Idle hands . . . .

[Pamalamb 72]

I am six weeks out from the big day. My doc and nut says things are going great. I am down 26 pounds since the surgery! (yeah!) I have so much more energy! I am working in the yard and committed to walking those 10,000 steps a day. So what is the problem? IDLE HANDS!!!!! My historic time to grace/knosh/snack/binge is late at night. I can't seem to kick this cycle. I have been doing well to have sugar free popcicles or turkey Jerky (my new best snack) I rationalize that it is OK because it is liquids or Protein. However, I am concerned about the future. I am afraid of this habit and want to kick it.

So here is the question for you all. . . what do you do during these times. In my case, I feel it is really a little too late to exercise. I am tired from the day and don't want to end up staying up all night due to the andrenoline, etc. I know I can't be the only one fighting this demon. So any sugguestions or guidance would be appreciated.

[joy59 81]

I too have that same concern. I am preop but trying to change my behavior now. My worst time to just start eating is between 7-9pm. One small thing I am trying is to wait to clean the kitchen and dishes till about 730 (I can't clean and eat at the same time). Lol still really hard but so far a little better. I can't

[joy59 81]

Oops didn't finish can't wait to see the other responses.

[woo woo 872]

Pick up a hands on hobby like knitting or crochet, scrapbooking etc that you can do with your hands during tv time? Another good option is to sip on a low cal beverage.

[crazzeescrapper 125]

I haven't had surgery yet but will probably have the same problem. Do you have any interest in crafts like scrap booking, knitting or painting? How about learning to play an instrument. You could Play board or computer games. That's all I can think off. Try googling "hobbies" and hopefully you'll find something to keep your hands busy.