10 Day Challenge - Obvious Fat Portion Control - Want to Join? Please Do! - SoberRecovery : Alcoholism Drug Addiction Help and Information

smiling jack · 08-15-2007, 08:59 AM

I pigged out Monday night at the local pizzeria when it was "Pizza Night" for our service group. Yesterday, it was a too many wheat thins and ham salad for a snack.

I want to be accountable for abstaining from pigging out on obvious fats. Maybe it makes sense to try it this way....maybe not. We'll see. Regardless, this is Day 1, and I hope to abstain for the rest of the day.

Jack -

Jwife22 · 08-15-2007, 12:22 PM

I'm with ya Jack. Starting this very moment~

**Pony** · 08-15-2007, 04:52 PM

{{{Jack}}} You are an inspiration

smiling jack · 08-16-2007, 05:43 AM

Well, we'll see how it goes. Like many things I don't like, this activity requires honestly looking at the previous day and figuring out what makes sense. Two times yesterday, I ate more OF than I should. I finished off a box of wheat thins, and I was in too much of a rush to cut in half the portion of meatloaf my wife served.

I will come here, acknowledge what happened, and use this accountability to be normal in my portion control on OF's today. Thanks.

As of August 15th

jwife - 1 day
jack -

cali · 08-16-2007, 01:39 PM

Yay!
June 30th is my first day free from obvious sweets/junk and also obvious fats.
I never mention it on the other thread cause that's not what it is for--so glad you started this Jack!!

smiling jack · 08-17-2007, 05:08 AM

Well, last night, another service group has a bunch of extra "Jimmie John's" type sandwiches around after the meeting. I had 1 and 1/4 sandwiches. I am not giving myself credit for a day of controlling portions of obvious fats. I just honestly did not do it.

I am learning about my honesty, awareness of my surroundings, and my willingness to go to any length to control my addictive behaviours, and that is progress

As of August 16th

jwife - 2 days
jack -

cali · 08-17-2007, 08:21 AM

I am learning a millon and 1 ways to spice up chicken breasts!!!
They are low in *Fat and healthy and filling! One way that's tasty is cooking tham with Balsamic---yummy!
I went to buy a pair of pants that fit "properly". I have been trying to wear jeans that are a size too small and "feel it" all day long. I accept where I am at today and know in my heart that I am doing everything to the best of my ability.
Like Popeye says--
"I yam what I yam" LOL

~today I will do what I did yesterday and I expect it to be successful!

smiling jack · 08-18-2007, 07:49 AM

Please forgive me, Cali, for not adding you to the list. As I am struggling to get Day 1 on this, I now sense how difficult this challenge is. Last night, it was enough nachos for 4 that two of us ate. I will try again today, and I will get this...I will get this....I will get this...

As of August 17th

Cali^ - 51 days
Jwife - 3 days
Jack

cali · 08-19-2007, 09:20 AM

HI Jack-
Ya know, I also stay away from breads and refined flours/pasta/etc. This has been life changing for me because by almost eliminating those types of carbs, I don't crave them anymore!
I read your above post about the nachos-----wow do I relate. I LOVE those foods but they take me to day 1 every time in one way or another.
The *protein is the key for me. Protein sustains me--fills the hunger void and gives my body good things it needs to function properly.
I have been exposed to this way of eating for a few years now but it takes what it takes...and it took me several tries. But one thing is for sure---the day-to-day cravings for for carb and fat type foods are gone.
Yes, I struggle once in a while with an "I WANT TO CAVE" moment---but over all eliminating not only sugar but also these types of carbs and fats has changed my life.

I have seen that all the *fat free foods I was eating are all carbs---and *bad carbs at that......anything 100% whole wheat in multi grain is where it's at. There is something with the *100% whole wheat part of it that is the key.
I love whole wheat pasta but in moderation.
Anyway--I am only "parroting" back what I have learned over the years. I have lost several inches in the 50 some odd days of this regimen. I hope it helps you too!!

**Pony** · 08-19-2007, 09:44 AM

{{{ Jack }}} Keep going buddy....it's a struggle at first, but little by little it will just become your life change.

smiling jack · 08-19-2007, 11:02 AM

Thanks for the encouragement and experience. Excess may as well be my middle name. I will claim yesterday as Day 1. I will try today to have "portion control" on OF's today, as well.

As of August 18th

Cali^ - 52 days
Jwife - 4 days
Jack - 1 day

smiling jack · 08-20-2007, 06:21 AM

I didn't eat sensibly yesterday. Instead of a lunch, I snacked on Wheat Thins, instead of one at a time, I grab handfuls, and eat far too many. I ate larger portions for dinner...when I should look at the portions, and exercise some control.

I'll try again today. Thanks for the support.

As of August 19th

Cali^ - 53 days
Jwife - 5 days
Jack -

cali · 08-20-2007, 09:30 AM

I am really trying to keep focus here.....I HATE the power substances sometimes still have over me even though I haven't ingested them.......

I get overwhelmed with everything that I am succeeding at......
gosh-I can't win for losing LOL

I don't know--I struggle with "balance" I guess.
And just for the record---today is all any of us have

smiling jack · 08-21-2007, 06:38 AM

I ate moderately yesterday, with good portion control of OF. I am grateful. Today will be another challenge.

As of August 20th

Cali^ - 54 days
Jwife - 6 days
Jack - 1 day

cali · 08-21-2007, 08:27 AM

amazing what "a day" can do

I feel much better today-and again I pledge to fuel myself with foods that are conducive to moving forward. It feels really hard sometimes but when I get to the other side of it, I am amazed at how wonderful I feel for riding it out-
riding another wave in the ocean of life.........

cali · 08-21-2007, 08:29 AM

ps
I have been reminded to enjoy the good while "I got it" cause this too shall pass

smiling jack · 08-22-2007, 07:55 AM

I ate moderately yesterday, with good portion control of OF. I am grateful. Today will be another challenge.

As of August 21th

Cali^ - 55 days
Jwife - 6 days
Jack - 2 days

cali · 08-22-2007, 11:04 AM

Quote:

ps
I have been reminded to enjoy the good while "I got it" cause this too shall pass

OK I am quoting myself in a previous post--well sheesh--I didn't think it would end THIS QUICK LOL

I am hanging on--that's all I can do right now.
I won't cheat for today..

smiling jack · 08-23-2007, 06:32 AM

I ate moderately yesterday, with good portion control of OF. I am grateful. Today will be another challenge. I will post the list later. Take Care

smiling jack · 08-24-2007, 07:43 AM

I ate moderately yesterday, with good portion control of OF. I am grateful. Today will be another challenge.

As of August 23th

Cali^ - 57 days
Jwife - 8 days
Jack - 4 days

smiling jack · 08-25-2007, 07:13 AM

I ate moderately yesterday, with good portion control of OF. I am grateful

There is a long athletic event in Chicago Sunday, and I'm in it for the 4th year. Because I've decided to try "carb loading" for endurance, I am suspending my days clean and sober of obvious fats as of the Saturday the 25th...and returning Monday the 27th. This may allow me to try larger portions of obvious fats for endurance.

I plan to post tomorrow and Monday.

As of the end of August 24th

Cali^ - 58 days
Jwife - 9 days
Jack - 5 days

cali · 08-26-2007, 07:15 PM

Good luck Jack-sounds great-let us know how you make out!

Had a huge family party yesterday...it was trying, but not unbearable---
made it through!

smiling jack · 08-28-2007, 07:38 AM

I really improved. Last year, I was in the lowest 25% of my age group. This year, I moved up to making the upper half of my age group. Last years time was 3h and 45 minutes. This year was 3h and 15 minutes. I had more endurance.

I am back on track on eating moderately, especially on obvious fats.
As of August 27th

Cali^ - 61 days
Jwife - 12 days
Jack - 5 days

**Pony** · 08-28-2007, 04:25 PM

That was great Jack. Sounds like it was fun.

And now it's good that you got right back on track with your task here. good for you. That's what life is all about.

08-15-2007, 08:59 AM	#1 (permalink)
smiling jack Rockin 'n' rollin' everyday Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Midwest Posts: 583	10 Day Challenge - Obvious Fat Portion Control - Want to Join? Please Do! I pigged out Monday night at the local pizzeria when it was "Pizza Night" for our service group. Yesterday, it was a too many wheat thins and ham salad for a snack. I want to be accountable for abstaining from pigging out on obvious fats. Maybe it makes sense to try it this way....maybe not. We'll see. Regardless, this is Day 1, and I hope to abstain for the rest of the day. Jack -

08-15-2007, 04:52 PM	#3 (permalink)
Pony Forum Leader Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: trail of discovery Posts: 2,326	{{{Jack}}} You are an inspiration __________________ "Failure is an EVENT, it is not a person – yesterday really did end last night, and today is your brand new day..." .........unknown The sun always rises, and a new day begins.

08-16-2007, 01:39 PM	#5 (permalink)
cali came-came to-came to believe Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: east coast Posts: 788	Yay! June 30th is my first day free from obvious sweets/junk and also obvious fats. I never mention it on the other thread cause that's not what it is for--so glad you started this Jack!! __________________ I'll let go of what I was, accept myself for what I am- and become who I was meant to be! 2-15-08

08-17-2007, 08:21 AM	#7 (permalink)
cali came-came to-came to believe Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: east coast Posts: 788	I am learning a millon and 1 ways to spice up chicken breasts!!! They are low in *Fat and healthy and filling! One way that's tasty is cooking tham with Balsamic---yummy! I went to buy a pair of pants that fit "properly". I have been trying to wear jeans that are a size too small and "feel it" all day long. I accept where I am at today and know in my heart that I am doing everything to the best of my ability. Like Popeye says-- "I yam what I yam" LOL ~today I will do what I did yesterday and I expect it to be successful! __________________ I'll let go of what I was, accept myself for what I am- and become who I was meant to be! 2-15-08

08-19-2007, 09:20 AM	#9 (permalink)
cali came-came to-came to believe Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: east coast Posts: 788	HI Jack- Ya know, I also stay away from breads and refined flours/pasta/etc. This has been life changing for me because by almost eliminating those types of carbs, I don't crave them anymore! I read your above post about the nachos-----wow do I relate. I LOVE those foods but they take me to day 1 every time in one way or another. The protein is the key for me. Protein sustains me--fills the hunger void and gives my body good things it needs to function properly. I have been exposed to this way of eating for a few years now but it takes what it takes...and it took me several tries. But one thing is for sure---the day-to-day cravings for for carb and fat type foods are gone. Yes, I struggle once in a while with an "I WANT TO CAVE" moment---but over all eliminating not only sugar but also these types of carbs and fats has changed my life. I have seen that all the fat free foods I was eating are all carbs---and bad carbs at that......anything 100% whole wheat in multi grain is where it's at. There is something with the 100% whole wheat part of it that is the key. I love whole wheat pasta but in moderation. Anyway--I am only "parroting" back what I have learned over the years. I have lost several inches in the 50 some odd days of this regimen. I hope it helps you too!! __________________ I'll let go of what I was, accept myself for what I am- and become who I was meant to be! 2-15-08

08-15-2007, 12:22 PM	#2 (permalink)
Jwife22 Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: SC Posts: 1,036	I'm with ya Jack. Starting this very moment~

08-16-2007, 05:43 AM	#4 (permalink)
smiling jack Rockin 'n' rollin' everyday Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Midwest Posts: 583	Well, we'll see how it goes. Like many things I don't like, this activity requires honestly looking at the previous day and figuring out what makes sense. Two times yesterday, I ate more OF than I should. I finished off a box of wheat thins, and I was in too much of a rush to cut in half the portion of meatloaf my wife served. I will come here, acknowledge what happened, and use this accountability to be normal in my portion control on OF's today. Thanks. As of August 15th jwife - 1 day jack -

08-17-2007, 05:08 AM	#6 (permalink)
smiling jack Rockin 'n' rollin' everyday Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Midwest Posts: 583	Well, last night, another service group has a bunch of extra "Jimmie John's" type sandwiches around after the meeting. I had 1 and 1/4 sandwiches. I am not giving myself credit for a day of controlling portions of obvious fats. I just honestly did not do it. I am learning about my honesty, awareness of my surroundings, and my willingness to go to any length to control my addictive behaviours, and that is progress As of August 16th jwife - 2 days jack -

08-18-2007, 07:49 AM	#8 (permalink)
smiling jack Rockin 'n' rollin' everyday Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Midwest Posts: 583	Please forgive me, Cali, for not adding you to the list. As I am struggling to get Day 1 on this, I now sense how difficult this challenge is. Last night, it was enough nachos for 4 that two of us ate. I will try again today, and I will get this...I will get this....I will get this... As of August 17th Cali^ - 51 days Jwife - 3 days Jack

08-19-2007, 09:44 AM	#10 (permalink)
Pony Forum Leader Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: trail of discovery Posts: 2,326	{{{ Jack }}} Keep going buddy....it's a struggle at first, but little by little it will just become your life change. __________________ "Failure is an EVENT, it is not a person – yesterday really did end last night, and today is your brand new day..." .........unknown The sun always rises, and a new day begins.

08-19-2007, 11:02 AM	#11 (permalink)
smiling jack Rockin 'n' rollin' everyday Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Midwest Posts: 583	Thanks for the encouragement and experience. Excess may as well be my middle name. I will claim yesterday as Day 1. I will try today to have "portion control" on OF's today, as well. As of August 18th Cali^ - 52 days Jwife - 4 days Jack - 1 day

08-20-2007, 06:21 AM	#12 (permalink)
smiling jack Rockin 'n' rollin' everyday Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Midwest Posts: 583	I didn't eat sensibly yesterday. Instead of a lunch, I snacked on Wheat Thins, instead of one at a time, I grab handfuls, and eat far too many. I ate larger portions for dinner...when I should look at the portions, and exercise some control. I'll try again today. Thanks for the support. As of August 19th Cali^ - 53 days Jwife - 5 days Jack -

08-20-2007, 09:30 AM	#13 (permalink)
cali came-came to-came to believe Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: east coast Posts: 788	I am really trying to keep focus here.....I HATE the power substances sometimes still have over me even though I haven't ingested them....... I get overwhelmed with everything that I am succeeding at...... gosh-I can't win for losing LOL I don't know--I struggle with "balance" I guess. And just for the record---today is all any of us have __________________ I'll let go of what I was, accept myself for what I am- and become who I was meant to be! 2-15-08

08-21-2007, 06:38 AM	#14 (permalink)
smiling jack Rockin 'n' rollin' everyday Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Midwest Posts: 583	I ate moderately yesterday, with good portion control of OF. I am grateful. Today will be another challenge. As of August 20th Cali^ - 54 days Jwife - 6 days Jack - 1 day

08-21-2007, 08:27 AM	#15 (permalink)
cali came-came to-came to believe Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: east coast Posts: 788	amazing what "a day" can do I feel much better today-and again I pledge to fuel myself with foods that are conducive to moving forward. It feels really hard sometimes but when I get to the other side of it, I am amazed at how wonderful I feel for riding it out- riding another wave in the ocean of life......... __________________ I'll let go of what I was, accept myself for what I am- and become who I was meant to be! 2-15-08

08-29-2007, 06:42 PM	#25 (permalink)

08-21-2007, 08:29 AM	#16 (permalink)
cali came-came to-came to believe Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: east coast Posts: 788	ps I have been reminded to enjoy the good while "I got it" cause this too shall pass __________________ I'll let go of what I was, accept myself for what I am- and become who I was meant to be! 2-15-08

08-22-2007, 07:55 AM	#17 (permalink)
smiling jack Rockin 'n' rollin' everyday Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Midwest Posts: 583	I ate moderately yesterday, with good portion control of OF. I am grateful. Today will be another challenge. As of August 21th Cali^ - 55 days Jwife - 6 days Jack - 2 days

08-23-2007, 06:32 AM	#19 (permalink)
smiling jack Rockin 'n' rollin' everyday Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Midwest Posts: 583	I ate moderately yesterday, with good portion control of OF. I am grateful. Today will be another challenge. I will post the list later. Take Care

08-24-2007, 07:43 AM	#20 (permalink)
smiling jack Rockin 'n' rollin' everyday Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Midwest Posts: 583	I ate moderately yesterday, with good portion control of OF. I am grateful. Today will be another challenge. As of August 23th Cali^ - 57 days Jwife - 8 days Jack - 4 days

08-25-2007, 07:13 AM	#21 (permalink)
smiling jack Rockin 'n' rollin' everyday Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Midwest Posts: 583	I ate moderately yesterday, with good portion control of OF. I am grateful There is a long athletic event in Chicago Sunday, and I'm in it for the 4th year. Because I've decided to try "carb loading" for endurance, I am suspending my days clean and sober of obvious fats as of the Saturday the 25th...and returning Monday the 27th. This may allow me to try larger portions of obvious fats for endurance. I plan to post tomorrow and Monday. As of the end of August 24th Cali^ - 58 days Jwife - 9 days Jack - 5 days

08-26-2007, 07:15 PM	#22 (permalink)
cali came-came to-came to believe Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: east coast Posts: 788	Good luck Jack-sounds great-let us know how you make out! Had a huge family party yesterday...it was trying, but not unbearable--- made it through! __________________ I'll let go of what I was, accept myself for what I am- and become who I was meant to be! 2-15-08

08-28-2007, 07:38 AM	#23 (permalink)
smiling jack Rockin 'n' rollin' everyday Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Midwest Posts: 583	I really improved. Last year, I was in the lowest 25% of my age group. This year, I moved up to making the upper half of my age group. Last years time was 3h and 45 minutes. This year was 3h and 15 minutes. I had more endurance. I am back on track on eating moderately, especially on obvious fats. As of August 27th Cali^ - 61 days Jwife - 12 days Jack - 5 days

08-28-2007, 04:25 PM	#24 (permalink)
Pony Forum Leader Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: trail of discovery Posts: 2,326	That was great Jack. Sounds like it was fun. And now it's good that you got right back on track with your task here. good for you. That's what life is all about. __________________ "Failure is an EVENT, it is not a person – yesterday really did end last night, and today is your brand new day..." .........unknown The sun always rises, and a new day begins.