I’m thinking about filming what I eat every single day until I reach my goal weight of 150 pounds, and I’m still trying to decide whether this is accountability or a terrible idea.
Of course I would stay tuned in butttt You are already super busy and that could lead to burn out. I so greatly appreciate all the existing content you provide to us daily already❤️ Thank you!
I honestly think that this sounds like too big a swing, especially given all the content you already provide plus the WayBetter Challenge you are gearing up for and all of your life activities, family, and work. I do like the creative thinking around trying to find a more interesting way to track, especially since you admitted you actually don't want to do it. (and really, few of us do) But I'm concerned that it too quickly will become an unrealistic goal which could be frustrating and/or disappointing.
I have a lifetime subscription to LoseIt, and I subscribe to the Oura app. Both have the capability to analyze my food intake via photos and provide some kind of feedback. (calories in the one I think and nutritiousness in the other) I can't think of anything easier that this, and I barely stick with it for a day.
You seemed to motivate a number of people to focus on tracking this week. (I would have too if my sleep weren't so wretched.) Maybe a little activity within the group to see how it goes where you post photos or screenshots in the chat at the end of the day of tracking and anyone who wants to can post in that chat thread. That could build some momentum and keep with the I am looking for information about where the food shakes out without the additional information of are people watching this, giving feedback, type of feedback, pressure to not miss a meal or bite of food while cooking, etc. which may not propel you forward.
I hear you! I will say that I have recorded two days so far and actually enjoy it. I do love making vlogs though, so this really is an extension of what I already do. Also, it give me content for every day without me even having to think about it lol.
I'm sure there are days that I will forget, skip, mess up, or just not want to film - but I think that's okay. I don't have to do every single day.
if it feels like too much, I'll stop. I'm def known to switch gears haha. I blame my ADHD though!! Thank you for this feedback!
Just my opinion…it sounds obsessive and it sounds like you are not in a good place right now. Considering that the trizepitide trials showed an average of 22% weight loss, and you have already achieved that, maybe you could put less pressure on yourself for those last arbitrary 45 pounds. So 193 is now your goal, you’ve achieved that…or 190, 185, 196…or don’t set a goal weight. I recognize where you are. Probably most of us here do. Turn down the pressure gauge. Please!
I do wonder if I'll lose more weight, I know that I can though but I do have to make changes to my eating. I'm hoping this will help with that. I don't want it to become obsessive though. not at all.
I have a friend, Dennis Sheridan, who photographed everything he ate. He then dropped it into AI and it figured out the calories. When he was finished eating, he took another picture and AI gave him the calories he had eaten... which was clearly not what the first picture showed. I'm pretty sure he used Gemini, but this could be figured out pretty easily... by asking Gemini! 🤪
I mention this because the photos might be easier to remember to take, easier to demonstrate online, and with AI, easier to see the calories and macros you are getting.
Here's my worry for you - I think you lost your 95 lbs doing it your way, in terms of eating kind of what you always had, but less. I have a few friends who have done this on their GLP-1 and lost all their weight, bless 'em. I don't have enough faith for that so went right into tracking every calorie and macro and really following rules.
That said, I worry that you get unhelpful comments (ok, downright snarky ones) and feedback on your meals. People are so friggin' judgy on this journey, I am still amazed after almost a year of doing this.
Would you only post on substack, where your community is hopefully so much more supportive and understanding??
One thing I have most appreciated about your posts and then this space is your frankness - you are one of us and you've achieved a lot but have stalls and dips and still a ways to go amid your very busy daily life and family. You deserve full grace and appreciation. I'd hate to see you walk into a buzzsaw of judgment!
Whatever you choose, your Girl Codies are here for you!
It doesn’t hurt to try it. If it becomes too much, try something else. If it helps you become more intentional and accountable, all good. You already know you can lose a significant amount of weight. The messy middle is just really hard. Give yourself the same grace you give all of us. I will watch the videos🥰
Ummm...eeeek. I think it sounds "good" until you actually have to do it every single day. Maybe start with filming to reach 10lb and then reassessing. I don't know. Sounds like self-inflicted torture! But obviously, do what you feel is right for you! I do like the idea of being more present.
Of course I would stay tuned in butttt You are already super busy and that could lead to burn out. I so greatly appreciate all the existing content you provide to us daily already❤️ Thank you!
I honestly think that this sounds like too big a swing, especially given all the content you already provide plus the WayBetter Challenge you are gearing up for and all of your life activities, family, and work. I do like the creative thinking around trying to find a more interesting way to track, especially since you admitted you actually don't want to do it. (and really, few of us do) But I'm concerned that it too quickly will become an unrealistic goal which could be frustrating and/or disappointing.
I have a lifetime subscription to LoseIt, and I subscribe to the Oura app. Both have the capability to analyze my food intake via photos and provide some kind of feedback. (calories in the one I think and nutritiousness in the other) I can't think of anything easier that this, and I barely stick with it for a day.
You seemed to motivate a number of people to focus on tracking this week. (I would have too if my sleep weren't so wretched.) Maybe a little activity within the group to see how it goes where you post photos or screenshots in the chat at the end of the day of tracking and anyone who wants to can post in that chat thread. That could build some momentum and keep with the I am looking for information about where the food shakes out without the additional information of are people watching this, giving feedback, type of feedback, pressure to not miss a meal or bite of food while cooking, etc. which may not propel you forward.
I hear you! I will say that I have recorded two days so far and actually enjoy it. I do love making vlogs though, so this really is an extension of what I already do. Also, it give me content for every day without me even having to think about it lol.
I'm sure there are days that I will forget, skip, mess up, or just not want to film - but I think that's okay. I don't have to do every single day.
if it feels like too much, I'll stop. I'm def known to switch gears haha. I blame my ADHD though!! Thank you for this feedback!
I love the way your brain works!
You have so much experience doing vlogs, and I have ZERO so of course it seems like an insurmountable obstacle to me.
Glad you are already finding value and enjoyment in it.
This is a case of where being a teacher is a super power - ready for anything, reflective, and can pivot at a moment’s notice.
I can track every day but I do not think I could film everything I eat. You do you and what makes you happy.
lol. I like filming though :)
Just my opinion…it sounds obsessive and it sounds like you are not in a good place right now. Considering that the trizepitide trials showed an average of 22% weight loss, and you have already achieved that, maybe you could put less pressure on yourself for those last arbitrary 45 pounds. So 193 is now your goal, you’ve achieved that…or 190, 185, 196…or don’t set a goal weight. I recognize where you are. Probably most of us here do. Turn down the pressure gauge. Please!
I do wonder if I'll lose more weight, I know that I can though but I do have to make changes to my eating. I'm hoping this will help with that. I don't want it to become obsessive though. not at all.
Thank you for looking out for me!
I have a friend, Dennis Sheridan, who photographed everything he ate. He then dropped it into AI and it figured out the calories. When he was finished eating, he took another picture and AI gave him the calories he had eaten... which was clearly not what the first picture showed. I'm pretty sure he used Gemini, but this could be figured out pretty easily... by asking Gemini! 🤪
I mention this because the photos might be easier to remember to take, easier to demonstrate online, and with AI, easier to see the calories and macros you are getting.
Just an idea!
I am also taking photos so I can drop it into AI to get my estimated macros! I love using chatgpt for that. I may do a mixture of the two!
I look forward to seeing where your project leads you!
Here's my worry for you - I think you lost your 95 lbs doing it your way, in terms of eating kind of what you always had, but less. I have a few friends who have done this on their GLP-1 and lost all their weight, bless 'em. I don't have enough faith for that so went right into tracking every calorie and macro and really following rules.
That said, I worry that you get unhelpful comments (ok, downright snarky ones) and feedback on your meals. People are so friggin' judgy on this journey, I am still amazed after almost a year of doing this.
Would you only post on substack, where your community is hopefully so much more supportive and understanding??
One thing I have most appreciated about your posts and then this space is your frankness - you are one of us and you've achieved a lot but have stalls and dips and still a ways to go amid your very busy daily life and family. You deserve full grace and appreciation. I'd hate to see you walk into a buzzsaw of judgment!
Whatever you choose, your Girl Codies are here for you!
THIS!! People will absolutely be mean, they are very judgy on IG lol! I appreciate you so much!!
Luckily, I have pretty thick skin.
It doesn’t hurt to try it. If it becomes too much, try something else. If it helps you become more intentional and accountable, all good. You already know you can lose a significant amount of weight. The messy middle is just really hard. Give yourself the same grace you give all of us. I will watch the videos🥰
YESS!! I'm a pro at trying different things!
Ummm...eeeek. I think it sounds "good" until you actually have to do it every single day. Maybe start with filming to reach 10lb and then reassessing. I don't know. Sounds like self-inflicted torture! But obviously, do what you feel is right for you! I do like the idea of being more present.
haha right. Small steps... one day at a time.