Fat Smashers Aug 21-27

[Suzanne 3FC]

Good morning everyone! Is everyone ready to get started? If you are on the Fat Smash Diet, please feel free to join in this thread. It doesn't matter if you are just starting or if you are in Phase 4 :)

Good luck!!

[Suzanne 3FC]

I'm on day 1 of Phase 1. Here's my plan -

Breakfast
1 cup oatmeal (steel cut oats) with 1 small, chopped apple, cinnamon, a dash of butter buds and a smidgen of splenda, and 1 cup skim milk

Snack
Smoothie made from 6 oz plain yogurt, 1/2 cup skim milk, 1/2 cup raspberries, and splenda

Lunch
Salad of baby spinach leaves, chopped tomatoes and onions, 1/2 cup black beans, and roasted red pepper vinagrette (Seeds of Change). I'll try a cup of plain brown rice on the side, but if I don't like it then I'll dress it up.

Dinner
Eggplant and zucchini, tossed with 2 tsp olive oil and oven roasted
1 cup brown rice pilaf with porcini mushrooms and onions

Snack
Another raspberry smoothie

Exercise
30 minute morning treadmill
PUSH dvd
30 minute evening treadmill

[BOUNCY]

Good Morning Suzanne and all. I started the plan this am. The book store emailed me sat. and told me they couldnt get me a copy of the book. So i went to wal-mart and one left !! Ya!! I got it!! Iam so excited about this Ladies. Iam at work so dont have time to list the whole menu
b- oatmeal with yougart and a apple. 2 glasses of water
s- 1 banbana
L- brown rice with red, yellow peppers and onion with cajan seasoning and
a little beans blueberry herbal tea
s- frozen grapes and water 2 glasses
D- veggie soup and a salad with 1t. rf ranch dressing. green tea
nectarine.
If i get hungry during the day at work , i brought carrot sticks and extra fruit. ya !! I did have time to post my menu for today!! hew!!
Ididnt get the chance to do exercise this am aWill walk to night my 5miles .
did walk last night for 5miles with my dd. all of you wonderful ladies have a great day. Suzanne your menu looks so ................good. alot of planning there.

[dav310]

Morning,

I have to food shop this afternoon and will give it a go starting tomorrow. After food shopping I plan on making some red lentil and carrot soup. Have to modify it a bit for phase I but will have that on hand in containers for the week.

Like both your menus. I really haven't made a formal menu for myself yet but as I think of something I add it to my shopping list. So far I know I will be making the soup.

I'm also thinking of a mock risotto. Saute diced veggies in a light broth and add that to brown rice.

Good luck everyone.

[BOUNCY]

Hi Dottie, That is a great idea, I made the soup with veggie broth. I need to get some more to keep in hand. Will be glad for you to join us friend.Iam jsut so excited and iam going to do this !! we all can do it!! Take care and have a great day.

[pmteub]

I am starting today too, my book is in the mail and should be in tonight :carrot:

Seeing your menus for today, I obviously didnt bring enough food with me to work today. So tonight I will get on track with making a menu and planning better. Yesterday I went shopping for fruits and veggies, and you know it was weird only going to the produce isle!

Pam

[buttercupkitty]

Starting today again for Phase 1. Oatmeal for breakfast...cooking up a big batch of brown rice (I make it with low sodium chicken broth instead of water, gives it a better flavor) so that I can use it over the next couple of days. Also love smoothies with plain yogurt, small banana, frozen strawberries and some fresh squeezed OJ and some ice. Yummy.

[Suzanne 3FC]

:lol: Pam, I find shopping goes a lot faster now that I've switched to whole foods, and this diet (at least phase 1) is going to be even easier. And cheaper! I went to the farmers market Saturday and bought a lot of produce for just a few bucks.

[Suzanne 3FC]

I'm getting a late start on making my brown rice today. I'm going to try a tip someone else posted, that was from Cooks Illustrated magazine.

FOOLPROOF OVEN-BAKED BROWN RICE
1-1/2 cups long-, medium- or short-grain brown rice
2-1/3 cups water
2 teaspoons butter or vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon salt

Preheat the oven to 375 F and move a rack to the middle position. Spread the rice into an 8-inch square, glass baking dish. In a covered saucepan on the stove, bring the water and butter or oil to a boil over high heat. Once it begins to boil, stir in the salt and pour over the rice. Cover the baking dish tightly with a double layer of foil. Bake for one hour, until tender. Remove from the oven and uncover. Fluff the rice with a fork, cover with a clean kitchen towel; let rice stand 5 minutes. Uncover for another 5 minutes, then serve immediately. Serves 4 to 6.

[BOUNCY]

I am starting today too, my book is in the mail and should be in tonight :carrot:

Seeing your menus for today, I obviously didnt bring enough food with me to work today. So tonight I will get on track with making a menu and planning better. Yesterday I went shopping for fruits and veggies, and you know it was weird only going to the produce isle!

Pam

me too!! and what do you think was at the check out stand!! cookies !!
my fab!! I was strong, cause iam going to detox myself good!! hew!! have a
good day.

[BOUNCY]

Starting today again for Phase 1. Oatmeal for breakfast...cooking up a big batch of brown rice (I make it with low sodium chicken broth instead of water, bives it a better flavor) so that I can use it over the next couple of days. Also love smoothies with plain yogurt, small banana, frozen strawberries and some fresh squeezed OJ and some ice. Yummy.

That is good idea to plan and that way!! have veggies and such ready for
our meal to be quicker to prepare. Go team we can do it!! see all later

[BOUNCY]

Thanks Suzanne for the recipe fo the rice!! Iam not that great when
it come to cooking rice. Boil in bags for me!! have a good day

[IlostIT4ever]

Wooohoo Linda Buddie, I found you, I am so excited about this new diet, thanks my friend for showing me the way once again

Ladean

[BOUNCY]

Hey Buddie, I Just Emialed You And Here You Are. It Is Realy A Good Plan. I Had Alittle Headach Right Before My Day At Work Ended. I Know It Was From My Lack Of Diet Coke !! Hew!! Had Herbal Tea Today. See You Later. You Can Do It. Lol

[IlostIT4ever]

Yeah I finally found it, I am so exicted about this, I know we will do great.

[IlostIT4ever]

As I am reading the book it says 2 cups of brown rice per day, but I don't see where it says how much beans you can have,can someone help me on this please.

[BOUNCY]

Good Morning Suzanne and Ladean and all. wishing all a great day a smashing!! hw!! I did real good yesterday now for day 2!! we can do it!!

b- egg white omelet with peppers and veggies herbal tea
s- yougart
L- spinach sald with red, yellow purple onion and squash,tomaoes and lf
dressing. 1apple
s- 1 milk 1 yogard with strawberries smoothe
D- brown rice , veggies and cooked in veggie broth. black beans 1 banbana
herbal tea.

gazzell to night 1hr.
ab lounge this am 10min.

all of you beautiful ladies have a great day!! stay strong ,we can do it!!

[sllamey]

Here I go! LOL
I'm starting this morning. Already downing 1 tall glass of water....
Breakfast will be oatmeal and a banana.
Snack will be yogurt
Lunch..huge salad and maybe brown rice
snack frozen grapes
dinner veggie soup with brown rice
snack more yogurt

[BOUNCY]

Good Morning Buddie, As For As The Rice , I Just Dont Eat Over 4oz!! Like The Protien On The Next Phase. Maybe Suzanne Are Someone Else Can Help. Have Good Day.

[IlostIT4ever]

Linda....Good morning, I am so ready to get started today, I was looking at everyone's menus, and decided to change mine up a little, Instead of having the yogurt for breakfast, I'll have it as a snack, So Oatmeal, and an apple for breakfast..Had 1 cup of Raspberry tea already...Good luck my Fat Smashing friend LOL

Ladean

[dav310]

Morning Everyone,

Well today is my first day. I did food shopping yesterday afternoon and I am set.

Just weighed and measured myself. I knew things were getting tight but had a bit of a shock when there it was that woman looking back at me in the mirror. She was naked and I didn't like what I saw. :censored:

Off to a good start this morning compared to other mornings. Just finished a bowl of oatmeal with cinnamon and fresh blueberries.

Have a good one today.

[Suzanne 3FC]

As I am reading the book it says 2 cups of brown rice per day, but I don't see where it says how much beans you can have,can someone help me on this please.
I don't think he specified a limit. But what I personally plan to do is measure out 1/2 cup whenever I have any type of bean or legume since they can pack a lot of calories.

Hope that helps :)

[Suzanne 3FC]

Good morning everyone, you are all off to a great start! :bravo:

Here's my plan for the day:

Breakfast
Oatmeal with chopped apple and skim milk

Snack
Cherry yogurt smoothie with flax

Lunch (edited)
Cold brown rice mixed with chopped onions and tomatoes, chopped fresh spinach, and a mixture of yogurt and Seeds of Change brand roasted red pepper vinaigrette. It was yummy!

Snack
Blueberries and yogurt

Dinner
Brown rice with sauteed onions, portabello mushrooms, sundried tomatoes, and balsamic vinegar.

Exercise
2 (30m) walks on treadmill

[IlostIT4ever]

Thanks, I guess we'll just have to use common sense on the beans.I don't think he specified a limit. But what I personally plan to do is measure out 1/2 cup whenever I have any type of bean or legume since they can pack a lot of calories.

Hope that helps :)

[IlostIT4ever]

Sorry for being a pest with questions, I am just hoping someone here knows a bit more about this plan then I do : ) What about Splenda? Can we use it on phase 1? I just ate my oatmeal with apple chunks and cinnimon, I didn't care for it, so Blah tasting, I mean I CAN eat it, I just don't enjoy it without Splenda.
Thanks for the help:?:

[Suzanne 3FC]

From what I understand, we can have up to 2 tablespoons worth of Splenda per day on Phase 1 if we have to. I'm using it. I also can't take the oatmeal plain, though I am making an effort to make it less sweet than I'm used to. A lot of people love plain oatmeal with fruit, so I guess it's an acquired taste, lol. I just have to train my tastebuds to appreciate less sweetness.

[IlostIT4ever]

Well that's a relief, I wasn't sure if I could stomach the taste of plain oatmeal again LOL, I think I will still add the fruit and maybe a 1/2 packet of Splenda, since I don't add it to my teas I don't think a 1/2 packet will hurt anything..Thanks for replying so quickly, I was about to get bummed out LOL

[pmteub]

Well I have to say, so far I am enjoying this way of eating. I am only on day 2 and withdrawls from pop and sugary foods havent been bad at all.

I did have a headache last night, but when I reviewed my fit day log, I had only consumed about 600 calories, since I didnt bring enough food to work. So for today I planned a little better and just got done with lunch and I am suppose to have my afternoon snack, but really I am not hungry in the least....which I cant believe!

Pam

[IlostIT4ever]

Well I have to say, so far I am enjoying this way of eating. I am only on day 2 and withdrawls from pop and sugary foods havent been bad at all.

I did have a headache last night, but when I reviewed my fit day log, I had only consumed about 600 calories, since I didnt bring enough food to work. So for today I planned a little better and just got done with lunch and I am suppose to have my afternoon snack, but really I am not hungry in the least....which I cant believe!

Pam
I know what you mean, I had rice and a salad planned for lunch, but by the time I ate a cup of rice I was full, so I passed on the salad until later on...Just in case you need a little more flovor to your rice or soup I added abut 1/2 tsp of Maggie liquid seasoning to it, and MAN it was so good..Their are no calories or fat in the seasoning but the sodium is high so beware of that...It sounds like your off to a good start.. Way to go.:carrot:

[Suzanne 3FC]

I'm enjoying today more than yesterday, lol. I'm learning to add things for more flavor so that I don't end up with a bowl of something that just tastes like brown rice, lol. I really need good, deep flavors to make me enjoy a diet plan. Otherwise, I move on to another plan :lol:

Today I improvised with lunch and was very happy with the results. I had a bottle of Seeds of Change brand roasted red pepper vinaigrette. It's a naturally low fat, all natural dressing, so it's allowed. I combined 1 1/2 Tbsp of it with 1 Tbsp plain yogurt and poured it over my cup of cold brown rice. I added chopped onions and tomatoes, and chopped fresh spinach. It was seriously delicious :lol:

I'll investigate the Maggie seasoning, thanks for the tip!

Pam, I find that fruit smoothies really satisfy my sweet tooth. I just combine frozen berries with yogurt and milk, and add a little splenda to tame the tartness. These days I also add a tablespoon of ground flax seeds to gain the benefits of omega oils and fiber, plus it adds a slightly nutty flavor to the mix.

[IlostIT4ever]

I'm enjoying today more than yesterday, lol. I'm learning to add things for more flavor so that I don't end up with a bowl of something that just tastes like brown rice, lol. I really need good, deep flavors to make me enjoy a diet plan. Otherwise, I move on to another plan :lol:

Today I improvised with lunch and was very happy with the results. I had a bottle of Seeds of Change brand roasted red pepper vinaigrette. It's a naturally low fat, all natural dressing, so it's allowed. I combined 1 1/2 Tbsp of it with 1 Tbsp plain yogurt and poured it over my cup of cold brown rice. I added chopped onions and tomatoes, and chopped fresh spinach. It was seriously delicious :lol:

I'll investigate the Maggie seasoning, thanks for the tip!

Pam, I find that fruit smoothies really satisfy my sweet tooth. I just combine frozen berries with yogurt and milk, and add a little splenda to tame the tartness. These days I also add a tablespoon of ground flax seeds to gain the benefits of omega oils and fiber, plus it adds a slightly nutty flavor to the mix.
I am loving all the different Ideas of how to prepare the rice, keep them coming as you as you discover them ok?

[pmteub]

todays rice, I added in some stir fried vegetables. I used frozen veggies and heated them in a fry pan with 1tsp of chick broth, the veggies were snap pea, shredded carrots and zucchini - YUM!

For Wed, I am making a bean soup - I'll let you know how it turns out. I think this might help me become more creative cook too.

Pam

[IlostIT4ever]

todays rice, I added in some stir fried vegetables. I used frozen veggies and heated them in a fry pan with 1tsp of chick broth, the veggies were snap pea, shredded carrots and zucchini - YUM!

For Wed, I am making a bean soup - I'll let you know how it turns out. I think this might help me become more creative cook too.

Pam
That sounds great!!! I'll try that...Tomorrow I am stuffing a green bell pepper with rice and beans and tomatos and mushrooms and onions.

[Suzanne 3FC]

It all sounds delicious :) I agree that this will make us more creative cooks! We'll have to be if we're going to eat this much brown rice every day :lol:

I also plan to subsitute other whole grains from time to time. Eating Well has a recipe for an interesting quinoa stuffed pepper that sounds good and just needs a tiny bit of tweaking to fit in. I'd also like to make some kind of flavorful stuffing for portabello mushrooms.

[buttercupkitty]

Day 2 and really sluggish. Probably really a detox for me since I just came off 10 days of vacation. Did not do so great on snacks today because of schedule...
B: Oatmeal (plain w/ cinnamon & 1 packet of splenda)
L: 1/2 cup black beans and corn with salsa
watermelon
Snack: smoothie (banana, yogurt, frozen berries, 1/2 cup fresh squeezed OJ & ice)
D: salad, brown rice, black beans w/ saute onions, cilantro and garlic and some tomato sauce

[Suzanne 3FC]

Hopefully tomorrow will be a better day for you :) It sounds like you did good under the circumstances.

Good luck :)

[IlostIT4ever]

Good Morning Buddie, As For As The Rice , I Just Dont Eat Over 4oz!! Like The Protien On The Next Phase. Maybe Suzanne Are Someone Else Can Help. Have Good Day.I was wondering if you were here today..I know your doing great by your emails..Keep up the good work buddie, your doing great!....Well, I got through my first day with no problem, so far I am really enjoying it.

[BOUNCY]

Good morning Ladean and all of you Beautiful ladies, How is it going?
we all hanging in there? I feel so much better , i will tell you that. I peeked
on the scale and loved the results so far!! we can do this , my headach
is fianly gone!! hew!! sugar withdrawls i amagine and diet drinks.
Iam running late just wantd to say hello to all my smashers!! hew!!
lets kick this weight where it belongs kicked to the curb!! go!! smashers
to!! hope to see all of you later.
Hugs Linda

[dav310]

Hi Ladies,

Well yesterday was day one. Not bad. I really wasn't hungry but I usually am not the first 2 days. It's after that that I get cravings.

As many of you have said you have to find creative ways to make the limited selections enjoyable. I'm going to try and experiment with a veggie bean burger I used to make. But it calls for bread crumbs to bind it together. I will try and add a little oatmeal instead.

Another thing is the scale. I tend to want to jump on that thing every two minutes when I am losing weight. I am not going to get on it until day 9 is over. On No! I have to wait 8 more days!

[sllamey]

Day one down (it went really well). Here I come day 2!!

Today's plan:
B: oatmeal with milk and cinnamon, 1/2 banana
S: yogurt
L: salad
S: apple and yogurt (if needed)
D: rice with steamed veggies along with a side salad

exercise: I'm taking both my girls for a walk in the double stroller. 30 minutes here I come! LOL

[IlostIT4ever]

Good morning Ladean and all of you Beautiful ladies, How is it going?
we all hanging in there? I feel so much better , i will tell you that. I peeked
on the scale and loved the results so far!! we can do this , my headach
is fianly gone!! hew!! sugar withdrawls i amagine and diet drinks.
Iam running late just wantd to say hello to all my smashers!! hew!!
lets kick this weight where it belongs kicked to the curb!! go!! smashers
to!! hope to see all of you later.
Hugs Linda
Good morning, sounds like this is really working..I haven't got on the scale, but this is only dat 2 for me, I think I will do like Dr Smith says and not weigh until my 9 days are up..SO happy your already happy with the scale Linda, you go girl...Tell us how your veggie burger turns out, I am starting a menu book of the different recipes, because I know throughout my life I will need to fall back on phase 1...Today's breakfast is 3 egg whites, and melon,1 cup of green tea and for snack I'll have yogurt,for lunch, left over veg soup, and an apple, and for snack another yogurt,dinner is a stuffed green bell pepper with brown rice and beans, and onions, mushrooms, and yellow bell peppers, I am adding some taco spice to my beans, and a salad, and maybe some frozen grapes for a later snack. Wishing everyone the best of luck on their journey to better health.

[IlostIT4ever]

I was just curious is anyone has experienced the flushing of the bowels? I don't know how else to put it LOL. I thought I would have that, but so far, I'm not, just curious.

[PinkBlossom]

Good morning everyone, just wanted to let you all know I finished phase I with some excellent results! I lost 8.5 lbs!! I admit it was tough for me, I even cheated a little bit one day..my cravings got the best of me. But now I'm on to phase II and so happy that I can have some coffee at last..lol. Hope everyones sticking with it and dont give up it's well worth it! :)

[IlostIT4ever]

Good morning everyone, just wanted to let you all know I finished phase I with some excellent results! I lost 8.5 lbs!! I admit it was tough for me, I even cheated a little bit one day..my cravings got the best of me. But now I'm on to phase II and so happy that I can have some coffee at last..lol. Hope everyones sticking with it and dont give up it's well worth it! :)That is amazing...Can someone explain to other then detoxing your body, why no coffee? I don't drink it very much anymore, but I do like a cup now and then, coffee has no calories, anyone know?

[SonJohn]

Congrats PinkB, Nice Job!!!! Sorry no Idea's on the coffee.

This is day 9 of Phase 1, for me and I have to admit that I checked the scales more than I should have. Checking the scales inspurwed me to continue exspecially on day 2 and 3 the toughest days for me. I'm down 11 lbs- YAHOO!!! Tomorrow starts phase 2 - I really like Phase 1 wonder if I can just stay here a little longer.

[SonJohn]

Way to go Sllamey - Day 2 was the toughest for me, if it is for you Just remember it will be well worth it, I know it was for me.

[Suzanne 3FC]

Everyone is doing great! I'm following the same menu plan as yesterday, because I have a lot of work to do and it's easier this way. Plus it was good :p

Congratulations PinkBlossom and SonJohn! Those results are very impressive! :bravo:

[pmteub]

Day 3 of Phase 1 - I am not hungry at all today - I couldnt even finish my oatmeal or my snack. I hope I am not getting sick.

I have had no "flushing of the bowels" either, which I thought I would since I am eating so many more veggies and fruit. My headache is gone, I really upped the amount of water I am drinking and I think that is keeping me better hydrated.

I know its only been 3 days but I still havent had any serious cravings and have not cheated at all. I too like to step on the scale daily and tonight when I get home I am going to ask my hubby to hide it until day 9. The other thing that I have noticed is my skin is starting to glow - I think I finally found a plan that details moderation for me and will be a life plan for me.:carrot:

Pam

[TiffyTaffy]

I'm starting this diet on friday,I'm hoping I'll have better success then with the Atkins.I just couldn't do Atkins because I couldn't really eat any fruit and the stuff I liked I couldn't eat,this seems easier for me to be able to stick to.So wish me luck.I'll check back in 10 days and let you know how it went :)

~~~Tiffany~~~

[sllamey]

I was just curious is anyone has experienced the flushing of the bowels? I don't know how else to put it LOL. I thought I would have that, but so far, I'm not, just curious.



UMMM, yes! LOL Both yesterday and today.

Still doing great. Went out to lunch with my girls (2 and almost 5) and had a GREAT lunch. No snacking on their lunches either! I'm so proud of myself. It takes me a lot to hold back from snacking on their plates!!!

Now, if I could only have a Diet Coke! LOL 8 more days to go and it'll be worth it!

[WastedThermos]

Oh goodness.. I'm so glad to have found this thread! I'm on day 2 of phase 1. So far so good. Some things I'm improvising a little though.. I'm still logging my food because I'm afraid I'll go crazy on the fruits, even though Dr. Smith says you don't have to count calories. Second, I'm not changing my work out routine, even though he says not to add in weight training till later.

So far today I've had...
Meal #1: Marinated tofu, brown rice, and stir "fried" veggies, a peach
Meal #2: Marinated tofu, zucchini, tomatoes, and brown rice
I'm still really full feeling, but the plan is to have stir fried cabbage when I get home and probably some low fat yogurt. When I get home from the gym, I'll probably have a pear.

I have a question.. what about fat free cottage cheese? I'd much rather have that than low fat yogurt, but I don't remember him saying anything about it.

[IlostIT4ever]

I'm starting this diet on friday,I'm hoping I'll have better success then with the Atkins.I just couldn't do Atkins because I couldn't really eat any fruit and the stuff I liked I couldn't eat,this seems easier for me to be able to stick to.So wish me luck.I'll check back in 10 days and let you know how it went :)

~~~Tiffany~~~I think you will like this diet, it's WAY different then Atkins, I've done Atkins before myself, but it's just not something I can stick to for a very long time...I am on day 2, and I feel great, and I am never hungry..Good luck to you, and if you need support, please come and post, we will be happy to help where we can

[buttercupkitty]

Day 3 and still dealing with a headache, but it is better today. I have to admit I have not done any cardio the past 3 days...does walking the mall and grocery shopping count:^:

So far today:
Oatmeal, 1 peach
brown rice, black beans, tofu
watermelon
edamame

Dinner will probably be brown rice with sauteed zuchinni and portabello mushroom. I will also make a smoothie too. Even though we are not required to count calories, I need to make sure I stay over 1200, otherwise I will just mess up my metabolism even more!!!
I plan to do the cardio tomorrow. I know once I start I will get motivated and know that it will help me drop more pounds! The headache is just frustrating...I am so tempted to have a cup of coffee but I won't. :coffee2:

[buttercupkitty]

Anyone eating any veggie burgers on Phase 1? I am trying to figure out what brand is allowed.

[BOUNCY]

Good morning everyone, Hope all will have a good day and keep on a smashing
ladies. I am on day 4 doing good. feel so good. Iam so happy.Thanks suzanne
for starting the thread. I would have found out about this progam , If i hadnt
seen the thread. Congrats on the 8.5 lbs blossom . It is earlie and ima not sure
what you screen name is peach or pink !! hew!! Just trying to get all the names down. I guess the headach last about two days for me. NO diet drinks!!
i am so proud of me !! that was a biggie for me. Hope to hear from all of you
later.

[happyface]

Hi all,
I ordered my book from Amazon and wait everyday in hopes that it will come. I am nervous... sounds like food I don't normally buy and so now I have to figure out how to find these things and I have to plan ahead which is my problem... and that's part of why I have this extra weight. I will check back here when my book comes and I officially start. Good luck everyone!! :)
:)

[dav310]

Everyone sounds like it is going great. And the losses so far are impressive. Good Job!

This is day 3 for me. So far so good. I find I am not as hungry as I thought I might be. That's good.

Keep wanting to get on the scale but promised myself I would wait until day 9 is over. That's almost as bad as giving up chocolate.

[IlostIT4ever]

Well today is day 3 and I am feeling great! I really thought by now I would be feeling sluggish, but just the opisite, I feel full of energy...I'm not weighing until my 9 days are up, but I can already feel a difference in my clothes, so I am happy with that.
Today's menu is
Breakfast: Oatmeal with strawberrys
Snack: Yogurt
Lunch: Brown rice with mushrooms and red bell pappers and raw carrots
Snack: Yogurt smoothie
Dinner: Sm Bowl of red beans (homemade) and a salad topped RF dressing
Snack: Frozen grapes
Water: 10 8oz glasses
Exercise: 1 hour walk
30 min Gazelle:carrot:

[Suzanne 3FC]

Happyface, the foods are different for me, too. Well I do eat a lot of vegetables and whole grains, but I've never been a fan of brown rice so it's taking some getting used to. I'm happy so far. Happy enough :p Plus seeing the success stories of our friends here really keeps me motivated.

Buttercup, I don't think you'll have a problem staying over 1200 calories. I added up the basics (oatmeal, brown rice, skim milk, yogurt, egg whites) and it came to 1018 calories and 68 g protein. From there we add the fruit, veggies, salad dressing, etc. An average day would include about 1500 calories, and everyone is losing weight :)

I bought a box of Morningstar Farms black bean veggie burgers. I think the guidelines are to avoid the ones with cheese and/or breadcrumbs, so we'll have to inspect the ingredient labels no matter what brand we choose. I'm partial to Morningstar Farms products :)

[IlostIT4ever]

Happyface, the foods are different for me, too. Well I do eat a lot of vegetables and whole grains, but I've never been a fan of brown rice so it's taking some getting used to. I'm happy so far. Happy enough :p Plus seeing the success stories of our friends here really keeps me motivated.

Buttercup, I don't think you'll have a problem staying over 1200 calories. I added up the basics (oatmeal, brown rice, skim milk, yogurt, egg whites) and it came to 1018 calories and 68 g protein. From there we add the fruit, veggies, salad dressing, etc. An average day would include about 1500 calories, and everyone is losing weight :)

I bought a box of Morningstar Farms black bean veggie burgers. I think the guidelines are to avoid the ones with cheese and/or breadcrumbs, so we'll have to inspect the ingredient labels no matter what brand we choose. I'm partial to Morningstar Farms products :)Have you tried the Brown rice made by minute rice? it's really good, especially if you make it with low sodium broth, I also add some Maggie seasoning, it taste kinda like soy sauce..Tomorrow, I am going to have brown rice for breakfast with Splenda and a little milk, like cereal. As a kid I used to eat white rice that way and it was so good, so I thought I would try it with the brown...I have found that we have to get creative LOL

[Suzanne 3FC]

Let me know how your breakfast turns out :) When we were little, Mom would make bowls of white rice with sugar, butter, and raisins. It was so good! But as an adult, I've never cared for rice, even white rice. But I'm determined to make this work :)

Today I took two portabello mushrooms and drizzled them with Solera sherry vinegar and roasted them in the oven. I made a stuffing with brown rice, dried fire roasted tomatoes and a variety of other seasonings, then stuffed the mushrooms and heated them through. It was pretty good. It would have been a lot better with a little freshly shaved parmesan cheese on top :p

I agree, we have to get creative to make this work :lol: Have you ever tried the exotic rices from Lotus Foods? www.lotusfoods.com I have the red rice and like it. I also have the black rice, but haven't tried it yet. I might do that for dinner tonight.

Tomorrow I'm going to replace quinoa for some of the daily rice. The author says it's ok. I have a recipe for quinoa stuffed bell peppers (Eating Well magazine) that sound delicious.

[SonJohn]

I think that makes two of us. I like what I see so far and more than that I like how I feel. Great job, keep it up. How's the excercise going?

[IlostIT4ever]

Let me know how your breakfast turns out :) When we were little, Mom would make bowls of white rice with sugar, butter, and raisins. It was so good! But as an adult, I've never cared for rice, even white rice. But I'm determined to make this work :)

Today I took two portabello mushrooms and drizzled them with Solera sherry vinegar and roasted them in the oven. I made a stuffing with brown rice, dried fire roasted tomatoes and a variety of other seasonings, then stuffed the mushrooms and heated them through. It was pretty good. It would have been a lot better with a little freshly shaved parmesan cheese on top :p

I agree, we have to get creative to make this work :lol: Have you ever tried the exotic rices from Lotus Foods? www.lotusfoods.com I have the red rice and like it. I also have the black rice, but haven't tried it yet. I might do that for dinner tonight.

Tomorrow I'm going to replace quinoa for some of the daily rice. The author says it's ok. I have a recipe for quinoa stuffed bell peppers (Eating Well magazine) that sound delicious.I'll do it..And let us know how yours turns out as well..No I've never tried the exotic rice from Lotus, but I'll check it out, thanks for the link.Your Mushrooms sound good, I'll try that as well.

[IlostIT4ever]

I think that makes two of us. I like what I see so far and more than that I like how I feel. Great job, keep it up. How's the excercise going?I don't know who you were asking about exercise, but I do pretty good with it, an average of about 1 hour a day of cardio.

[Suzanne 3FC]

Me too :) I'm on the treadmill twice a day. I add strength training 3 times a week.

[IlostIT4ever]

Me too :) I'm on the treadmill twice a day. I add strength training 3 times a week.Just remember the more exercise we do the faster the weight will fall off, so lets sweat and smash LOL

[IlostIT4ever]

I wanted to let y'all know that I decided to have the rice with splenda and cinnamon and a 1% milk for lunch today since it's so hot here I wasn't in the mood for anything hot..And it was really good, a little chewy, but all in all very good, I WILL have it again.

[pmteub]

I am still eating bean soup - I made way to big of a batch and it will run out on Friday.

I am having a hard time getting more than 60 oz of wtr in. I just feel incredibly full all the time....it must be all the fiber.

As for exercise, I havent added it in yet, but plan on doing a core workout a little later today. This morning I cleaned all the bedrooms, bathrooms, and I even belly crawled under the boys bunkbed (now that was a workout) to clean up toys they were hiding.

Looks like everyone is doing good with the plan. I am so happy we have each other to support :hug:

Pam

[WastedThermos]

My roommate asked me yesterday how I wasn't hungry on this diet and it is hard to explain why, but it is really filling and satisfying. Plus, I think cutting out a lot of the junky foods has cut down my cravings big time. I'm still having a hard time thinking of ways to season my veggies. It seems like once I find something I like, I get tired of it really quickly.
I'd like to find out which veggie burgers count as well. I guess the ones with the least additives and fillers and the ones with the highest actual veggie content.

And.. zucchini has become my best friend.

Stay strong ladies!! Everyone is doing a great job!!

[buttercupkitty]

I made this today and used splenda instead of the sugar.
Enjoy!

:hungry:

Broccoli and Apple Salad

Sweet, crunchy apple and broccoli create a refreshing, light side dish. Prepare this salad up to eight hours in advance for best flavor and texture.


2 1/2 tablespoons sugar
6 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 (1 1/4-pound) head of broccoli
1 1/4 cups chopped Braeburn or Fuji apple (about 1/2 pound)
1/4 cup minced Walla Walla or other sweet onion

Combine first 6 ingredients in a large bowl, stirring well with a whisk.
Coarsely chop broccoli into 1 1/2-inch pieces, and place in bowl with vinegar mixture. Add chopped apple and minced onion, tossing to coat.

Yield: 8 servings (serving size: about 3/4 cup)

CALORIES 72(30% from fat); FAT 2.4g (sat 0.2g,mono 1.2g,poly 0.6g); PROTEIN 2.8g; CHOLESTEROL 0.0mg; CALCIUM 38mg; SODIUM 196mg; FIBER 3g; IRON 0.7mg; CARBOHYDRATE 11.6g
Cooking Light, SEPTEMBER 2006

[IlostIT4ever]

That sounds great, I will give it a try...End of day 3, and feeling great...Wishing everyone another good day tomorrow.

[pbaus]

Okay ladies, I’m convinced this diet is worth giving a try and here is my dilemma. I had major surgery last week (hysterectomy and other corrective surgery) and feeling pretty good and wanting to use my down time (8-weeks) to regain control of my mind, body, and spirit. From what I have read so far, this diet seems to fit in nicely with my current diet requirements (high fiber, whole grains, fruits and veggies). I just placed my order for the book on Amazon and it appears as though it will be at least a week before the book is shipped and I am anxious to get started. Obviously, I will need to stock my cupboards with the required foods for Phase 1. I will not have driving privileges for at least another week so I will venture out over the weekend being chauffeured to the grocery store. Is there a food list somewhere or a summary of do’s and don’ts?

I will be limited in my exercise abilities but am working diligently on walking and increasing steps everyday. Hopefully, a little bit of something is better than a whole lot of nothing!

I have started a cut & paste document of tidbits that I have picked up to help me get jumpstarted. Any advice you can offer would be appreciated.

[BOUNCY]

Good Morning to all you Beautiful smashers!! We are all doing so good<<<<<<<
Let keep it going team. Today 5 for me, and doing so good!! not hard at
all.I can feel the differnce in my clothes . Cant wait until next wed. were i
can weight. Iam so happy with this life style. Will be glad like I told Ladean
next wed. when can have 4oz of chicken. hew! hew!!
Suzzne I know what you mean about getting used to brown rice.I have
never been a big fan for rice, and when i ate it was white.It is amazing
how we can change. Buttercup kittie your Broccoli and aple salad sounds
so good . Ima going to try it this weekend.Ladean I cook the minute brown
rice also with low sodium both.
I know we can do this!! we are all doing good and will get to where we want to be. so let keep it up and keep the ie going on. Have a great day smashers and keep on smashing.


Phase 1
*ALL FRUITS IN AMY QUANITY
*ALL VEGETABLES IN ANY QUAINITY EXCEPT
NO WITE POTATOES
NO AVOCADOS
*GOOD SOURCES OF PROTEIN
CHICKPEAS
BEANS
TOFU
LENTILS
*BROWN RICE- 2 CUPS OF COOKED
RICE PER DAY
*2 CUPS OF LOW-FAT OR SKIM OR
SOY MILK PER DAY
*AS MUCH WATER AS YOU LIKE!
*OATMEAL-1CUP PER DAY
*ALL HERBS AND SPICES
*6OZ. LOW FAT YOGURT
(2 TIMES A DAY
*4 EGG WHITES PER DAY
*2 CUPS OF HERBAL TEA PER DAY YOU CAN USE SPLENDA 2T

IF NOT ON LIST DONT EAT IT!!

AT LEAST 30 MINUTES OF CARDIOVASCULAR
ACTIVITITY FIVE DAYS A WEEK.

I SORRY I FORGOT YOUR SCREEN NAME. PLEASE MAKE SURE IT IS OK
WITH YOU DR. SINCE EXSPECIAL SINCE YOU HAVE HAD SURGERY.
IT IS A GREAT PROGRAM AND WE ALL ARE SEEING GREAT RESULTS.
TAKE IT EASY ON THE IE. AGAIN MAKE SURE IT IS OK, WITH YOU
DR. I HOPE THIS HELP UNTIL YOU RECEIVE YOU BOOK.HAVE A GREAT
DAY.

B-OATMEAL WITH APPLE AND CINNAMON AND SPLENDA
S- YOGUART
L- NAVY BEANS SMALL WITH CHOPPED ONION SMALL SALAD
1T RF DRESSING. HERBAL TEA
S-BLUEBERRIE SMOOTHIE
D- STUFFED BELL PEPPER WITH BROWN RICE SAUTAED IN LOW SODIUM
BROTHE AND ONION AND SEASONING 3OZ OF PINTO BEANS HERBAL
TEA
5MILE WALK IN THE PM
GAZELLE THIS AM 30MIN

TEAM LETS SMASH THE FAT LADIS. HOPE TO SEE ALL LATER.

[erhanley]

Hi Everyone, I'm on day 3 of fat smash. My book is still on it's way. Could one of you give me the vegetable soup recipe? I made a soup out of the big jar of great northern beans, 4 cans of rotel tomatoes, veggie broth and chili powder-divided it into one cup servings. It's hot but satisfing! :dust:

[pmteub]

I started the plan on Monday - does that make it day 4 or 5? Anyways, last night I made the tomato recipe in the book, and it was very yummy, I like spicy things so the Dijon mustard was a real treat.

***Dont read from here on if you tempted by "real food". Today is the hardest day so far, My office is having an employee appreciation lunch which is a Hog Roast. They are having shredded roasted pork on buns, potatoe salad, baked beans, and sauerkraut and dont forget carrot cake with cream cheese frosting and a chocolate b-day cake for the Administrator......The smell of this is driving me coo coo:dizzy: And I am only telling you the menu so you can imagine the scent I have to sit here and smell and not indulge in:( IT is going to HARD!

My plan is to eat my lunch in my car, away from all this tempting stuff, and keep drinking my h2o. Like my hubby said, to think that I already have 1 week done!

Pam

[Suzanne 3FC]

Oh NO Pam! As a southerner with a serious history with bbq pork and potato salad, I can certainly sympathize. Just imagine how much stronger you are going to feel at the end of the day if you pass up the temptation. If you make it through this, you can make it through anything :)

Chargrilled vegetables are out of this world! Maybe you can plan to do that this weekend so you don't feel left out. They are addictive :T

Hang in there! The day is almost over :)

[sllamey]

Hey everyone. I forgot to post yesterday. ACK!!!
I'm still doing awesome. Day 4 and NO CHEATING so far. The exercise has been horrible, but I'm getting some walking in, just not 30 minutes of it at a faster pace.
I made the lentil "soup" last night for dinner. Not a big fan, but I ate it anyway. DH loved it and he's not even following the diet. Shame on him.:p

[buttercupkitty]

Today is day 5 and the headache is finally gone. There are no cravings. I even went to dinner last night at Soup Plantation and did not go off Phase 1! I would have loved the ice cream and the breads, but I decided it is not worth it. My only frustration is my lack of motivation to work out. However, today is really the first day that I have not felt sluggish and I already plan to do a 4 mile run/walk this evening. Exciting Friday night huh? I am also planning to just do Phase 1 until next Friday...a few extra days can't hurt. I will also probably do the every other day thing in Phase 2...where every other day I will use a Phase 1 menu. I want this weight to be gone!!!!:p

[TiffyTaffy]

Are we allowed to have wheat cereals?I wanted to buy grape nuts but wasn't sure if I was allowed to eat it.Other than that got all my shopping out of the way and I start tomorrow.

[Suzanne 3FC]

Not yet. You can introduce cold cereals in phase 2, which begins on day 10. He doesn't list grape nuts but they should be fine as long as you measure out one serving according to the package.

[Suzanne 3FC]

Slamey and buttercupkitty, kudos for sticking with it! Especially you, buttercup, for going out to eat and still staying on track during P1. I'm sure that was quite a challenge.

:bravo:

[BOUNCY]

Good morning smashes, We are doing a fantastic job!! let us all keep it
going on. lol Day #6 for me!!Doing good , have been on plan all the way.
feel realy good. Ifeel like i have lost some weight , can tell the differnce in
the way my clothes fit!! also tryed on two rings that i have never been
able to wear fit perfect!! It feels so good!!

Arhtanley, I hope you recieved your book. HOw is it going?
Buttercupkitty- Happy to hear that you headache is gone .You
are sticking to plan and you are so motivated!! go girl go!!

Pam- it is 5days for you and day 6 today. lol How did the luch
go at work? Girl you had a pla, good for you.

Suzane - How is it going? Dont you just love this plan. Wishing you
a great day.
Ladean- Hello Buddie missed you yesterday. I know you were busy
at the store. Hope you had a great day. Keep up a smashing buddie.

Team lets us all keep on smashing !! we will look so good>>>>>>>>>
have a great day. off for my walk.

[dav310]

Good going everyone. Today is the start of day 5. Yesterday I was getting a bit tired of brown rice, beans, etc. But I am still plugging along.

Hope I can make it through until Phase II begins.

[sllamey]

I'm so proud of myself! Last night we went out to eat (we always go out to eat on Friday nights). Anyway, we went to a Mexican restaurant and I STAYED ON PLAN!!! :carrot: No chips, no anything but a salad with lettuce, onions and green peppers. I had to pick out all the chicken, but I did it! I would have LOVED chips and rice and a diet coke, but I held out!!! I can't believe how well I did!!! I really can't believe how well I'm adjusting to this plan. What's the deal? :D I'm hoping for at least a 5 pound weight loss at the end of 9 days!

[BOUNCY]

Yeah I finally found it, I am so exicted about this, I know we will do great.

Good for you!! you rock girl!! you are doing so great . out to eat at a mexican restraunt . That takes some good smashing those habits. you go girl!
have a good day

[IlostIT4ever]

Good for you!! you rock girl!! you are doing so great . out to eat at a mexican restraunt . That takes some good smashing those habits. you go girl!
have a good dayI just can not believe how well this plan works, I am so excited, I feel like a little kid, I decided I needed a little motivation so I weighed this morning, and I am down 4.5 pounds in 4 days, well actually today is day 5 for me, I am thrilled, I was just hoping for 4 pounds for the whole 9 days, so that was a great surprise...The thrilling thing is, I did a bunch of running around yesterday and Hubby and I ate out twice, once for breakfast and once for dinner, and I stayed on plan, for breakfast, I ordered Oatmeal, I ate it with splenda and a banana, and about 1/4 cup of 2% milk, and since it was a late breakfast I didn't eat lunch, I was so full from breakfast, but had a yogurt and grapes for snack later on, and for dinner hubby wanted chinese food, and I agreed and I ate ALL veggies, NO meat just green beans, broc, carrots, snow peas,cabbage and onions, now I know it may have had some extra oils on them, but I figured it was better then eating the meat or egg rolls (my favorite) and then I had some honeydew melon, I was very proud of myself....We can do this ladies, it's a great plan and it WORKS.

[BOUNCY]

Buddie, Awsome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!girl keep it up!! we can do it all of us!! Itell
you this is the best smashing i have done!! hew!! hew!! After all the
running around you did, you could have said to yourself iam tired i will eat
what ever!! Girl you had that right thinking going on. I just cant wait
until We. for the first week weight in. lol OH! I tried the brown rice with
cinammon and a little milk and splenda was good. i alo added a banbana in it.
see you later buddie HOpe all of you ladies are having a great day.
Hugs LInda

[IlostIT4ever]

Buddie, Awsome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!girl keep it up!! we can do it all of us!! Itell
you this is the best smashing i have done!! hew!! hew!! After all the
running around you did, you could have said to yourself iam tired i will eat
what ever!! Girl you had that right thinking going on. I just cant wait
until We. for the first week weight in. lol OH! I tried the brown rice with
cinammon and a little milk and splenda was good. i alo added a banbana in it.
see you later buddie HOpe all of you ladies are having a great day.
Hugs LIndaI am really liking the brown rice for breakfast, it's a nice change from oatmeal. I cooked it a bit longer then it calls for today and I liked it even better, hey GMTA, I had it for breakfast this morning too with a banana..I am making a pot of navy bean soup today, so that's what I am having for dinner tonight, for lunch I am having another cup of brown rice with sauteed onions, mushrooms, red peppers, and a salad with chick peas, and RF dressing...I don't remember who said they were going to stay on phase 1 a little longer, but I don't think that would hurt a bit, it's very healthy, and what great results we are getting..I am even finding that I have more energy during the day..Love love love it!!!

[pmteub]

I am so proud of all of us!!! We sticking to the plan and reaping the benefits. I too am feeling good.....although I did break down and have a piece of grilled pork at the lunch yesterday - but I ate my tomatoes first, then drank 16 oz of water and had a very little piece of pork...about 2 oz. So really I am not counting that as falling off the plan.

Since its Saturday I got up and put on some workout clothes and did a "core" workout for 45 minutes. Then hubby and I decided to take a wall down in our living room - so between cleaning up all that sheet rock and vacuuming for 45 minutes I think I have met my work out needs for the day.

BTW - Thanks for letting me know I am on day 6 - I too plan on doing Phase 1 until friday - but then we leave for a cabin with friends.....which I am already starting to meticously plan what my menu will be, I think staying away from alcohol will be the worst.

Again, great job ladies!!! :carrot:

Pam

[IlostIT4ever]

I am so proud of all of us!!! We sticking to the plan and reaping the benefits. I too am feeling good.....although I did break down and have a piece of grilled pork at the lunch yesterday - but I ate my tomatoes first, then drank 16 oz of water and had a very little piece of pork...about 2 oz. So really I am not counting that as falling off the plan.

Since its Saturday I got up and put on some workout clothes and did a "core" workout for 45 minutes. Then hubby and I decided to take a wall down in our living room - so between cleaning up all that sheet rock and vacuuming for 45 minutes I think I have met my work out needs for the day.

BTW - Thanks for letting me know I am on day 6 - I too plan on doing Phase 1 until friday - but then we leave for a cabin with friends.....which I am already starting to meticously plan what my menu will be, I think staying away from alcohol will be the worst.

Again, great job ladies!!! :carrot:

PamIt sounds like your doing well, and I doubt a piece of pork will undo all your hard work.keep up the good work.

[happyface]

My book finally came today! I have already read most of it and I'm very excited. Reading your posts really helps me get my head ready and gives me an idea of what to expect. Thank you! I am going away tomorrow so I won't have an opportunity to shop until I get home. I feel I want to officially start when I am home in a controlled environment. So I will begin to drink more water and I will begin to exercise and put into place what I can for now and my official Day 1 will be Thursday.

Your posts really motivate and inspire me! Thank you!! Good luck over the next few days! I can't wait to read your updates when I get back!

:) :) :)

[IlostIT4ever]

My book finally came today! I have already read most of it and I'm very excited. Reading your posts really helps me get my head ready and gives me an idea of what to expect. Thank you! I am going away tomorrow so I won't have an opportunity to shop until I get home. I feel I want to officially start when I am home in a controlled environment. So I will begin to drink more water and I will begin to exercise and put into place what I can for now and my official Day 1 will be Thursday.

Your posts really motivate and inspire me! Thank you!! Good luck over the next few days! I can't wait to read your updates when I get back!

:) :) :)I'm excited for you, your going to love the results you will see, it's really motivating to keep you going all the way...Have fun on your trip, and hope to hear more from you when you get back.

[WastedThermos]

I'm with everyone else! This is the first "diet" I've ever stuck to for more than a few days and it is surprisingly easy. I'm seriously amazed. I passed up yummy catering yesterday and just had some grilled veggies instead. And I was satisfied and happy! I think the best part so far for me, is the lack of guilt at the end of the day. I don't wake up every morning remember last night's over indulgence, or the bad choices I made. Let me tell you, this is an awesome feeling.

So far my favorite Detox phase meal is brown rice with some grilled tomatoes and zucchini and italian seasoning. It`s very yummy.

[buttercupkitty]

Day 6...Oh No...just came from a family birthday BBQ and I messed up! I did not want to announce that I was on yet another diet. They did not have a green salad. SO, I did have a BBQ sausage (small) no bread. I had some beans and a handful or two of chips and a handful of reese's pieces. Honestly as far as calories for the day I think I am ok...I just blew it as far as detox. I tried to eat before going but time did not allow. I had a smoothie and oatmeal earlier in the day. So, does this mean I have to start all over on the 9 days? I am not discouraged, and plan to be back on it tomorrow and running too. I just gotta stop letting life occurances get me off track!!! I need to get rid of this miserable 30 pounds that I have had for the last 2 years!:mad:

[newme06]

I hope it's okay that I post here. I got my book last night and I'm gonna start Monday. I really really need the support. I want to lose some weight for my second wedding anniversary and most importand of all for ME. Before it was about what people thought and keeping my now husband then boyfriend around. I wish everyone the best of luck.

[BOUNCY]

Good morning and welcome!! we all are realy enjoying the progarm. I for one
on phase 1 , seventh day . Feeling realy good and feel the differnce in my
clothes. Will weight on wednsday that is tuesday is the nineth day.
Good luck on your journey and hope you have a great day.

[BOUNCY]

Good Morning smashers!! hew! we are all doing so good>>>>>>>so proud of all
of you. this is the easyest plan to follow .Glad i came over to 3chicks and
found out about it!! Does everyone feel like i do!! Like there is nothing
you cant do? Just stay so excited about the progarm . Wishing all a great
and very blessed day. team lets keep on a smashing!! we will look so >>>
good.

[NATALIE_2723]

Hi everyone i am just about to start the fat smash diet i am a lil skeptical but i am really hoping

[NATALIE_2723]

Hey newme i definatley feel you in my 2 yr anniversaryis months away and we are trying to go somewhere nice but i know that i will not be able to go and be comfortable if i feel and look this way and also my sister is getting married and i would like to look nice in the dress. I wish you the best of luck and i believe that once we keep with it we can do anything

[Jen415]

Okay ladies, I start Phase I tomorrow. I feel very optimistic!

[pmteub]

Welcome to all you just starting out. The more the merrier!

Yesterday we went to TGI fridays - I stuck to the Santa Fe salad w/o dressing. Tonight the family went to Subway - I went shopping for veggies instead and now we are home and I am getting my meals set for the week.

I do realize that I crave carbs (especially bread and cheese) when I am upset. We worked on a few home improvement projects this weekend and we ran into a few snags and I wanted something bready, cheesy and warm. Instead I got up road bike up and down our street (our neighbors must get a kick out of that sight) and drank lots of water.....and I didnt bend my diet.

I am in dier need of wanting to step on the scale to see the #'s lost, but hubby hid it from we and he will return it to me on Thursday....I definately feel the differance in my clothes already - so as long as I lost more than 2-3 pounds I will be happy......(i want to keep my expectations of this wt loss reasonable even though most people loose more than that)

Well I am off the kitchen.....goodnight and good luck to those of you starting tomorrow. Remember to drink lots of water and plan your meals for the day so its easier to stay on the plan.

Pam

[Brattitude]

This is my day 3 fat smashing and I'm having fun with it! My favorite brown rice recipe is to add corn and some fresh salsa...yum spanish rice! Beats plain rice!

I quit smoking (after 16 years) a little over a month ago! My Dh is in the army and I get to see him in less that a month!!!! I've got to look hot for him!

[Suzanne 3FC]

Thanks, everyone, for such a great week! You've all been an inspiration for sticking to it :) Let's go for another successful week in the new weekly thread!

Good luck! :D