I was in GNC today, buying my whey protein powder for the month, & asked the young man working there what I could do about this skin that seems to be looking a bit loose... he said take fish oil & CLA... at least 1000 milligrams of fish oil per day & 3500 milligrams of CLA... Googling confirms what he told me... so, not only is fish oil good for our cardiovascular health, it's good for our appearance too!..
BTW, it's Gold Card Week at GNC, 20% off in addition to any sale price... the whey protein was Buy-One-Get-One-for-Half-Price... a great time to buy it... hugs :hug: |
Interesting day today...Not so long ago, pre IP I remember comparing jeans to try to figure out which one would fit me better because they were bigger. Today, 6 1/2wks in to IP, I'm comparing jeans to figure out which one is smaller because they are all too big! I celebrated reaching 30lb loss (unofficially) this morning by going out and buying a really nice bike. I used to ride my bike 20 miles per day and then sold it 8 years ago when I gave up that I would ever lose weight again. Look out trails...here I come.:dancer:
I don't post alot but I read all of the posts and you all keep me going and entertained as of late! Congratulations for all of the NSV's and the weight loss. What an amazing group of committed folks. You are all inspiring. Sorry to hear some of you are not feeling so well and that some have suffered recent loss. Losing a dear friend or family member is very painful. Hang in there and keep following plan. We've all learned that food doesn't solve the emotional pain. Welcome to all of the new folks. This is a great plan and so far very easy to follow. I'm going away for the Labor Day weekend tomorrow night but I have a good plan in place so I expect to come back a pound or two lighter! When have I ever said that on a holiday weekend:D |
So, I started on July 12, and the 20 lbs by Labor Day had already started.
What's going to be the next goal? I'm anxious to gear up for a great mini-goal! (other than the ones I've already set for myself!) |
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Like you, I had a real problem with the flavors...I can tell you that after a week or so you get used to it, and after 2-3 weeks you will actually LIKE some of them--I know it's hard to believe now! As a caution: as damgi already mentioned, there is a lot of discussion about whether the first weeks of IP should include any restricted items at all. And the protocol sheet does specifically say not more than 1 restricted IP item a day in Phase I. Both spaghetti and bars are restricted--so you may be taking in too many carbs to get into ketosis. A lot of folks on this board (like me) have found that even one restricted item a day significantly slowed them down, others have found it has no impact. It depends on your own sensitivity. I think most folks here agree a good way to start is no restricteds for a couple weeks until you get a "baseline" of how your body is doing and what kind of losses to look for, then try introducing restricteds and see if that slows you down. In any case, you need to stay below 30 total carbs per day (that is for your IP packs and your veggies combined). The restricteds are all (I believe) 15 or more. So eating 2 in one day is definitely going to kick you out (or keep you out) of ketosis. check out the IP board home page for links to lots of topics, including alternative products that are cheaper http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/ideal-protein-diet-236/ Quote:
Energy: most people have plenty, but it can take a few weeks to feel it. BUT most coaches will tell you not to work out AT ALL for the first 2 weeks--you are NOT getting enough calories and if you work out your body will go after your muscle instead of fat. After the first few weeks nce you have had some time to adjust, you can work out, but generally need to keep your heart rate down (walking is good, weight training is good). Exercising too hard may SLOW your weight loss. Be sure to check out the Exercise thread on the IP board. http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/idea...-exercise.html |
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QUOTE=Sweetstina;3463166]Happy to report that I weighed in tonight at 142.6...down 2.2 lbs! With only 2.4 lbs left to go to reach my goal, I've decided to move on to Phase 2 starting tomorrow. :D
Huge congrats to all those who have conquered the challenge!! :cheer:[/QUOTE] WOOT! WOOT! WOOT! Congratulations Christina!!!! |
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New Challenge
I was thinking of 20 lbs to Hallowe'en??? that would be 8 weeks from Labour Day. I like the challenges, kind of keep me on track.:o:o:dizzy:
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Big Mac In A Bowl
Just finished having Big Mac in a Bowl, YUMMY YUMMY YUMMY
For all the new chicks, please check out the recipe sticky, there are some really good ones there!!!:) |
Ok weigh in was good! 3.1 pounds for Week 2! 3% Body Fat in 2 weeks. So a total of 7.5 pounds in two weeks. I was hoping for more, but Coach says it is great!
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I had my first weigh in today. Down 7 pounds! So excited! Also lost 1 1/2 inches from my arms, waist 2, and hips 2 for a total of 5 1/2 inches.
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I would LOVE to join the next challenge, count me in!!!
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I want to be in the challenge also!
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Hello all....well, I started IP TODAY! My aunt (a PAC) is doing it and is recommending it to her patients....so, here I am. Well, I have peed more today than I normally do in 3 days! Lol! And I have a fuzzy feeling tonight....thinking that is a good thing, however I don't like it much.
I have a question....I have always been vitamin intolerant. I mean, I can take multivitamins with or without food and still feel the urge to vomit them back up. Anyone else suffer from this?!?!? I am forcing myself through the urges so that I can stay healthy...but UCK! Looking forward to hearing from you all! Congrats on YOUR weight losses! Hope to join in the celebration myself! |
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NSV - tried on a dress I bought months ago that didnt fit me at all and now I can almost zip it completely...:) |
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