I went to an info session the other night and they said 1 cup of coffee a day and that is it--no decaf etc -nothing other then the 1 cup? I thought it was strange- and thoughts-
My clinic said one cup of free caffenated coffee (SP?) and if you have above that then you must compinsate with water... ounce for ounce. I have pretty much weaned myself off caffeine coffee as I have gradually mixed it with decaf, now when I need caffeine, it actually works!
First, welcome and congrats on making the commitment to yourself. Now take a deep breath and know that you are going to do great on this diet. Yes to coffee in the morning. Yes to unsweetened tea. Spray butter flavoring -- don't know. I can tell you at day 13 into my "quest" I have had only 1 time when I was hungry and it wasn't even horribly hungry. In fact it was the FIRST time I have actually felt HUNGER in a long time. Much of what you perceive as hunger is actually thirst, and you will find that since you drink so much water on this diet, hunger will be a rare occurrence.
The first few days may be a little rough but it varies from person to person. I was very tired and had a couple of headaches within the first 4 days. By day 4 in general I felt much better and have felt great since. The energy level is wonderful and I sleep better now than I have slept in ages.
I had my first weigh in yesterday and at 12 days --- 6 1/4 lbs. totall of 12 inches lost. Not too shabby!!!
Good luck and keep checkin' in. We are all rooting for you!
Congrats on your loss!! That is fantastic!! I can't wait until I can start sharing my weigh in results!! Thank you for the advice also I'm glad to hear the water might help me. I honestly don't drink very much water right now so that could def be why I feel i "need" my afternoon snack everyday. I knew I would love this website I already feel like I am getting so much positive energy. I have a feeling I am going to need it too for days 1-4! But I can do it I know i can! Any advice on exercise?? I currently do kickboxing twice a week but at the Ideal workshop I attended they told me I should hold off on any exercise for the first 3 weeks on IP.
Congrats on your loss!! That is fantastic!! I can't wait until I can start sharing my weigh in results!! Thank you for the advice also I'm glad to hear the water might help me. I honestly don't drink very much water right now so that could def be why I feel i "need" my afternoon snack everyday. I knew I would love this website I already feel like I am getting so much positive energy. I have a feeling I am going to need it too for days 1-4! But I can do it I know i can! Any advice on exercise?? I currently do kickboxing twice a week but at the Ideal workshop I attended they told me I should hold off on any exercise for the first 3 weeks on IP.
Sounds like are getting ready to start the diet? Me too. I am starting on sunday or monday (I havent decided yet) I go today for my consult and get weighted and measured and get the products. I am very excited and also nervous also!
I agree about this site, it has so much positive that I think it will help us all alot!!
I was told the same thing about exercise, not do it much at all for the first few weeks, can do some walking as long as you can hold a conversation.
Congrats on your loss!! That is fantastic!! I can't wait until I can start sharing my weigh in results!! Thank you for the advice also I'm glad to hear the water might help me. I honestly don't drink very much water right now so that could def be why I feel i "need" my afternoon snack everyday. I knew I would love this website I already feel like I am getting so much positive energy. I have a feeling I am going to need it too for days 1-4! But I can do it I know i can! Any advice on exercise?? I currently do kickboxing twice a week but at the Ideal workshop I attended they told me I should hold off on any exercise for the first 3 weeks on IP.
I held off on exercise the first week but I had a bronchial infection and was on antibiotics and didn't feel so hot anyway. I would give yourself a break the first few days and then see how you feel by day 6 or 7. Since you are already exercising it isn't the same as starting a program from nothing. I do boot camp 2 x week and then cardio on Sat/Sun. I went to the gym last Sunday and did 30min on the bike w/o any problems. Have been to boot camp both days this week, no probs. Just listen to your body and you will be fine. I have a bar before I go just so I have a little something to work on.
I think that having started IP after I had an exercise routine firmly in place was an advantage. I know what to expect in terms of exertion already so it was just a matter of being temperate. I suspect it will have an effect on what I see on the scale and in inches as well.
Stay in touch as you move along. It's a great group here, everybody's experience is a little different but there is lots of info to learn from.
Sounds like are getting ready to start the diet? Me too. I am starting on sunday or monday (I havent decided yet) I go today for my consult and get weighted and measured and get the products. I am very excited and also nervous also!
I agree about this site, it has so much positive that I think it will help us all alot!!
I was told the same thing about exercise, not do it much at all for the first few weeks, can do some walking as long as you can hold a conversation.
Yes I am!! Next Thursday I wanted to start this past week but they were booked up for consults until next Wed. boo O well it is what it is! Anywho I'm glad to see someone else is starting around when I am. I have been so up and down with weight the last 3 years I'm ready to get it off and keep it off! I feel like I will learn a lot with this program for the future too. Good luck with your start!!
Sounds like are getting ready to start the diet? Me too. I am starting on sunday or monday (I havent decided yet) I go today for my consult and get weighted and measured and get the products. I am very excited and also nervous also!
I agree about this site, it has so much positive that I think it will help us all alot!!
I was told the same thing about exercise, not do it much at all for the first few weeks, can do some walking as long as you can hold a conversation.
Andria;
Hey since you are having your consult today, you might want to think about starting on the weekend; esp. if you work out of the home. The first few days can be a little rough. But that is up to you, esp. if you have plans for the weekend. Good luck on your venture and I look forward to hearing about your successes.
I am on day 5 of IP and it seems to be OK except 1 little thing . I am ravenous! I have been trying the snack either in the afternoon or after dinner. Yesterday I had the snack in the afternoon. I was starved by the time I had dinner. I had a good dinner and woke up starved this AM. Am I doing something wrong?
Hello All-Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge.
I don't have a coach- my Doctor told me about this so I have a few questions and would love your expertise.
I started Sat. 6-11 and so far so good. I am hardly hungry and am forcing myself to eat all 4 protein goodies.
A few questions:
-This a.m. drank 1/2 of choco shake before going to the gym and saving the rest for afterwards- is this okay??
-I arrive home usually around 8-9 from work and then eat ( I know !!! BAADDD) so I'd like to have my meat/ fowl protein for lunch- is this okay?
Hope to lose 40 # and am excited.
Thanks again for the community support.
Happy Monday!
Elizabeth
Hello All-Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge.
I don't have a coach- my Doctor told me about this so I have a few questions and would love your expertise.
I started Sat. 6-11 and so far so good. I am hardly hungry and am forcing myself to eat all 4 protein goodies.
A few questions:
-This a.m. drank 1/2 of choco shake before going to the gym and saving the rest for afterwards- is this okay??
-I arrive home usually around 8-9 from work and then eat ( I know !!! BAADDD) so I'd like to have my meat/ fowl protein for lunch- is this okay?
Hope to lose 40 # and am excited.
Thanks again for the community support.
Happy Monday!
Elizabeth
-This a.m. drank 1/2 of choco shake before going to the gym and saving the rest for afterwards- is this okay?? When do you go to the gym? When I was considering working out, my Coach advised me to have a full snack before and a meal within 30 minutes after your workout. I have read on here though, that some people will split a protein bar and have half before and half after. I am not sure that 1/2 a shake, which is lower in carbs and calories would be enough though. Maybe the experts on the board can weigh in on this one.
I arrive home usually around 8-9 from work and then eat ( I know !!! BAADDD) so I'd like to have my meat/ fowl protein for lunch- is this okay? My Coach advised me, right from the beginning that you can switch your lunch and dinner so as to have the protein for lunch and the packet for dinner.
I have been looking for Splenda flavored drinks, I can not find any. Chrystal Light has aspertame. I purchased the MIO flavorings. They are awesome but I feel I am cheating because they taste so good.
My favorite one is the Peach Ice Tea, then I squeeze fresh lemon in on top of ice....YUMMY!
Well y'all, 12 days in and 1st weigh in --- 6 1/4 lbs and total of 12 inches lost!!!!
How bout dem apples????
That is awesome, when I had my first weight in I cried and asked my coach if she was sure....I lost 9.8lbs and 14 inches!....this is a great way to lose weight!
Y'all I have to say that reading everybody's input here is so encouraging! I'm in day 2 and plan to do some "cutting and chopping" so that I have some veggies for the week. Also going to do a sirloin roast and some chicken. I love to cook on Sunday and at first thought I was going to have to give it up. But as I see recipes I feel encouraged.
I am open to anyone's salad dressing concoctions. I was hoping to buy some WF products but havent found them yet. What are the best of the WF salad dressings? I find it a little hard to believe that there can be a bleu cheese salad dressing that is legit.
I don't plan to weight myself everyday but was surprised to see nearly a pound difference since yesterday (Day 1) I know it is water weight but hey downward spiral numbers makes a body happy!!
Happy Sunday to everyone from the Big Easy
Try finding the WF products at Rouse's, Its not going to be with the regular dressings. Here it is on the bread isle with the soy and organic products. The Honey BBQ sauce is awesome, my kids eat it instead of regular BBQ sauce. I like the ranch dressing.
I am on day 5 of IP and it seems to be OK except 1 little thing . I am ravenous! I have been trying the snack either in the afternoon or after dinner. Yesterday I had the snack in the afternoon. I was starved by the time I had dinner. I had a good dinner and woke up starved this AM. Am I doing something wrong?
My first day is tomorrow and thats my biggest fear! I hate being hungry it makes me want to eat everything! Have you had any changes since this post?
Any advice on exercise?? I currently do kickboxing twice a week but at the Ideal workshop I attended they told me I should hold off on any exercise for the first 3 weeks on IP.
I wanted to start this past week but they were booked up for consults until next Wed. 
boo O well it is what it is! Anywho I'm glad to see someone else is starting around when I am. I have been so up and down with weight the last 3 years I'm ready to get it off and keep it off! I feel like I will learn a lot with this program for the future too. 
