Jordanna - What an amazing opportunity! I know what you mean when you say you aren't sure if you want people to know your starting weight. Personally, I've been hesitant to tell anyone else but this forum, my coach, and my husband how many pounds I've lost so far because that means admitting that I needed to lose than many pounds (and more!). But I must say that so many would benefit from your experience and think of all the people who would find out about IP and be able to use it as a tool for their own weight loss! You are such an inspiration to this forum and I know that you would be able to make a difference in the lives of others (you already have here)! Look how far you've come! Either way, do what is best for you!

Kelsey - I was worried to tell my husband what I weighed at first also (mostly because I weighed 25lbs more than him!). But I finally did and it felt great! He is such an encouragement! Last week I met my goal of weighing less than him (he is at about 160) and it was kind of a fun little competition. It was hard to admit to him that I had so much weight to lose but now I know I will be more conscious of the scale for the rest of my life and I know that he will keep me accountable for the goals I've set out for myself.

Libbyshims - Congrats on the size 4!!!! You must be on cloud 9!! I can't wait to get to a size 6 (that is my ultimate goal). It is amazing how we just go right into self-defeating mode! Be confident that you won't gain the weight back. You will always have IP as a tool to lose a couple pounds if you would like to!

Blue Mermaid Said:Hi Tricia Have you seen the post where CW says she walks 3 miles a day? I bet that is the secret to her losing so well. Are you doing some light aerobic exercise? I have increased my exercise routine and have been doing better with my losses I think.

Walk about 2 miles a day-- and ride my bike some. Yes I think I should try even more exercise. Do the salt, olive oil, measure the veggies, try to use low carb veggies, eating fish as protein because it is lighter and easier to digest. Not having restricteds. Drinking the water. Seriously, there isn't much else to change...But I am going to try even more exercise so thanks for your encouragement.

Hi EatBeef! I lurked around for a few months before I started this. At that time I had been working out to the point of having shin splints and also injured my left hip. I went on southbeach diet along with working out and maybe lost 3 to 4 pounds in 3 weeks and it all came back. It was such a hassle to think about what to eat all the time. I finally decided to this when I had a breakdown one night and apparently went on an emotional roller coaster about how I feel about myself. I just jumped in on April 19th. It was horrible during the first 4 days and then something kicked in (believe it was the fat burning), I didn't feel hungry anymore, I enjoyed all the water I drank, now i have started to have so much energy and pounds are coming off with an unbelievable rate. Now I am motivated to work out again to build muscle tone because I am actually loosing weight.

I LOVE this diet and am hoping that weight loss does continue. ONLY side effect so far: seems like I am on a permanent menstrual cycle...we'll see when it ends.

wish you all the luck!

Hi everyone!!

Just wondering if anyone had trouble sleeping when you first started on IP, I am into week 3 and for the last 1 1/2 weeks have been having trouble getting to sleep. (anywhere between 3 and 6am before i get to sleep) Fortunately we are retired and don't have to get up at a set time, but it is disconcerting when you lay there hour after hour waiting to sleep!!!
I would appreciate any tips and comments in this area. Thanks

You BETTER do it! hehehe

Listen to me, you have a HUGE role in your hands, as a COACH you should get used to it. You need to tell others that it can happen to ANYONE as it did to you and help them get healthy!

I know it is embarrassing, heck, I am a certified personal trainer and look, I'M HUMAN AND A WOMAN TOO... WHO KNEW! I had my before and after pictures on me to show my clients. Not pretty. And look, I went up again thanks to stress and hormones...listen to this 40+lbs in less than a year!!! I had my own clients at the gym asking me if I was pregnant...yeah, more stress thanks.

Think about it this way, YOUR story will help others too! Nothing to be embarrassed about...it happened and YOU DID SOMETHING ABOUT IT!... Please Jordanna, do the show. I promise you it will be so rewarding for you as you will touch the lives of so many people and perhaps even saves them.

The first week is ALWAYS a huge one, so I would not get down if you don't lose the 11lbs again... but you ARE losing so keep that in mind.

Hold up... you are a size 4 now and you got discouraged? did I read that right? Oh our brains and the "ideal woman" in there always have something to say don't they? Listen, start meditating, watch The Secret and see how it works too. Catch yourself (as you did) when you have negative thoughts and change them!

You are doing FANTASTIC and WILL remain tiny as you are now. Focus on other things now besides your weight or food... that will hep you

You still LOST A POUND! I had to be reminded of that by my fiance as well. he said "at least you are losing, how many pounds or ounces where you dropping before???" and it is true... focus on the fact that the scale is STILL going down... that is the good news... AND more than that... look at how your clothes fit now...lost inches? I could weight 300lbs for all I care if I could still fit into a size 6 or 4...am I right?

YOU ARE DOING GREAT!!!!

yes I did... it's part of how it is shaking your body around and getting it all back into place. I started paying attention and realized that I was thinking of up to 3 things at a time (actually 2 and singing a song as well...hahahaha) MAJOR adrenal fatigue right?

Adding some physical activity to the day helped me a bit... and it will pass. Hang in there!

Oh I so can relate...I did the same thing when I went shopping yesterday....I too got into some size 4s...which was fantastic...but all I could focus on what how fat I thought my thighs still were! Wish there was some way to reprogam our brains!

I have been having trouble too....I am having more issues staying asleep than falling asleep....I seem to be waking up at least a couple of times during the night!

Forgot to mention... YOU MAY WANT TO UPDATE YOUR TICKER! That would look so much better in the 130s hehehe

I had some sleep problems too, mostly I think because I had to get up and pee every few hours, with all the water, I started trying to make sure I got all my water in before 8 or 9pm, like my food, and that seemed to help a bit, I also picked up a homeopathic sleep remedy, and that completely did the trick, no side affects and sleeping easy. Now in maintenance, sleep is normal, TOM back to normal as well for anyone questioning.

Jordanna you have been so motivating for everyone here, I would completely say go on the program, it would be amazing, not just for yourself but for everyone watching, a way to really celebrate all you've accomplished!! I know I'm at the point where I'm finished losing weight, but this forum, you and everyone else are really motivating me to make sure I follow healthy eating in maintenance, separating my fats and carbs like Dr Tran and IP say, and reserving any really bad stuff for cheat days. I've also noticed that while I look forward to cheat days a little bit, I'm learning to manage my eating much better, and the cheat days only really mean something because I am reserving them for special occasions, anniversaries, bachelorette parties, mother's day, etc. When it's not a special occasion with all the tempting food, my cheat might be a handful of chips or a couple of easter candy that I saved. It's really neat to know that cheating in maintenance isn't even close to what everyday eating used to be!!

KELSEY~I'm so glad you shared your ROCKET FUEL plan. Don't feel like you've "opened up a can of worms" (or was it a pack of cigarettes??) b/c it seems like most everyone on this site is sharing their experiences, etc. Ultimately, we all make our own decisions and you've been very clear that you are doing this under good guidance and for a very limited time. I have no intention of doing ROCKET FUEL but like being aware of it.

My hubby has no idea how high my weight got nor what I've lost (6#s and my pants aren't squeezing me as tightly) I tell him everything but he totally understands (and quite frankly, doesn't care to know) my highest weight. I still haven't figured out this weight ticker thing and how to use this website.

JORDANNA and DEINEKATZE~I'm an example of someone who used to run 6 miles a day and was a picture of health. Cannot believe I let myself go to the extent that I have. I've let life stressors get the best of me. I don't know if I could do the show or not......lots to consider.

It seems as though most of the coaches are not health care pros. My friend had a coach that wasn't anywhere near being a health care professional (or professional, for that matter) No doubt about it; the salt, potassium, and other electrolytes are a MUST for heart health. Without the electrolytes, your heart is in jeopardy.

Ok, don't have a lot of time here....step-daughters wedding to get ready for.
But, talked to my coach about Rocket Fuel. She just got back from a conference and said it wasn't mentioned there. She didn't seem to keen on it. Said that you need the veggies to help with constipation among other things. So, she told me not to do this. I may just stick a day in here and there and see if it does anything for me, tho. (never was very good at following directions!!!) I also talked to her about not getting all 3 packets in on some days. She said I should try to even if it is just a drink because it can cause hair loss if you don't get them all in.
Kelsey, loved the cigarette thing!! LOL
Welcome newbies....we seem to have more everyday!!!
Oh, and I was down 2.4 lbs. Didn't quite make it to the 160's, but that will be next week. This is my week 9 weigh in and I am half way there. I am excited about my 30 lb. loss.
Love you all. Off to the wedding....no cake for me....darn.

Same problem for me. I fall asleep fine and then wake up several times in he night almost "restless." I'm hoping it passes and I am going to try some walking more during the day after I am done with the second week.

Hi everyone. I am new here, but I have been lurking since I started IP in mid-March. I love reading everyone's posts! This the first website I visit every morning, and usually the last thing I do at night. I just have a quick question. Several people have mentioned the IP athletic protocol. I recently decided that after I reach goal I want to run a half-marathon (my 2nd), and I just signed up to run a 5K on May 15, so I need to start running again. Since I started IP, I stopped working out, aside from walking my dog. Anyway, I am going to start following the athletic protocol, but my question is this: if I only plan on working out every other day, should I still follow the athletic protocol every day, or just on the days that I plan on working out? Thanks in advance for your advice!

JORDANA

I think it is so amazing to be asked to participate in the show. You are very inspiring in SO many ways. Those shows do a lot for motivating people to lose weight - you seem to have that gift. Good Luck

Thank you for the answer about the salt - I do not have the right kind. I thought if I bought it at Whole Foods that it would be. It is not pink
I will have to go pick some up later today.

Have a wonderful weekend