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Staying Motivated for the Long Haul

Posted by LindaF @fessmom, Jun 29, 2017

My biggest obstacle to maintaining a healthy weight is a seemingly invisible "switch" that goes on and off in my brain. When it's "on" I am in the zone and can avoid the most decadent temptations and will exercise faithfully. But, about a year to 15 months into my healthy lifestyle, the switch turns to "off" and I lose focus and revert to my bad habits of poor food choices (both in what I eat and how much I eat) and I become more sedentary. I am at that point now and I feel a slow panic building as the number on the scale inches upward. I know what I should do, but I am at a loss as to how to get my mojo back. Suggestions, anyone!?

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JK | @contentandwell | Jun 28, 2018
In reply to @techi "@rosemarya Rosemary l haven't talk to you in awhile. But l was doing good losing weight...." + (show)
@techi

@rosemarya Rosemary l haven't talk to you in awhile. But l was doing good losing weight. I even brought a new wardrobe. I guess l shouldn't have done that right away but when l was going to the gym was feeling good even though it takes awhile to see the pounds drop off. So now l am gaining my weight back again. I went from a 2x to a size 14. Then it went to 16 and now 18. My shirts where L and now XL. I have seen swelling all over. I was walking the dogs and my friend and l would get on the phone and walk together. Now l just fractured my leg and now l cant walk or do my gardening. And l see my orthopedic tomorrow he says if it's not healing l would have to have surgery
Well l already denied that because God has brought me through a lot of things and l not excepting that report. So l been having problems with slurred speech tremors and not being able to get out of bed because of dizziness. So l been to the doctor several times and my ammonia level went from a 30 to 59 and then l was told yesterday 63. So the doctor has me to increase my lactulose which l definitely hate. So now l am trying to watch my diet because l was told before l could eat anything. So now in 2wks l have to have my ammonia level checked again. I was also starting to have headaches but that can also be the weather but that reminds me of when l first started with the encephalitis. But l am not going to worry about anything because God said be of good cheer because l have overcome the world and to mean with sickness also. So now l have to stay away from meats just fish , fruits and vegetables and that's really hard. And my sweet husband mean well but here comes the candy, soda and snacks. So l told him don't bring me any of that anymore. I want to get back to the 14 and then reach my goal of losing 75lbs. Love you Rosemary.

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@rosemarya @techi I have my salad in a separate bowl so I put my other food, usually just some of whatever meat or fish we are having on a small plate. I very rarely buy bread to go with dinner because I know it is one of my downfalls.
JK

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Lisa | @techi | Jun 30, 2018
In reply to @techi "@rosemarya Rosemary l haven't talk to you in awhile. But l was doing good losing weight...." + (show)
@techi

@rosemarya Rosemary l haven't talk to you in awhile. But l was doing good losing weight. I even brought a new wardrobe. I guess l shouldn't have done that right away but when l was going to the gym was feeling good even though it takes awhile to see the pounds drop off. So now l am gaining my weight back again. I went from a 2x to a size 14. Then it went to 16 and now 18. My shirts where L and now XL. I have seen swelling all over. I was walking the dogs and my friend and l would get on the phone and walk together. Now l just fractured my leg and now l cant walk or do my gardening. And l see my orthopedic tomorrow he says if it's not healing l would have to have surgery
Well l already denied that because God has brought me through a lot of things and l not excepting that report. So l been having problems with slurred speech tremors and not being able to get out of bed because of dizziness. So l been to the doctor several times and my ammonia level went from a 30 to 59 and then l was told yesterday 63. So the doctor has me to increase my lactulose which l definitely hate. So now l am trying to watch my diet because l was told before l could eat anything. So now in 2wks l have to have my ammonia level checked again. I was also starting to have headaches but that can also be the weather but that reminds me of when l first started with the encephalitis. But l am not going to worry about anything because God said be of good cheer because l have overcome the world and to mean with sickness also. So now l have to stay away from meats just fish , fruits and vegetables and that's really hard. And my sweet husband mean well but here comes the candy, soda and snacks. So l told him don't bring me any of that anymore. I want to get back to the 14 and then reach my goal of losing 75lbs. Love you Rosemary.

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@contentandwell I appreciate the encouragement . The other night my husband took me to a restaurant l really didn't want to go but l did. When l looked at the menu nothing turned me on and this is a restaurant l loved to go to. When l finally ordered my order was a salad. My husband was in awe and said is that what you want. Surprisingly it was great but now for dessert l ordered a cake and l haven't earned it yet. And l am trying so hard to drink more water but that's a challenge. So l have taken your advice and l brought some smaller containers to divide my food it to smaller servings. As far as me losing my weight before l believe it was from all the surgeries and rehab. And l did more walking but then when l couldn't get out much because of continuous falling that hindered me but now l am trying to get back. I have to still have to be very careful when my ammonia levels go up but l am watching videos and Peloton has a new walking program and you can get trainers to help you. I thought this was incredible to help motivate people who just want to walk. I will keep you up to date with how l am doing.

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mari | @mari | Jun 30, 2018
In reply to @techi "@rosemarya Rosemary l haven't talk to you in awhile. But l was doing good losing weight...." + (show)
@techi

@rosemarya Rosemary l haven't talk to you in awhile. But l was doing good losing weight. I even brought a new wardrobe. I guess l shouldn't have done that right away but when l was going to the gym was feeling good even though it takes awhile to see the pounds drop off. So now l am gaining my weight back again. I went from a 2x to a size 14. Then it went to 16 and now 18. My shirts where L and now XL. I have seen swelling all over. I was walking the dogs and my friend and l would get on the phone and walk together. Now l just fractured my leg and now l cant walk or do my gardening. And l see my orthopedic tomorrow he says if it's not healing l would have to have surgery
Well l already denied that because God has brought me through a lot of things and l not excepting that report. So l been having problems with slurred speech tremors and not being able to get out of bed because of dizziness. So l been to the doctor several times and my ammonia level went from a 30 to 59 and then l was told yesterday 63. So the doctor has me to increase my lactulose which l definitely hate. So now l am trying to watch my diet because l was told before l could eat anything. So now in 2wks l have to have my ammonia level checked again. I was also starting to have headaches but that can also be the weather but that reminds me of when l first started with the encephalitis. But l am not going to worry about anything because God said be of good cheer because l have overcome the world and to mean with sickness also. So now l have to stay away from meats just fish , fruits and vegetables and that's really hard. And my sweet husband mean well but here comes the candy, soda and snacks. So l told him don't bring me any of that anymore. I want to get back to the 14 and then reach my goal of losing 75lbs. Love you Rosemary.

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"And l am trying so hard to drink more water but that's a challenge". I try to have 4 cups of green tea early in day. Then I drink water w a few drops of strawberry or cherry extract - little ice and great flavor.

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Parus | @parus | Jul 1, 2018

@mari Have you tried sliced cucumber in ice water w/ a splash of apple cider vinegar??? Very refreshing.

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Lisa | @techi | Jul 1, 2018
In reply to @techi "@rosemarya Rosemary l haven't talk to you in awhile. But l was doing good losing weight...." + (show)
@techi

@rosemarya Rosemary l haven't talk to you in awhile. But l was doing good losing weight. I even brought a new wardrobe. I guess l shouldn't have done that right away but when l was going to the gym was feeling good even though it takes awhile to see the pounds drop off. So now l am gaining my weight back again. I went from a 2x to a size 14. Then it went to 16 and now 18. My shirts where L and now XL. I have seen swelling all over. I was walking the dogs and my friend and l would get on the phone and walk together. Now l just fractured my leg and now l cant walk or do my gardening. And l see my orthopedic tomorrow he says if it's not healing l would have to have surgery
Well l already denied that because God has brought me through a lot of things and l not excepting that report. So l been having problems with slurred speech tremors and not being able to get out of bed because of dizziness. So l been to the doctor several times and my ammonia level went from a 30 to 59 and then l was told yesterday 63. So the doctor has me to increase my lactulose which l definitely hate. So now l am trying to watch my diet because l was told before l could eat anything. So now in 2wks l have to have my ammonia level checked again. I was also starting to have headaches but that can also be the weather but that reminds me of when l first started with the encephalitis. But l am not going to worry about anything because God said be of good cheer because l have overcome the world and to mean with sickness also. So now l have to stay away from meats just fish , fruits and vegetables and that's really hard. And my sweet husband mean well but here comes the candy, soda and snacks. So l told him don't bring me any of that anymore. I want to get back to the 14 and then reach my goal of losing 75lbs. Love you Rosemary.

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@mari l have tried a mixture of cucumber, blackberries and lemon. That was horrible. I guess if had added a sweetener it might have tasted better. Then again l have to eliminate sugar and salts so it's like at catch22. But maybe l will try the green tea first. Do you add anything to it? And you are using extract from the seasoning section? That would be good because l guess l won't need surgery. Thanks for the tip.

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Rosemary, Volunteer Mentor | @rosemarya | Jul 1, 2018
In reply to @techi "@rosemarya Rosemary l haven't talk to you in awhile. But l was doing good losing weight...." + (show)
@techi

@rosemarya Rosemary l haven't talk to you in awhile. But l was doing good losing weight. I even brought a new wardrobe. I guess l shouldn't have done that right away but when l was going to the gym was feeling good even though it takes awhile to see the pounds drop off. So now l am gaining my weight back again. I went from a 2x to a size 14. Then it went to 16 and now 18. My shirts where L and now XL. I have seen swelling all over. I was walking the dogs and my friend and l would get on the phone and walk together. Now l just fractured my leg and now l cant walk or do my gardening. And l see my orthopedic tomorrow he says if it's not healing l would have to have surgery
Well l already denied that because God has brought me through a lot of things and l not excepting that report. So l been having problems with slurred speech tremors and not being able to get out of bed because of dizziness. So l been to the doctor several times and my ammonia level went from a 30 to 59 and then l was told yesterday 63. So the doctor has me to increase my lactulose which l definitely hate. So now l am trying to watch my diet because l was told before l could eat anything. So now in 2wks l have to have my ammonia level checked again. I was also starting to have headaches but that can also be the weather but that reminds me of when l first started with the encephalitis. But l am not going to worry about anything because God said be of good cheer because l have overcome the world and to mean with sickness also. So now l have to stay away from meats just fish , fruits and vegetables and that's really hard. And my sweet husband mean well but here comes the candy, soda and snacks. So l told him don't bring me any of that anymore. I want to get back to the 14 and then reach my goal of losing 75lbs. Love you Rosemary.

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I enjoy a twist of lemon or lime in ice water!
I keep a pitcher on the kitchen counter, and every time I walk thru the kitchen I am reminded to take a drink.
I also carry a refillable water bottle with me at all times. This is how I can avoid grabbing something from a drink machine. The added benefit is that I am not tempted by the snacks in a nearby machine! Out of sight - Out of mind!

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liz223 | @liz223 | Jul 1, 2018

I would like to join in this subject. I am at my top weight and hate it. Weight used to be no problem, but I have now allowed it to become one. I eat from boredom and anxiety. I would like to lose 20 pounds. I'm packing now to move us to a retirement community and know I would not be willing to diet, but after our move, I'm hoping to begin a new lifestyle. I will have no excuses. LOL Easy walking, swimming, exercise equipment, and hopefully some exercises classes. I will stay in touch and hopefully, we can encourage each other.

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Rosemary, Volunteer Mentor | @rosemarya | Jul 1, 2018
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@liz223

I would like to join in this subject. I am at my top weight and hate it. Weight used to be no problem, but I have now allowed it to become one. I eat from boredom and anxiety. I would like to lose 20 pounds. I'm packing now to move us to a retirement community and know I would not be willing to diet, but after our move, I'm hoping to begin a new lifestyle. I will have no excuses. LOL Easy walking, swimming, exercise equipment, and hopefully some exercises classes. I will stay in touch and hopefully, we can encourage each other.

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@liz223, I am so-o-o happy that you have joined this conversation!
Wishing you a safe move. I will be looking forward to hearing more from you as soon as you get settled in!
Rosemary

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Lisa | @techi | Jul 1, 2018
In reply to @techi "@rosemarya Rosemary l haven't talk to you in awhile. But l was doing good losing weight...." + (show)
@techi

@rosemarya Rosemary l haven't talk to you in awhile. But l was doing good losing weight. I even brought a new wardrobe. I guess l shouldn't have done that right away but when l was going to the gym was feeling good even though it takes awhile to see the pounds drop off. So now l am gaining my weight back again. I went from a 2x to a size 14. Then it went to 16 and now 18. My shirts where L and now XL. I have seen swelling all over. I was walking the dogs and my friend and l would get on the phone and walk together. Now l just fractured my leg and now l cant walk or do my gardening. And l see my orthopedic tomorrow he says if it's not healing l would have to have surgery
Well l already denied that because God has brought me through a lot of things and l not excepting that report. So l been having problems with slurred speech tremors and not being able to get out of bed because of dizziness. So l been to the doctor several times and my ammonia level went from a 30 to 59 and then l was told yesterday 63. So the doctor has me to increase my lactulose which l definitely hate. So now l am trying to watch my diet because l was told before l could eat anything. So now in 2wks l have to have my ammonia level checked again. I was also starting to have headaches but that can also be the weather but that reminds me of when l first started with the encephalitis. But l am not going to worry about anything because God said be of good cheer because l have overcome the world and to mean with sickness also. So now l have to stay away from meats just fish , fruits and vegetables and that's really hard. And my sweet husband mean well but here comes the candy, soda and snacks. So l told him don't bring me any of that anymore. I want to get back to the 14 and then reach my goal of losing 75lbs. Love you Rosemary.

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@rosemarya have you ever added apple cider vinegar? I have tried apple cider vinegar with lemon, honey, and cinnamon but l can only take a glass full. That apple cider vinegar you just have to pray Lord let me not taste the vinegar. But they say it helps curb your appetite. You are suppose to take it before you eat. I think its 2hrs before. I haven't done it but three times and l have all these bottles but l am going to get back on it. And l tried lemon water but l have to add a little sweetener so l might try honey.

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jodeej | @jodeej | Jul 1, 2018
In reply to @techi "@rosemarya Rosemary l haven't talk to you in awhile. But l was doing good losing weight...." + (show)
@techi

@rosemarya Rosemary l haven't talk to you in awhile. But l was doing good losing weight. I even brought a new wardrobe. I guess l shouldn't have done that right away but when l was going to the gym was feeling good even though it takes awhile to see the pounds drop off. So now l am gaining my weight back again. I went from a 2x to a size 14. Then it went to 16 and now 18. My shirts where L and now XL. I have seen swelling all over. I was walking the dogs and my friend and l would get on the phone and walk together. Now l just fractured my leg and now l cant walk or do my gardening. And l see my orthopedic tomorrow he says if it's not healing l would have to have surgery
Well l already denied that because God has brought me through a lot of things and l not excepting that report. So l been having problems with slurred speech tremors and not being able to get out of bed because of dizziness. So l been to the doctor several times and my ammonia level went from a 30 to 59 and then l was told yesterday 63. So the doctor has me to increase my lactulose which l definitely hate. So now l am trying to watch my diet because l was told before l could eat anything. So now in 2wks l have to have my ammonia level checked again. I was also starting to have headaches but that can also be the weather but that reminds me of when l first started with the encephalitis. But l am not going to worry about anything because God said be of good cheer because l have overcome the world and to mean with sickness also. So now l have to stay away from meats just fish , fruits and vegetables and that's really hard. And my sweet husband mean well but here comes the candy, soda and snacks. So l told him don't bring me any of that anymore. I want to get back to the 14 and then reach my goal of losing 75lbs. Love you Rosemary.

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@techi skip the vinegar and just eat an apple or drink a glass of water 15-20 minutes before a meal. It's better for you and tastes a lot better!

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