Winter fat?

I was able to wear my white pants yesterday and they fit just fine. Whew. The temps were into the 70's. We had a beautiful day and that's motivating. Today, it's going to snow - again !!! This is my problem. It keeps snowing and I keep piling on layers of clothing to shovel it, then drink hot cocoa to warm up or a Starbucks latte and something filling and fattening to eat. It's comfort mechanism. I need temps to get consistently warm so I can be properly motivated to beat this.
 

I grew up in MA chic. Some winters it seemed like spring would NEVER get here. I think it makes you appreciate those warm months more though.
This winter in particular has been a doozy even in the south.
 
How about a stationary bike??!! Don't blame the weather for your beautiful figures. You can place the bike anywhere in the house and do several things while you burn calories. mine is in the living room.:)
 

hearlady said:
Ruthanne, anything you can do to move around helps even if it's sitting in a chair lifting a soup can in each hand. Sorry you're feeling depressed. I hope some spring weather soon might help.
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Thanks hearlady. I walked to the store yesterday so I did get a bit of exercise.
 
Ruthanne said:
Yes, the Winter has given me some extra poundage. Trying to get into the exercise mindset but since it's been so long it's hard to do that, for me at least. It's quite depressing a situation for me actually.
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I'm not as happy in the winter either Ruth, and can find it a challenge to motivate myself. Everything is cold and grey and dirty for months on end. Sun and warm temps really help and it is on the way.
 
chic said:
I'm not as happy in the winter either Ruth, and can find it a challenge to motivate myself. Everything is cold and grey and dirty for months on end. Sun and warm temps really help and it is on the way.
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Yes, the grey skies are a real downer. We are supposed to have some nice weather coming up but I know Winter is not over yet..can't hardly wait for Spring!
 
Well my fantastic plan went down the tubes when GC came this weekend. That's ok, back on track now. It's ok to live life and be good most of the time.
 
Ruthanne said:
Yes, the Winter has given me some extra poundage. Trying to get into the exercise mindset but since it's been so long it's hard to do that, for me at least. It's quite depressing a situation for me actually.
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Ruthanne said:
Thanks hearlady. I walked to the store yesterday so I did get a bit of exercise.
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It is going to be hard to lose the extra 10/15lbs I but on!! I went out today to clean up 7 branches from 4 trees that broke off during the recent ice storm!! Thought I would not make it back into the recliner!!
 
I feel puffy again due to severe cold temps. Luckily, or not so luckily, we're getting dumped on with tons of snow so all that shoveling must be burning calories. Still, I'm back to eating, eating, eating because of the cold. Still doing my crunches and weight lifting. But I can't wait for spring. When more skin is exposed the motivation will come back. However our local meteorologists say we'll get another foot of snow before April. Bleh.
 
hearlady said:
Ok. I've lost 1.5 lbs and 1% body fat. The better indicator is when I leaned over to brush my teeth this morning there wasn't as much hanging over the sink, if you know what I mean.:)
I know this isn't long term but I need some progress.
"My science" is:
You cut the carbs during the day to lose the cravings.
You lose the cravings so you can cut the snacks.
You cut the snacks so you can save the calories.
You save the calories during the day so you can have more including carbs at night and feel satisfied.
Just a jump start.
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Very good advice.
Ive gained about 3 extra pounds this winter but it will soon be gone with the warmer weather. I’m super reactive so extra weight really isn’t an issue. I walk and do yoga everyday in the winter and bike ride and swim in the summer
 
Two weeks ago I tried on my jeans, had been wearing comfortable elastic waistbands and when I could not do the jeans up I knew it was time to kick myself in the arse and give myself a wake up call.

I seriously started cutting back on the eats and began walking daily. So far 5 lbs, jeans go on but the muffin top goes over....sigh. Still working at it.
 
My closest friend has gained 25 lbs this winter. That's motivation enough for me now to do something more definite to fight the winter fat. Summer bodies are built in winter!
 
Yup. Noticed I'd put on a few pounds in the last 3 or so weeks. Even my 'comfy' undies are feeling snug! I've never been into exercise (only tai chi for a spell and that stuff WORKS - wish I could get motivated to pick it back up). I find just watching the calories helps. Spent $185 at Trader Joe's this weekend and checked the calories of EVERYTHING! I had to laugh at myself as I bought a jar of marinated veggies (cauliflower, peppers, carrots) and was THRILLED it was only 10 calories a serving. Two things: A. Not super filling. B. What do I have with it to make it a palatable lunch?

I'm a bread fanatic. I was proud I walked out of that store with NO BREAD products! Oh, I looked - but checked the calories and put it right back down. Going to try and cut down/out the carbs for a spell and go with more protein and veggies.

And no, winter does not help (in Maine here). SOOOOOO long! That's bread baking season in this house. :D
 

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