Hello Everyone...thought I would do a quick check in...I have not been coming over here to this site much...I will try to do a better job of at least reading this thread. I was getting frustrated trying to keep up with all the threads and so much talk about cheating and drama and such that I have stayed away. I would like to share that I have continued to stay OP 100% even through a really rough bought of the flu that then became bronchitis. I recently went shopping and bought new clothes...I started out at my heaviest in size 20-22 pants...I recently bought 12's and actually could zip the 10's, but felt they were too tight. I have went from a size 46DD to a 40D bra as well. Here is a picture of me in my new size 12 jeans...my mother insisted that I show the bling on the pocket.
Life has been hectic, stressful and just out of it, but I've been trying to catch up here. So many great posts for the 100%! Congrats everyone, especially, mompattie, bubbleblower & scorbett!
And joysh! Wow. You are doing so great! Congrats, congrats, congrats! I'm right there with you. I'm right at my first goal weight (well, off by .4 pounds as of Sunday), but I lowered my goal by 5 pounds to deal with the leftover fluffy areas. I think I'll lower it again another 5 pounds, but I'll take stock of things when I hit the 2nd goal. Let's celebrate together!
Happy OP day, everyone!!
Thanks, Starshine!! We'll celebrate together!
And conrgats to Scorbett, Mompattie, bubbleblower, and MommaHen!!
Hello Everyone...thought I would do a quick check in...I have not been coming over here to this site much...I will try to do a better job of at least reading this thread. I was getting frustrated trying to keep up with all the threads and so much talk about cheating and drama and such that I have stayed away. I would like to share that I have continued to stay OP 100% even through a really rough bought of the flu that then became bronchitis. I recently went shopping and bought new clothes...I started out at my heaviest in size 20-22 pants...I recently bought 12's and actually could zip the 10's, but felt they were too tight. I have went from a size 46DD to a 40D bra as well. Here is a picture of me in my new size 12 jeans...my mother insisted that I show the bling on the pocket.
You look GREAT!!!
I'm a long-time "lurker" so I remember you well. I thought about you the other day...how is your husband doing?
...I have an upcoming trip to Orlando on the first week of March with my family. I think I'm going to need to modify my diet since we'll be walking miles everyday at the parks. I think I will need more than an extra packet forsustenance, and I'm not quite sure how I should do this. I don't want to get too far off plan. Any suggestions are welcome!
I just bought the Kindle edition of the new book from Dr. Robert Lustig called Fat Chance. This is the doctor that was featured on 60 minutes last summer, and was the turning point for me, when I made the decision to monitor my carb intake, and ultimately found IP. I'm only on chapter two, but wow, it's a great read!
Have a great day everyone!
I know Lisa was thinking of a book study for Dr. Tran's book, but this one others could buy on kindle. If it's a good read, and worth doing with a group, let me know. I'd read along with ya (or Lisa....) I'm game to learn more.
As for Disney, you'll lose lots in the walking that's for sure. I know the food is expensive too, so whatever you can bring along will be good. Often, if it's not as crazy busy, you might be able to do a few hours, then leave for a bit, have your big healthy meal, and then go back at night for the fireworks feeling rested and 'refreshed'. Then you could probably get away with just snacks and shakes throughout the day.
Your ears must have been burning MommaHen. People were all just asking about you!
You look great! It may not be an issue for you, but FYI I had a breast reduction surgery and have never been happier. Have never seen a chiropractor since either. The relieve on my back was well worth it.
I know some women love being well endowed -- I didn't mind it either -- but I don't regret for a sec and am amazed how much smaller I am just without the "tent" affect of having to buy larger tops for my 'assets'
THanks for posting your pic. you should feel very proud
Good morning (well, it's still morning where I am) 100% Ipeeps!
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Weigh in this morning and I was really hoping for a good one this week since lasts weeks weigh in was -.4 due to TOM. Down 3.8 lbs!
That brings my total loss to 71lbs!
Awesome weigh-in, especially so close to goal!
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We went out to dinner twice both OP. I went to do some clothing shopping and was suprised when no of the shirts at Penningtons (my go to store for nice things) fit, I WAS TO SMALL FOR THE PLUS SIZE STORE!!! It was scary cause that is where I have shopped my whole adult life and I would never have even tried other stores cause I was usually embarrassed when nothing fit. The sales women was very nice and recommended Reitmans which is there sister store. the best part was all the tops were 70% off!!! So I got 4 new shirts in a smaller size and a deal
Then I needed some new scrubs, but was sure I would be to big for the XL size, but to my amazement they fit!! and well. When I started IP I could no longer fit into this stores 3x sizes!! I was a very nice weekend for lots of reasons
Great NSV, Monica!
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Hi everyone-
Feeling a bit ill today, don't know if it has to do with coming out of ketosis as I have switched to the alternative plan. I've had a headache since yest. and today I feel a bit nauseated. Does anyone know if coming out of ketosis can make you feel this way? Hope it isn't the cyber-flu!
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Hope you're feeling better Nola.
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Good evening my gorgeous 100% Ipeeps!! I had my WI last night. Down another 2 lbs!!! I've heard some conflicting info about the cleanse, but I'm still hovering around 85 lbs lost for a while now and I thought what the hey....it's not going to hurt! So I'm going to start the cleanse on the weekend. My coach said when she did the cleanse the first time it made her nauseated so advised me to start on a weekend when I'm not at work. Anyone have experience with the cleanse? I've heard good things and waste of money things but it won't harm me so I'm willing to try it.
Suggestions welcome!
Nice weigh-in. Here's hoping that the cleanse jump starts things for you.
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Hi Everyone!
I know I've been AWOL for the past couple of weeks. School has begun.
However, I wanted to share my latest loss today at the WI. Another -1.4. Now I'm at my original goal! I lowered my goal and will lower it one more time another 5 pounds. Then I'll start to phase off!
I went to the store this evening to try on clothes. I still cannot believe that I can take things from the rack in a size petite small and put them on! Also the pants size is between 10 and 12, depending on the cut. I wore a 22W pants and size 2X or XL before IP.
I'm pretty amazed and at this and very, very happy! Just continuing what I've done the whole way through! Yay IP!!!!
Lisa, where did you hear about the pina colada drink? It's still on the IP website. My coach did not know about it. I've emailed IP and will be happy to call about it. I really love that drink and do not want it discontinued. I have it for breakfast every other day.
Regards to all and good luck on the WIs!!
You look fantastic! And so close to goal!
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Congrats!!! You look great!!
I posted on the daily that I chalked up a 2.5 loss this week, taking me to under 10 pounds to go to goal! I went back and looked at my weight log from before I started IP (it seems like I've been on one sort of diet or another forever!) and I'm down over 30 pounds in all as of right now. I know the challenge will really be in keeping it off for the rest of my life, but I think this whole experience has taught me once again that anything is possible, with the right plan and a lot of commitment.
It's a good life, and I'm glad I'm not wasting it anymore.
Another great weigh-in!
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Great job bubbleblower!!
I just weight myself (no measurements till after I get the minion off to school) and I'm down 1.4lbs! That puts me 3.4lbs from goal!!!! I think TOM is making a visit too, so I'm surprised at the loss. I'll take it!
Wow - everyone in this thread is so close to goal it seems! Congrats!
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Hello Everyone...thought I would do a quick check in...I have not been coming over here to this site much...I will try to do a better job of at least reading this thread. I was getting frustrated trying to keep up with all the threads and so much talk about cheating and drama and such that I have stayed away. I would like to share that I have continued to stay OP 100% even through a really rough bought of the flu that then became bronchitis. I recently went shopping and bought new clothes...I started out at my heaviest in size 20-22 pants...I recently bought 12's and actually could zip the 10's, but felt they were too tight. I have went from a size 46DD to a 40D bra as well. Here is a picture of me in my new size 12 jeans...my mother insisted that I show the bling on the pocket.
Well, another long and busy workweek for me. I've been retaining water like crazy for the past week and a half due to TOM, and I'm finally starting to see the scale go down. Hoping for a big whoosh for next weigh in, but I can't really complain because I'm losing every week and I know the inches are coming off because my clothes are fitting better.
I've also started to really evaluate what I'm going to do after I get to goal and begin maintenance. I've found a lot of easy (and delicious) paleo/primal recipes that I've been using that are phase 1 compliant and I really think that I can eat paleo/primal long term. I don't miss any of the grains, really. Although I miss bread every once in a while, there are a lot of great paleo options using almond flour and coconut flour. I don't miss dairy, with the exception of cheese, but I figure that can be an occasional indulgence when I get to maintenance. I've been buying grass fed/organic meat since I started this diet as well. I have family members who eat paleo/primal so I've also seen how it can be done firsthand, on a long-term basis.
Anyways, that's my story. First things first, I gotta stay OP and get this weight off. Hope everyone has a great day.
LosingLawyer: We can be maintenance paleo/primal sisters (when we get there). I still have a BUNCH of work to do...
My coach and her husband (the chiro who has the practice where her biz is) both eat that way, as well. I'll get LOTS of support I'll be able to share (when the time comes).
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You look great! It may not be an issue for you, but FYI I had a breast reduction surgery and have never been happier. Have never seen a chiropractor since either. The relieve on my back was well worth it.
I know some women love being well endowed -- I didn't mind it either -- but I don't regret for a sec and am amazed how much smaller I am just without the "tent" affect of having to buy larger tops for my 'assets'
THanks for posting your pic. you should feel very proud
I had breast reduction 14 years ago. Doc removed EIGHT POUNDS OF boob! I was reduced to a size DD.
And I've never been happier, as well. But I've been to LOTS of chiropractors/physiatrists/physical therapists for my back/neck/shoulder pain, which was greatly reduced with the 8 lb reduction.
I hated the size AND shape. Doc fixed both
I recently went shopping and bought new clothes...I started out at my heaviest in size 20-22 pants...I recently bought 12's and actually could zip the 10's, but felt they were too tight. I have went from a size 46DD to a 40D bra as well. Here is a picture of me in my new size 12 jeans...my mother insisted that I show the bling on the pocket.
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Looking Great! Might have to change your name to HOT MOMMAHEN
LosingLawyer: We can be maintenance paleo/primal sisters (when we get there). I still have a BUNCH of work to do...
My coach and her husband (the chiro who has the practice where her biz is) both eat that way, as well. I'll get LOTS of support I'll be able to share (when the time comes).
I would LOVE to have someone else doing maintenance the paleo/primal way! That's awesome that your coach eats that way. Did you choose your clinic specifically based on that?
Recently I've found a lot of great paleo recipes on this site http://www.health-bent.com/ Some of the recipes are totally phase 1 compliant, and some only need minor tweaking to become phase 1 compliant. Of course, there are lots of others that will have to wait (fruit, copious amounts of bacon, sweet potatoes, etc.).
I had a whole big multi quote thing going on to say thank you to all of you individually, but it was tooo long!
In response though...THANK YOU all for the compliments, it feels good to be shrinking.
My husband is also shriveling away before my eyes. He started out at his heaviest at 330 and this morning he was 229, so 101 pounds he has lost. I don't recall what he was when we started IP, I think 280ish. My son also started IP the Monday before Thanksgiving and he lost 31 pounds, he is moving to phase 3 tomorrow. We all feel so much better.
Looks like you all are doing well too...it was fun to lurk a bit and look at every ones updated pictures...we sure a big bunch of losers us IP folk! I am hoping to be at goal before my birthday in May..it is my big 40 and I would really love to have my birthday be a fun day.
And a sweet little birdie on fb told me folks were asking...that means a lot ladies. And I am sorry that I haven't been around much, even to lurk. I was just getting so frustrated around the holidays with all the talk of cheating or quitting for a few days...for my own self preservation, I had to take a step back.
I did a bit of research on paleo before joining IP. It seems like a lifestyle I could see my family and I living once I am done with my IP journey (except for my son who won't eat red meat!! I will have to make him something different). I will have to check out that website you posted earlier.
I'm going to look into Paleo more but I gotta say the name SOUNDS very caveman with the whole "PRIMAL" thing. It would totally justify my hairy legs and beard! (Ok..TMI... I hear ya
Ug...me sign off now...(to go read more about Paleo/Primal food)
