And thanks for the info on water retention after starting strenuous exercise. I was trying to make sense of a 5 pound weight gain when I know I didn't overindulge that much from Christmas to New Years. But I started P90X on Christmas Day and have been focused on the workouts! Could that explain it?
I also recall something about gaining 5 pounds of blood when you start a vigorous exercise program because your cells need more oxygen delivered to them quicker. I heard that "fact" probably 20 yrs ago but it always seemed true from my experiences.
Hi all. I am scared to get on the scale! I am up a bit! A week at an all inclusive followed by a week indulging in margaritas at home have really added up. I am going to Vegas in 10 days, so I will focus on sticking to phase 1 until then. And perhaps try moderation for this trip!
Hi all. I am scared to get on the scale! I am up a bit! A week at an all inclusive followed by a week indulging in margaritas at home have really added up. I am going to Vegas in 10 days, so I will focus on sticking to phase 1 until then. And perhaps try moderation for this trip!
I can totally relate to this! I think I am up about 7 pounds from the low end of my goal, and I am hating it! My next trip is on the 18th. Historically, I am awful with food and drink when family is around, and it's something I'm thinking about a lot lately. In the meantime, I am P1&P2 trying to get into my own pants.
I am so glad I have hidden my scale from myself so that I won't weigh daily. I took it to work, so I will never play that first thing in the morning weigh-in game there. I will still be weighing in at the clinic most Fridays.
I should say up 7 pounds from the HIGH end of my goal since I never actually did make it to goal. So, about 12 pounds above where I want to be. I'll get there.
Locopollo; Part of maintenance is working off up pounds. This is going to be my life. You are wise to work on them now. Stay away from that scale if it upsets you. Good luck on your weigh in at the clinic tomorrow. By the way I am reading Protein Power which mentions that wine helps you develop insulin receptivity..Keep that in mind when you are back on Phase 4.
Family visits can bring pressures. So I call my mom to let her know that I am here. She says. " Are you still on that crazy diet? You were so skinny!" Well, yes, mom, I still am on that crazy diet..It is called maintenance and eating healthy. However, my mom is 92 years old and I love her dearly. She did tell me that my wrinkles have filled out on my face and I look better from last summer. Well..that was positive.
Momto2cs: Those all inclusive vacations are wonderful but also hard as you can eat anytime and in many restaurants. I hope this week goes well for you so you will be ready for Las Vegas!
Fishette: That was interesting about gaining blood with exercise as well. I plan to keep exercising and doing ST. You are lucky to have a trainer.
Ishbel: Thanks for the info. That guy is the author of the book I am ordering.That article was interesting on fructose. Particulary disturbing was that fructose inhibits parts of the brain that tell you to stop eating and makes you want to eat more.
ChiliheadKen: I am a member of the Y and you can get a pinch test for your BMI which I think will tell you how much muscle you have in your body. I ask my son questions also about fitness.
Evepet : Enjoy your first week of maintenance and Phase 4!
Lizr: That mac and cheese with lobster sounds yummy. I did not know that IP had protein noodles. Thanks for the info. At least your temp is 30 degrees now and not 25. It is 28 in my town.
Scorbet: You seemed to have figured out what works for you..and will e ventrally decide on the weight you want. Good job.
So I read that successful maintainers exercise for an hour a day. I have decided while I am here I am increasing my exercise to an hour a day..two times a day. Since I love to walk along the beach and watch catamarans, surfers, and swimmers..this is not a hardship.
Good afternoon all:
Have just a few minutes left of my lunch time, and knew I needed to check in. Had my first WI since beginning Maintenance...up 5 lbs in the last 4 weeks (& I'm sure I've already lost a couple before the WI) Having serious SUGAR cravings and trouble controlling them! Sent the rest of the cookies to work with VIP this morning, but still some pumpkin pie in the fridge...he better eat it ALL up tonight! Coach said to stay strict P1 for a few days and I should be back to goal...so far easier said than done, that's for sure. Have been trying to be P1 for 2 days already - not doing so well. Also, need to get back to doing the gentle exercises at home I was doing before getting sick 3 weeks ago; the gym will have to wait until the sprained knee is better.
I'll get back on track, but the 'accountability' piece of a support system only works when you're up front about what you've been doing, right & wrong. So there it is...my not-so-great first month on maintenance...
Hi Everyone,- Happy New Year!
Sorry to repeat this to anyone who has read it in the other thread, but I think this one might be a more appropriate place for my question. In my coach's office last week, she mentioned something about a paper with foods to avoid in phase 4. She talked about dried fruits and nuts as some of the foods on the list, but she didn't have a copy of the list for me to take. Does anyone know/have the list of foods she is talking about? Or is there any other foods I should add to the no nuts, no dried fruits list? Thanks so much!!
I remember something about the dried fruits - this is because when they are dried they have a very high concentration of sugar.
However, the nuts one doesn't make sense to me - I snack on nuts regularly. You definitely have to be careful about portion size - 1/4 cup of pecans is about 200 calories - but there is no issue with sugar.
Really, I think maintenance is about finding what works for you - most things are probably OK in moderation.
Good afternoon all:
Have just a few minutes left of my lunch time, and knew I needed to check in. Had my first WI since beginning Maintenance...up 5 lbs in the last 4 weeks (& I'm sure I've already lost a couple before the WI) Having serious SUGAR cravings and trouble controlling them! Sent the rest of the cookies to work with VIP this morning, but still some pumpkin pie in the fridge...he better eat it ALL up tonight! Coach said to stay strict P1 for a few days and I should be back to goal...so far easier said than done, that's for sure. Have been trying to be P1 for 2 days already - not doing so well. Also, need to get back to doing the gentle exercises at home I was doing before getting sick 3 weeks ago; the gym will have to wait until the sprained knee is better.
I'll get back on track, but the 'accountability' piece of a support system only works when you're up front about what you've been doing, right & wrong. So there it is...my not-so-great first month on maintenance...
Cindy - You're more than halfway there - you know what you need to do and you're prepared to do it. Remember, we are all here for you!
I have my first weigh in since beginning maintenance next Monday afternoon. Great idea to report in to be accountable - I will do the same next week.
Daughter, son-in-law, and 3 grandsons have been at our house for 2+ weeks now. I forgot about all the crap that kids like to eat, and some of it is still a temptation for me! I keep trying to push apples and bananas for snacks, but only one of them is getting it!
Darn - still dangling at 146! Was hoping to go a little lower on the safe zone - I suspect the new class I started (Nike Training Club - super awesome bootcamp-style class) has me a little swelled up as I am sore in places I haven't been sore at in a long time. Definitely a butt-kicker....but in a good way!
Trying out a new recipe tonight for dinner - lobster mac & cheese. Using pumpkin puree, low fat ricotta, & low fat mozzarrella in lieu of typical sauce of butter, cheese, & flour and adding in kale. I was going to use miracle noodles, but was reminded there are protein supplement noodles now! Will be hitting up the low-carb grocerer to see what they have. Hubby will like that better.
That sounds about right. Also remember you will see an immediate scale jump (up) after starting strenuous exercise as your muscles are retaining water for the tear&repair process done for building them. After a week or so and it is flushed and you've got shiny new muscles! Hoping that's what I'm going through!!!!
I would consider going Phase 1 to goal. You will find training to be MUCH easier at a lower weight. I was running before IP, ~3miles@~12-13min/mile - my first time on a treadmill after reaching goal I could go WAAAAAY faster and WAAAAY farther, even after 22 weeks of zero running/training. I definitely consider myself athletic now and couldn't have performed so well at a higher weight. Maybe consider sticking to a strict Phase 3 at least when you get to 'close enough' - adding in exercise you should still be able to lose, and you can do high intensity in P3 without the fear of damage/breaking down muscle since your glycogen reserves are built up.
Liz,
How was that mac and cheese? I'm very interested in recipes like that...those that imitate an alfredo, etc. Once I have a good cream sauce, there's so much that can be done.
Re pastas, one I used pre-IP was by fiber gourmet. Used this when I was on weight watchers, would be fine in maintenance, sold by netrition.com. Interested to learn about other high protein, low carb pastas.
All,
I lurk here as I intend to join your ranks this spring and want to be as prepared as possible.
Hi everyone! Just wanted to check in and say 'Hello'.
I've decided that I'll feel better about things if I go back to P1 indefinitely and aim for a new, lower goal of 145lbs. Then when I rephase out and go into maintenance next time, my top ceiling will be 150lbs. The increase in weight due to glycogen being replentished these days has me pretty consistently at 158-159lbs, and that's higher than I want to be on a regular basis.
So - as of tomorrow - I'm back to P1 again, indefinitely.
Meanwhile, thanks again everyone for your kind support. And Happy Maintaining!
I should say up 7 pounds from the HIGH end of my goal since I never actually did make it to goal. So, about 12 pounds above where I want to be. I'll get there.
I've often wondered how much you weighed in the second picture? That looks like an ideal weight for you?
Hi all. I am scared to get on the scale! I am up a bit! A week at an all inclusive followed by a week indulging in margaritas at home have really added up. I am going to Vegas in 10 days, so I will focus on sticking to phase 1 until then. And perhaps try moderation for this trip!
I'm getting the idea you are not a fan of severe temps! It is beautiful here today, +2, the old kitty is in 7th heaven relaxing out in the sun on the back step. She will have a shock when -30 hits again.
Enjoy your next trip. 10 days of phase 1 will make a big difference by then.
I didn't go away this Christmas. But did try some old traditional recipes because future Son in law is also from "back home". Everyone at work and at home loved them and I had way too many bits and tastes. I told him I hadn't realized our ancestors were addicted to brown sugar. Every recipe seemed to be based on that. So it will take at least all of January to recover from all my sampling.
I got a boxing day present though, a really good elliptical. I didn't realize how tough they can be but when I get back to real maintenance I won't be such a stranger to exercise.
(p.s. let me know if you decide to do a run into the city this winter).
Hi everyone! Just wanted to check in and say 'Hello'.
I've decided that I'll feel better about things if I go back to P1 indefinitely and aim for a new, lower goal of 145lbs. Then when I rephase out and go into maintenance next time, my top ceiling will be 150lbs. The increase in weight due to glycogen being replentished these days has me pretty consistently at 158-159lbs, and that's higher than I want to be on a regular basis.
So - as of tomorrow - I'm back to P1 again, indefinitely.
Meanwhile, thanks again everyone for your kind support. And Happy Maintaining!
good for you doing so well over try maintenance and deciding to come back without ding any damage.
I put in an order to low carb Canada just before the holidays. I was hoping it would get here quick because they have a new location on the west coast and I think I read that they would be shipping to the west from there. But it's not at the post office today so I guess it takes a while for all the post to get moving again.
Hi everyone! Just wanted to check in and say 'Hello'.
I've decided that I'll feel better about things if I go back to P1 indefinitely and aim for a new, lower goal of 145lbs. Then when I rephase out and go into maintenance next time, my top ceiling will be 150lbs. The increase in weight due to glycogen being replentished these days has me pretty consistently at 158-159lbs, and that's higher than I want to be on a regular basis.
So - as of tomorrow - I'm back to P1 again, indefinitely.
Meanwhile, thanks again everyone for your kind support. And Happy Maintaining!
I think what you are doing is smart, making this move to finetune your final weight at this point. It sounds like you'll most likely be happier at the lower weight, especially after seeing firsthand how difficult maintenance can be. We'll all get this done together - Dana and Molly are in the same boat with us, quite close to the finish line. We will all make it by summer, if not sooner.
good for you doing so well over try maintenance and deciding to come back without ding any damage.
I put in an order to low carb Canada just before the holidays. I was hoping it would get here quick because they have a new location on the west coast and I think I read that they would be shipping to the west from there. But it's not at the post office today so I guess it takes a while for all the post to get moving again.
Good luck with your restart tomorrow.
Pat
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I think what you are doing is smart, making this move to finetune your final weight at this point. It sounds like you'll most likely be happier at the lower weight, especially after seeing firsthand how difficult maintenance can be. We'll all get this done together - Dana and Molly are in the same boat with us, quite close to the finish line. We will all make it by summer, if not sooner.
Thx ladies. After all this time spent getting this close, I figure it would be a shame to quit before getting to a weight that I really feel good about. I hope that proves to be 145lbs! LOL. I also hope that this next -10 lbs leaves from the tummy area - oh, and my double chin could still use some work! P1 here I come......
I can totally relate to this! I think I am up about 7 pounds from the low end of my goal, and I am hating it! My next trip is on the 18th. Historically, I am awful with food and drink when family is around, and it's something I'm thinking about a lot lately. In the meantime, I am P1&P2 trying to get into my own pants. 
So, about 12 pounds above where I want to be. I'll get there. 
Having serious SUGAR cravings and trouble controlling them! Sent the rest of the cookies to work with VIP this morning, but still some pumpkin pie in the fridge...he better eat it ALL up tonight! Coach said to stay strict P1 for a few days and I should be back to goal...so far easier said than done, that's for sure. Have been trying to be P1 for 2 days already - not doing so well. Also, need to get back to doing the gentle exercises at home I was doing before getting sick 3 weeks ago; the gym will have to wait until the sprained knee is better. 
