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Hi everyone,

I have been doing Fat Smash for a few weeks now and decided I'd let people know how it is going.

I did Fat Smash last year and lost 28 pounds. Then the holidays came and I slid off and struggled to regain my committment for months. I gained back about 21 pounds. (my weight right after a vacation)

I restarted at the end of July.
Phase 1 ~ lost 10 pounds
Phase 2 week 1 ~ lost 1 pound
Phase 2 week 2 ~ lost 1.6 pounds
Phase 2 week 3 ~ lost 1.4 pounds
Phase 3 week 1 ~ maintain
Phase 3 week 2 ~ gain 1.4 pounds

I have not eaten anything besides what is on the list but I have eaten more quantity with some things than I should have. Also I have exercised inconsistently. I did 5 days of walking last week so I hope to continue that. I know a pound or 2 is healthy for a week, but I hope to see more 2 pound losses and an occasional 3 pound loss in the coming weeks. I've been off my routine so I'm not always eating every 3 hours and I do get way too hungry sometimes because I've waited so long. That and not drinking as much water as I should is probably not helping. However, I feel overall that I am doing pretty well and will work to improve those areas where I could do better.

Good luck to all of you! It sounds like you are doing well. I agree with the thought that if you keep going and don't give up you will end up where you want to be even with some stumbles along the way.

I'll try to check in each week.

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[MissVee]

Hello all, I am glad to see that everyone is still hanging in there. I to must admit that I really slipped up over the weekend also. My diet was completely out of wack. I have not weighed myself and I'm not going to until next week. I'm scared of disappointment or the thought for that matter. I can say that I have been faithful with my workouts. I will post my weight next week good or bad. Stay tuned!

[GoalDown50]

Everyone messes up sometimes, like Dr. Ian said, we are not perfect. So i decided to switch back to phase 2. Except for I have only 1 meat a day and not 2 servings. I'm enjoying salads and veggies with my meat, instead of mashed potatoes and stuffing...i need to go shopping because my yogurt and fruit is running low and i have been eating oats "n honey bars or peanuts for snacks...boy do i got to get back into the swing of things! school starts next week so it will be better for me to pack a lunch then try to eat wats at school...all fat and carbs!

[GoalDown50]

so i didnt weigh myself for two weeks and its paid off...im down to 185! so excited! havent seen that number in a few months! i'm gonna stick to the 1 meat a day and see where that takes me and if it helps me lose more. i def. need to get back into working out cause i havent been doing too well with it. how did the rest of you do?

[sparrow226]

I warped the diet yesterday. I didn't feel too wel anyway...and there's always another day to fix it. I'm gonig to up my exercise today, and eat better. I'm down 5lbs, since last monday...so that's good. I'm sticking to one meat a day as well....and we're eating meat everyday because the partner in food crime works all day and needs his meat, lol. But we're sticking to fish most of the time. Good day, stay motivated!

[Dreamdancer]

Goaldown50 - Congratulations!!!
That deserves the happy dance!!! Its great when you see that number that has been illusive.
Sparrow226 -Congrats to you too! I know what its like to live with the "meat man". Fish has been a hard sell, but its getting better!
Have a great day all and keep up the good work!

[gottadoit77]

Tomorrow is my offical start day for Fat Smash. I have "tried" a couple of times before, but gave up for no good reason. This time I am committed and will not let a minor slip up make me quit. I have seen some great losses on this site and hopefully it will keep me motivated. Wish me luck! I am excited to see my body change...this time for the better!

[Susanna Eats]

Please count me in on the 8/23 start date. I'm looking forward to this

[raycho3]

count me in to the 8/23 start date for FS detox. i get at least 2 headaches a day i'm so used to getting McDonald's that my brain is losing its mind

I have to pray every time before I eat to be full and keep my strength cause this detoxing is hard but we will make it through and I will pray for everyone one of you all.

I started yesterday and I didn't work out because I didn't want to overshock my body. but i'm going tonight to run and walk. i'm not a 100% runner yet but I run 3 minutes and walk 2 minutes and I will do that for 30 minutes then do crunches then sit in the sauna. i hope this diet and working out works...from what i can see it does. Well good luck everyone and keep strong.

PS I can't wait until I can have fried foods again!

[willsmashfat]

Raycho - you may actually lose your taste for fried foods. The thought of these foods now make me feel ill - so does the smell of fryer oil. There is hope!

[sparrow226]

I've been off-track for two days now. I've been so busy with college starting that I don't have time to eat! I've been eating too big portions, I haven't eaten anything I shouldn't have, just too much of it. I have one more day at school before I have the time to get back on track. I haven't exercised for two days, I think I just lost my motivation...I stopped losing after 5lbs...I know it isn't a big deal, but this really is the longest I've ever stuck to a diet. I'm going to start again on Tuesday, I need to get in the groove for school and know my times so I can plan out my day better. :/

[willsmashfat]

Kasey - It seems like this plan is easier to get back to than most.
Don't feel like you have failed - you have just taken a break.
Make small changes now to get ready for next week: plan your meals, stock the fridge, plan your exercise - this is a planning break, see?

[sparrow226]

I've stopped the diet for now, but I am still using the tips he gives and the portion control...and of course no fast food. I'm going to give it a week, so I can get my schedule down at school and get into the swing of things. I think once I know what times of day to eat and exercise will help keep me in the groove. So, new start date, September 3rd.

[Dreamdancer]

Hi Kasey,
Your plan sounds like a good one. I have found that I need some planning for meals in order to stay on track. I'm sure when you start again, you will do great!

[GoalDown50]

im off track as well..im not eating horrible foods, like fast foods, but i am adding some bread into the diet...mostly wheat bread...i did break and have a stromboli yesterday for lunch (but only ate half) i think i am going have to start over as well sparrow....college started today for me and i can already see that it's going to be hard to stay on task. i have to start working out again, i havent really been for like 2 weeks now...so this morning i did a 10 min aerobic workout on my balance ball, id figured 10 minutes was better then nothing...im gonna walk when i get home from work...so as of now, im just watching what im eating and making sure whatever i eat doesnt have a lot of sodium or carbs. and im going for about 1200-1800 calories a day. i hope once i get the swing of things for school i can start with phase 1 again and really push for some weight loss...as for now, i hope at least watching my intake and exercise will help to keep losing weight.