I fell off the Food Wagon and need to jump back on!!!!!!!

Well I have been eating better for about 4 weeks and lost about 4 pounds.  But last night my cravings took over.  I totally binged on anything and everything.  I knew what i was doing I just couldn't stop.  And the funny thing is I'm usually not a binger(is that a word).  I just kept thinking well you've been eating crappy all morning and for lunch might as well have a horrible dinner.  I ordered in but I still made salmon( which was what was supposed be for dinner) which i brought for lunch today.  I was crazy.  I felt like I woke up this morning with a food hangover.  I really fell like giving up. I fell like i failed and i feel guilty because i have been doing so well up to this point.  help

Hey, no big deal!  4 weeks and 4 pounds is AWESOME!  So you binged yesterday -- go back to normal today, drink a whole lotta extra water and maybe push your workout a little harder.  Bottom line is, in the grand scheme of things you've done very little that could possibly harm your weight loss -- as long as you get right back to eating healthy (and you'll feel better too!)!

One more thing -- do you think you let your cravings take over because you're not eating enough?  Maybe up your calories a little?  Or, allow yourself the treat you craved yesterday every now and then and keep it within your calories for the day.  Just some ideas :)

I went off for three days last week and got myself back on track on saturday.(my bday valentine's day and then my hubby's bday). as long as you jump back in it's easy to get back on track. My weight is already starting to go down again. And tracking it helps me. I like to see my progress on the graph. And like the above  post 4 lbs in 4 weeks is right on target. congratulations to you.

 

I would wait a few days to weigh yourself. and remember your  healthier eating habits are a lifetime goal.if you really need to eat some of your "bad" foods eat them in smaller quanities.(probably heard this over & over). or try to do extra calorie burning that day.

I used to eat a double cheeseburger and fries a few times a week. I now eat a cheeseburger and side salad with fat free dressing. If I'm really dying for the fries I give up the cheeseburger.see you can still eat what you like.

We are only human and and are going to make mistakes. Look in the mirror and see what an amazing person you are for taking an active role of your body. Our earthly bodies are a gift from God. Be good to yourself!

I think we all do this at times.  Everyone above is right - just hop back on the wagon!

One day does NOT make the whole journey a failure so don't beat yourself up.  4 lbs in 4 weeks is great 'cause 1-2 lbs a week is ideal for long-term weight loss.  Way to go!

Thanks for the support.  I really appreciate it.  I just can't believe i did it in the first place

Hi, I just started today on this weight loss journey and it is nice to read how many people are encouraging you.  Keep up the good work your going to get back on the wagon and even lose more.  I will try to give you encouragement as we go on this adventure together.