How to have a disciplined Christmas?

parthy · 29-11-2010, 09:48

Food is the best thing about Christmas. As I tell my family and friends every year, I'd be happy if there was none of this presents guff. Food and loved ones is all I need.

However, I am getting slightly sick of being at least a half a stone heavier at the end of the Christmas holidays.

Should I attempt to be have some self-discipline and eat a bit less crap this year, or just accept the weight gain?

Anyone on here ever made the decision to eat less at Xmas? If so, how did you do it?

c4rv · 29-11-2010, 10:05

Actual turkey and veg is not a huge problem, its all the other stuff that goes with it (like cooking in goose fat), chocolates, nuts, booze, etc and portion control.

At the end of the day its up to you if you want put on the few pounds or not.

parthy · 29-11-2010, 10:16

Quote:

Originally Posted by c4rv

Actual turkey and veg is not a huge problem, its all the other stuff that goes with it (like cooking in goose fat), chocolates, nuts, booze, etc and portion control.

At the end of the day its up to you if you want put on the few pounds or not.

Yup, portion control is a good 'un actually.

Well I'll still have the blowout Xmas day meal of course.

But in the evening I'd usually have a big turkey, gammon and stuffing sandwich.

Thinking that this year, I might just have a salad with the meats instead.

missloo · 29-11-2010, 10:17

i was on a diet last christmas and i really just cut down on all the nice things - chocolate, cake, mince pies and all the yummy savory foods. I won't be doing that again this year - i will just start dieting again in the new year

parthy · 29-11-2010, 10:28

Quote:

Originally Posted by missloo

i was on a diet last christmas and i really just cut down on all the nice things - chocolate, cake, mince pies and all the yummy savory foods. I won't be doing that again this year - i will just start dieting again in the new year

Well, yeah, presumably because you were in the process of dieting last year you didn't want to **** it up. But this year, you're presumably at your ideal weight and can see that an extra few pounds won't take long to work off in the New Year.

mirabelle · 29-11-2010, 10:47

I don't see a problem you put on pounds as you are eating more. When you go back to eating normally the pounds should fall off also. Its only when you keep eating at the Chritsmas rate that it stays on. - This is the best bit of advice I have ever had. And the woman was skinny and elder so knew what she was talking about ahah

c4rv · 29-11-2010, 11:11

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Originally Posted by mirabelle

I don't see a problem you put on pounds as you are eating more. When you go back to eating normally the pounds should fall off also. Its only when you keep eating at the Chritsmas rate that it stays on. - This is the best bit of advice I have ever had. And the woman was skinny and elder so knew what she was talking about ahah

this does not make sense, the only of losing wight is calories in < calories outs.

If you go back to your old eating habits then your weight will stablise, not decrease unless you were losing weight on your old eating habits.

gmphmac · 29-11-2010, 18:18

It's not just the food you eat, but the amount of exercise too.

You could always go for long winter walks. It'll help somewhat.

parthy · 29-11-2010, 18:20

Quote:

Originally Posted by gmphmac

It's not just the food you eat, but the amount of exercise too.

You could always go for long winter walks. It'll help somewhat.

Yup, will definitely be doing that.

guernseysnail · 29-11-2010, 19:23

Quote:

Originally Posted by gmphmac

It's not just the food you eat, but the amount of exercise too.

You could always go for long winter walks. It'll help somewhat.

Yes...balance it all out, we always go for a very long walk on Christmas day morning.....and eat most of the afternoon!

Saturn · 30-11-2010, 12:09

I've lost 21 pounds to get down to my target weight

I have no plans to cut down this Xmas. It's only a week after all. Life is too short to deprive yourself at Xmas!

parthy · 30-11-2010, 13:19

Quote:

Originally Posted by Saturn

I've lost 21 pounds to get down to my target weight

I have no plans to cut down this Xmas. It's only a week after all. Life is too short to deprive yourself at Xmas!

I do agree, however I'm not anywhere near my target weight yet.

Well done, by the way.

Frood · 30-11-2010, 13:23

Simple answer.

ignore it.

I do, and am happier in soooo many ways.

sazzleperkins · 30-11-2010, 13:49

I'm getting married in May and told the family last year that we wouldn't want big tins of chocolates as presents this Christmas.

My O/H had an accident at work a few weeks ago and his aunt sent him a massive tin of Roses. And I know my grandad has bought us a tin of Quality Street. What's the betting I win a tin of Miniature Heroes from the raffle at work to make my misery complete?

Eat slowly, drink water with your meal and watch your alcohol intake - lots of empty calories in the booze.

parthy · 30-11-2010, 14:21

Quote:

Originally Posted by sazzleperkins

I'm getting married in May and told the family last year that we wouldn't want big tins of chocolates as presents this Christmas.

My O/H had an accident at work a few weeks ago and his aunt sent him a massive tin of Roses. And I know my grandad has bought us a tin of Quality Street. What's the betting I win a tin of Miniature Heroes from the raffle at work to make my misery complete?

Eat slowly, drink water with your meal and watch your alcohol intake - lots of empty calories in the booze.

Actually, apart from maybe one blowout night out, I don't drink very much at Xmas. Though I do drink lots of coke so scratch that!

And I am a slow eater, my own saving grace.

Hope your OH gets well soon.

sazzleperkins · 01-12-2010, 10:58

Quote:

Originally Posted by parthy

Actually, apart from maybe one blowout night out, I don't drink very much at Xmas. Though I do drink lots of coke so scratch that!

And I am a slow eater, my own saving grace.

Hope your OH gets well soon.

Aww, thanks. It'll be a long slow process but hopefully he'll get there in the end.

cakehole · 01-12-2010, 11:31

I cut down well before Xmas to make up for the blow-out

Melanie858 · 01-12-2010, 12:26

It's all the nibble-y things like nuts and chocolates which tend to really add on the calories at xmas. If you can resist those it can make a big difference!

Usually xmas day we're so stuffed from turkey, veg and xmas pudding, that we really don't tend to eat anything in the afternoon/evening, excet maybe a couple of chocs a little slice of xmas cake if anyone has room. My mum gave up planning something to eat for xmas day tea (usually sausage rolls, cold meats etc) a few years ago, because no one really wanted it.

I don't think I really eat that much more on xmas day than most other days. It's just that I eat it mostly at once (lunch) rather than over 2 or 3 meals like most days.

parthy · 01-12-2010, 12:37

Quote:

Originally Posted by cakehole

I cut down well before Xmas to make up for the blow-out

Yup, my mum does that every year. She knows she's gonna gain weight at Xmas, but she figures if she loses a few pounds before then it's like damage control.

29-11-2010, 09:48	#1
parthy Forum Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 5,010	How to have a disciplined Christmas? Food is the best thing about Christmas. As I tell my family and friends every year, I'd be happy if there was none of this presents guff. Food and loved ones is all I need. However, I am getting slightly sick of being at least a half a stone heavier at the end of the Christmas holidays. Should I attempt to be have some self-discipline and eat a bit less crap this year, or just accept the weight gain? Anyone on here ever made the decision to eat less at Xmas? If so, how did you do it?

29-11-2010, 10:05	#2
c4rv Forum Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Essex Posts: 16,218	Actual turkey and veg is not a huge problem, its all the other stuff that goes with it (like cooking in goose fat), chocolates, nuts, booze, etc and portion control. At the end of the day its up to you if you want put on the few pounds or not.

29-11-2010, 10:16	#3
parthy Forum Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 5,010	Quote: Originally Posted by c4rv Actual turkey and veg is not a huge problem, its all the other stuff that goes with it (like cooking in goose fat), chocolates, nuts, booze, etc and portion control. At the end of the day its up to you if you want put on the few pounds or not. Yup, portion control is a good 'un actually. Well I'll still have the blowout Xmas day meal of course. But in the evening I'd usually have a big turkey, gammon and stuffing sandwich. Thinking that this year, I might just have a salad with the meats instead.

29-11-2010, 10:17	#4
missloo Forum Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 1,823	i was on a diet last christmas and i really just cut down on all the nice things - chocolate, cake, mince pies and all the yummy savory foods. I won't be doing that again this year - i will just start dieting again in the new year

29-11-2010, 10:28	#5
parthy Forum Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 5,010	Quote: Originally Posted by missloo i was on a diet last christmas and i really just cut down on all the nice things - chocolate, cake, mince pies and all the yummy savory foods. I won't be doing that again this year - i will just start dieting again in the new year Well, yeah, presumably because you were in the process of dieting last year you didn't want to **** it up. But this year, you're presumably at your ideal weight and can see that an extra few pounds won't take long to work off in the New Year.

29-11-2010, 10:47	#6
mirabelle Forum Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: around Posts: 2,627	I don't see a problem you put on pounds as you are eating more. When you go back to eating normally the pounds should fall off also. Its only when you keep eating at the Chritsmas rate that it stays on. - This is the best bit of advice I have ever had. And the woman was skinny and elder so knew what she was talking about ahah

29-11-2010, 11:11	#7
c4rv Forum Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Essex Posts: 16,218	Quote: Originally Posted by mirabelle I don't see a problem you put on pounds as you are eating more. When you go back to eating normally the pounds should fall off also. Its only when you keep eating at the Chritsmas rate that it stays on. - This is the best bit of advice I have ever had. And the woman was skinny and elder so knew what she was talking about ahah this does not make sense, the only of losing wight is calories in < calories outs. If you go back to your old eating habits then your weight will stablise, not decrease unless you were losing weight on your old eating habits.

29-11-2010, 18:18	#8
gmphmac Forum Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Everywhere Posts: 2,082	It's not just the food you eat, but the amount of exercise too. You could always go for long winter walks. It'll help somewhat.

29-11-2010, 18:20	#9
parthy Forum Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 5,010	Quote: Originally Posted by gmphmac It's not just the food you eat, but the amount of exercise too. You could always go for long winter walks. It'll help somewhat. Yup, will definitely be doing that.

29-11-2010, 19:23	#10
guernseysnail Forum Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Guess... Posts: 18,307	Quote: Originally Posted by gmphmac It's not just the food you eat, but the amount of exercise too. You could always go for long winter walks. It'll help somewhat. Yes...balance it all out, we always go for a very long walk on Christmas day morning.....and eat most of the afternoon!

30-11-2010, 12:09	#11
Saturn Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 18,441	I've lost 21 pounds to get down to my target weight I have no plans to cut down this Xmas. It's only a week after all. Life is too short to deprive yourself at Xmas!

30-11-2010, 13:19	#12
parthy Forum Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 5,010	Quote: Originally Posted by Saturn I've lost 21 pounds to get down to my target weight I have no plans to cut down this Xmas. It's only a week after all. Life is too short to deprive yourself at Xmas! I do agree, however I'm not anywhere near my target weight yet. Well done, by the way.

30-11-2010, 13:23	#13
Frood Inactive Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 12,882	Simple answer. ignore it. I do, and am happier in soooo many ways.

30-11-2010, 13:49	#14
sazzleperkins Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Boing Boing! Boing Boing! Posts: 2,865	I'm getting married in May and told the family last year that we wouldn't want big tins of chocolates as presents this Christmas. My O/H had an accident at work a few weeks ago and his aunt sent him a massive tin of Roses. And I know my grandad has bought us a tin of Quality Street. What's the betting I win a tin of Miniature Heroes from the raffle at work to make my misery complete? Eat slowly, drink water with your meal and watch your alcohol intake - lots of empty calories in the booze.

30-11-2010, 14:21	#15
parthy Forum Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 5,010	Quote: Originally Posted by sazzleperkins I'm getting married in May and told the family last year that we wouldn't want big tins of chocolates as presents this Christmas. My O/H had an accident at work a few weeks ago and his aunt sent him a massive tin of Roses. And I know my grandad has bought us a tin of Quality Street. What's the betting I win a tin of Miniature Heroes from the raffle at work to make my misery complete? Eat slowly, drink water with your meal and watch your alcohol intake - lots of empty calories in the booze. Actually, apart from maybe one blowout night out, I don't drink very much at Xmas. Though I do drink lots of coke so scratch that! And I am a slow eater, my own saving grace. Hope your OH gets well soon.

01-12-2010, 10:58	#16
sazzleperkins Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Boing Boing! Boing Boing! Posts: 2,865	Quote: Originally Posted by parthy Actually, apart from maybe one blowout night out, I don't drink very much at Xmas. Though I do drink lots of coke so scratch that! And I am a slow eater, my own saving grace. Hope your OH gets well soon. Aww, thanks. It'll be a long slow process but hopefully he'll get there in the end.

01-12-2010, 11:31	#17
cakehole Forum Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 1,577	I cut down well before Xmas to make up for the blow-out

01-12-2010, 12:26	#18
Melanie858 Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Letchworth Posts: 3,446	It's all the nibble-y things like nuts and chocolates which tend to really add on the calories at xmas. If you can resist those it can make a big difference! Usually xmas day we're so stuffed from turkey, veg and xmas pudding, that we really don't tend to eat anything in the afternoon/evening, excet maybe a couple of chocs a little slice of xmas cake if anyone has room. My mum gave up planning something to eat for xmas day tea (usually sausage rolls, cold meats etc) a few years ago, because no one really wanted it. I don't think I really eat that much more on xmas day than most other days. It's just that I eat it mostly at once (lunch) rather than over 2 or 3 meals like most days.

01-12-2010, 12:37	#19
parthy Forum Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 5,010	Quote: Originally Posted by cakehole I cut down well before Xmas to make up for the blow-out Yup, my mum does that every year. She knows she's gonna gain weight at Xmas, but she figures if she loses a few pounds before then it's like damage control.

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