Weekend eating !

[bellabeans 74]

I got my sleeve 8/31, and have been losing nicely, up to 60 lbs . I find that on the weekends it's harder than a regular day at work . On the weekends it is much harder to stay focused . Yesterday I gave in and ate some Cookies and that's not the first slip up on a weekend . Don't get me wrong the old me would eat the whole package and still want more . I ate 2 didn't feel guilty and am right back on program . I weigh myself and continue to lose . I exercise and get in all my fluids plus more . Does anyone allow for a treat now and then ?? Or am I heading for disaster ??

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[thisisthenewme 358]

I think if you can allow the treats and still stay on track then it's ok. And you won't feel deprived.

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[Candygyrl 637]

Yes I am right here with you sister!!!!! I find it challenging to stay on track as well! I do well throughout the work week as I bring my lunch and Snacks for the day. I find that I don't really eat after I leave so my last meal is usually by 5pm with maybe a light snack if needed around 8 or 9 pm. I'm working around a concept of fasting approx 4-6 hours before bedtime. Anyways on the weekends-- I find that since I don't plan my eating on the weekends I don't eat like I should. Or I will have gone the whole day and finally notice around 6 well Jesus I haven't eaten all day! I take for granted that I'm around the house and that food is available buuuuuut I'm usually out and about running around and fast food for me is a NO NO NO NO NO!!!!

Although Cookies are not my vice but occasionally on date night weekends I may have a cocktail or glass of wine that I used to feel very guilty about but no longer. I made a choice. I own that choice and I learn to understand how those choices may affect me. If I choose to have an occasional cocktail or glass of wine once or twice a month so be it. None of us are perfect. But if you are giving your meal plan serious effort 90% of the time its ok to have a occasional treat in moderation.

Now I wouldn't have a drink every weekend-- I would have to make some changes there if that were happening. So if you find yourself veering off plan every weekend then it may be time to consider developing a strategy right now to help you stay on track. So just like you set yourself up for work during the week set yourself up for home on the weekends. I've started buying mini fruit and veggie trays and even prepared chicken and tuna salads from those swanky market delis to get me through the weekend days at least. Nights are usually a little less planned and it all depends on what we do. Its easier to make better choices at dinner when you've done well throughout the day.