow. Hopefully a day of pure goodness will make me remember why I used to love my healthy lifestyle.
I guess you could say I fell off the wagon...AGAIN!This past few weeks has been rough. I have been super stressed from school, finals, money, and other personal issues. When I'm stressed and "blue" I don't care if what I 'm eating is healthy and I don't care enough to go to the gym. The lack of exercise and healthy fuel makes me feel even worse...
SO...the only rememdy to get me out of my depressed state is the gym and good (healthy) food! Tomorrow is day 1 back to the gym (it's been a while...) and healthy habits. I have been really good about not smoking though
Keeping a journal helps me stay on track, so I'll check back in tomorrow. Hopefully a day of pure goodness will make me remember why I used to love my healthy lifestyle.
gingerbabe
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So far so good today healthy fruit parfait for lunch (apples, diced fruit, low-fat yougurt, FF CC, and a sprinkle of flax and oats), now I'm off to the gym!
Picked out my classes for next semester, so that's a relief. Just need to complete a paper after the gym and I'll be very happy with my day.
I'll check back in after the gym/dinner...
Did 40 minutes of cardio at the gym
Worked (at a restaurant) from 5-10 and didn't eat any work food (breadsticks, croutons, chocolate, soup, etc...) I had cottage cheese with chopped banana while doing some homework around midnight. I don't like to eat that late usually, but I needed the fuel and it was a healthy snack.
healthy fruit parfait for lunch (apples, diced fruit, low-fat yougurt, FF CC, and a sprinkle of flax and oats), now I'm off to the gym!Picked out my classes for next semester, so that's a relief. Just need to complete a paper after the gym and I'll be very happy with my day.
I'll check back in after the gym/dinner...
Did 40 minutes of cardio at the gym
Worked (at a restaurant) from 5-10 and didn't eat any work food (breadsticks, croutons, chocolate, soup, etc...) I had cottage cheese with chopped banana while doing some homework around midnight. I don't like to eat that late usually, but I needed the fuel and it was a healthy snack.
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gingerbabe
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So far so good today. 1/2 whole oats with canned pumpkin and 2 fat-free-no-salt-added-brown-rice cakes with cottage cheese.
I have to finish a paper right now, so I most likely won't go to the gym today, but I'll have plenty of time tomorrow before work. I have a huge party to go to tonight, so my goal is to not snack after I get home (intoxicated lol). I'm a little stressed about tonight for personal/guy reasons, so hopefully I can get past that and have some fun
I have to finish a paper right now, so I most likely won't go to the gym today, but I'll have plenty of time tomorrow before work. I have a huge party to go to tonight, so my goal is to not snack after I get home (intoxicated lol). I'm a little stressed about tonight for personal/guy reasons, so hopefully I can get past that and have some fun
jzthedetermined
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It's OK to fall off the wagon from time to time... the important thing is that you keep getting back on!! I never new you from a few months ago, so welcome back, and good luck to you!
gingerbabe
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Starting 2009 off with a BANG
Today I looked at a calendar in astonishment. It's already December 16th. As I decorated the Christmas tree at my mom's house today with my little sister, I realized how 2008 flew by. I asked them what their New Year's resolutions are for 2009. Usually by February I forget my resolutions, hopefully I can change that this year.
I have a few goals that I hope to make progress in this upcoming year.
I want to...
1. Be healthy (healthy food, no smoking)
2. Stay on track in school
3. Make the gym a part of my regular lifestyle
4. Stop with my old "habits" (a.k.a. a form of an eating disorder, I use the word "habit" because it's easier to admit to
5. Be happy with me, no regrets, no "oh I'll start tomorrow..."
I know for a fact that when I eat healthy, work out, and lead a healthy life, I am happier and feel better about myself. The extra energy and self-assurance allows me to focus more on school and the people I love. I become more dedicated to work and the things I am interested in....
So, what stops me? I either want it, or I don't.
I WANT IT!
Tomorrow is my first full free day since school got out. I will be starting it off with the gym and a day of studying for my last final (Thursday). I think winter break will be a immense jumpstart to 2009. 2008 was harsh and stony (for many personal reasons, a tough break up, family issues, grief, anger at myself, dealing with my brother's death etc..) I have hope for a better year. A joyful vigorous year! I'm eager. I know I can do it. Who's with me?
Today I looked at a calendar in astonishment. It's already December 16th. As I decorated the Christmas tree at my mom's house today with my little sister, I realized how 2008 flew by. I asked them what their New Year's resolutions are for 2009. Usually by February I forget my resolutions, hopefully I can change that this year.
I have a few goals that I hope to make progress in this upcoming year.
I want to...
1. Be healthy (healthy food, no smoking)
2. Stay on track in school
3. Make the gym a part of my regular lifestyle
4. Stop with my old "habits" (a.k.a. a form of an eating disorder, I use the word "habit" because it's easier to admit to
5. Be happy with me, no regrets, no "oh I'll start tomorrow..."
I know for a fact that when I eat healthy, work out, and lead a healthy life, I am happier and feel better about myself. The extra energy and self-assurance allows me to focus more on school and the people I love. I become more dedicated to work and the things I am interested in....
So, what stops me? I either want it, or I don't.
I WANT IT!
Tomorrow is my first full free day since school got out. I will be starting it off with the gym and a day of studying for my last final (Thursday). I think winter break will be a immense jumpstart to 2009. 2008 was harsh and stony (for many personal reasons, a tough break up, family issues, grief, anger at myself, dealing with my brother's death etc..) I have hope for a better year. A joyful vigorous year! I'm eager. I know I can do it. Who's with me?