Originally Posted by deinekatze (Post 3431832)

so I posted some incriminating ones of me on the PROGRESS PHOTOS link too...hope mine don't end up in the news LOL... not ready yet but getting there ;-)

Originally Posted by carlasherea (Post 3433334)

Awesome pictures! What I love is the change that happens in such a short amount of time. OH and by the way.....my pictures were in our stinkin newspaper yesterday too!!! I better get some free product over this :rofl:

Originally Posted by shrinkingsusie (Post 3432744)

Has anyone else noticed that they bruise easier since starting IP? Maybe I've just become more clumsy? lol

Originally Posted by carlasherea (Post 3433334)

Awesome pictures! What I love is the change that happens in such a short amount of time. OH and by the way.....my pictures were in our stinkin newspaper yesterday too!!! I better get some free product over this :rofl:

Originally Posted by Kelsey (Post 3433552)

What would bother me, Carla is that they didn't contact you. It seems like the least they could/would do. You signed a release, but they still should have "congratulated" you on being selected as the new "IP Cover Girl" :D

Originally Posted by carlasherea (Post 3433587)

I would have to agree with you Kelsey! I didn't like finding out by getting phone calls from my friend and dad. I might have myself a little discussion with them the next time I go weigh in. Maybe since I want to start Phase 1 in September to get 10 lbs off they could at least give me 1 week of food or something :carrot:

Originally Posted by Midlife Meggie (Post 3433242)

go visit, cherish the time you have left, try to make each other laugh in the face of the terror. Everything seems so heightened at a time like this. My friend said, "The universe feels very open." I think that about sums it up.

Originally Posted by deinekatze (Post 3432508)

So sorry to hear about your dad :( and yes we do remember you.

hey I got off for the wedding also so getting back on track recently...not as strict as I could be either. Lets get back on this track, shall we?

Welcome back!

Originally Posted by showgirlaz (Post 3432610)

Stace! Welcome back. :hug:

I am so sorry to hear about your father. My deepest sympathies for your loss. I am very glad you were able to be with him and your family when it was so important.

I think your coach was really kind. You are going to do just great getting back to where you are and moving down from there!

Originally Posted by HopefulTricia (Post 3432629)

Welcome back Stacerp. I wondered what happened to you. So sorry to hear about your Dad. Aren't you amazing to get right back up on the horse and lose 6 lbs already?? Sounds like you will be fine. You rock!

Originally Posted by WyoSun (Post 3432673)

Stacerp....I was so excited when I saw your pic. I am so sorry about your father. Welcome back.....I'm trying really hard to make the 140's. As I'm sure you know, the rally is going on this week, so I am really busy and can't get to weigh in. So, I'm hoping that by next week I'll see that 4 on the scale!!
I'm so glad to have you back.

Originally Posted by dietfrenzy (Post 3432879)

Stacerp: very sorry to hear of your loss. my thoughts are with you and your family.

today is an emotionally difficult day for me. A great friend of mine was diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer 5 years ago (she's 40 yrs old now) and has been fighting it ever since. today, she called me to let me know that she will be admitted to hospice care today and I am devastated. although i've seen her through this horrific journey and knew that she has been struggling in the fight, the realities of losing her are difficult. I feel helpless and sad. Her mother is here taking care of her, but I feel for her mother as well, who has 2 children, my friend and an autistic son. I cannot imagine how and what she is feeling right now knowing that her daughter will no longer be here in person. it just breaks my heart to know that there is nothing i or anyone else can do.

feeling sad, dina

Originally Posted by ChelleFL (Post 3432906)

STACERP - I'm so sorry for you loss. Welcome back! Sounds like you are doing well and you'll be back to where you left off before you know it.

Originally Posted by JessicaCourez (Post 3432928)

Stacerp & Dina: So sad for both of you -- Dina, I lost my dear friend last September to cancer and I think of her nearly every day. Very sad.

Originally Posted by doxigirl (Post 3433133)

dietfrenzy and Stacerp: So sorry. I will keep you both in my thoughts and prayers. Keep your chin up.

Originally Posted by Novak (Post 3433196)

Of course we remember you! I'm so sorry about your dad... :(

And yes, this you DO have control over. So welcome back, we're glad you're here. :hug:

Originally Posted by Vicjul (Post 3433229)

Welcome back stacerp

I am very sorry to hear about your father.

Originally Posted by Midlife Meggie (Post 3433242)

Stacerp, I am sorry about your mum and dad. I lost my parents a few years ago and it changes your life, destabilizes you, no matter how old they are. I'm glad you got to spend some time with your dad.

My thoughts for peace and some comfort are with you both.

Originally Posted by stacerp (Post 3433672)

Had my 1 week weigh in today (reintroduction...). Lost 6.8 pounds and 6.25 inches. Gotta love all that water weight going whoooosh! the first week :) Still not back to where I was, but trudging forward!

Originally Posted by stacerp (Post 3433672)

Had my 1 week weigh in today (reintroduction...). Lost 6.8 pounds and 6.25 inches. Gotta love all that water weight going whoooosh! the first week :) Still not back to where I was, but trudging forward!

Originally Posted by JessicaCourez (Post 3433012)

Pita: Do you think it's your gycogen stores finally kicking in?

Also, I had a moment of panic when I realized that at 147, if my goal was really 135, I'd be about 7-8 pounds from phasing off.

I decided I'd get to 135, though, and then make the call about my goal weight, so that makes me at least 12 pounds away. I think I want to change it to 130 or 125. Co-workers keep saying I have nothing more to lose, but honestly, you haven't seen me naked! Eek!

Originally Posted by deinekatze (Post 3432910)

Erin, hang in there...add magnesium at night too and see how that helps you move your #2s ;-)

Here is something I found that may also help shed some light for you...as always PLEASE don't panic with the scale as much, look at how your clothes fit!

"When the muscles are not used to being worked out regularly, they are more likely to become sore and increase in size. After you have been working out for a while, the muscles will stabilize in size and become more toned when doing aerobic exercises. Cardiovascular activities like running, walking and swimming tend to promote lean, toned muscles. Certain activities will yield larger, stronger muscles, which can contribute to weight gain. For example, lifting heavier weights can put on muscle. Some weight gain due to muscle building is common. The upside is that after the muscles are sufficiently strong enough to handle harder workouts, you can burn calories faster."

The weight gain you have experienced is absolutely normal. It is known as the ‘initial weight gain’ which happens to many people when they begin a comprehensive exercise program which includes cardiorespiratory training, resistance training(exercising with weights), and flexibility training. This scares many people - women especially.
SO ignore the weighing scale, but instead, look at yourself in the mirror and ask yourself :

How do you look?
How do your clothes fit?
Are good changes going on with your body shape or physique?
Are you generally feeling better?

Originally Posted by carlasherea (Post 3433334)

Awesome pictures! What I love is the change that happens in such a short amount of time. OH and by the way.....my pictures were in our stinkin newspaper yesterday too!!! I better get some free product over this :rofl:

Originally Posted by deinekatze (Post 3433345)

Girl seriously, GET ON IT!!!! you are a celebrity now! No joke, they really should compensate you somehow.

I am letting everyone know here that I will NOT be happy if my pics make it out somewhere out there. I am sharing with you all whom I trust but no one else. When I am famous that would not be a good thing to be reminded of ;-)

Originally Posted by Kelsey (Post 3433552)

What would bother me, Carla is that they didn't contact you. It seems like the least they could/would do. You signed a release, but they still should have "congratulated" you on being selected as the new "IP Cover Girl" :D

Originally Posted by pitakitten (Post 3433706)

who knows what is going on. this morning I was back down around 126 again. I had pork suasage last night so maybe too much salt was the culprit. I need to leave the scale in the dust and move on.