Yes, it's in a good way! I just had no idea until I was on the massage table what a deep tissue massage was. It was not what I was expecting, but it was still really good.
I should really treat myself to one when I get to goal. So far I haven't been treating myself to anything for mini goals, other than constantly buying smaller clothes.
The last message I have from Rainbow was about 10 days ago. She said she was doing well maintaining. The boards just aren't the same without her around! Her positive attitude is so infectious!
Is your massage a deep tissue massage? I ask because you mentioned that your insurance is paying for it.
I had deep tissue massages as part of the therapy for my back, and my insurance paid for it also.
I just want to warn you that if it is a deep tissue massage, it can actually be painful sometimes. Not the whole massage, just parts of it. It does feel awesome when the massage is done though.
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Originally Posted by lisa32989
Painful in a hurts-so-good kinda way
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Sounds like a great day. I agree with the others that deep tissue massages can be painful but in a good kind of way. However they will probably go easy on you the first time or two until you know how your muscles respond. Enjoy shopping tomorrow too. A pedicure sounds like a great idea right about now.
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Originally Posted by ragdoll74
Yes, it's in a good way! I just had no idea until I was on the massage table what a deep tissue massage was. It was not what I was expecting, but it was still really good.
I should really treat myself to one when I get to goal. So far I haven't been treating myself to anything for mini goals, other than constantly buying smaller clothes.
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I haven't had a deep tissue massage in wayyyyy too long. Hmmmm now you've got me wanting one. It definitely can hurt but it's worth it.
Thanks everyone, I am not sure what I am getting yet as I set up the appointment yesterday and just told her the areas that were bothering me. I think you all should get one if needed. This is hopefully the start of me going regularly, I am trying to take care of myself inside and out the best I can
Thanks everyone, I am not sure what I am getting yet as I set up the appointment yesterday and just told her the areas that were bothering me. I think you all should get one if needed. This is hopefully the start of me going regularly, I am trying to take care of myself inside and out the best I can
We have a place in ST Louis called Massage Luxe that offers monthly memberships. I joined in November or Dec.
I could sure use some advice...I have offically hit a plateau. Zero pounds lost in the last 4 weeks, along with zero inches. I was hoping for a good weigh-in this morning but that didn't happen. So, I'm hoping for some guidance!
I always have 2 non-restricted, 1 restricted everyday, at least 120 oz of water, (95% plain, 5% with MiO) 4 cups of veggies, 2 teaspoons of oil directly on my salad, (eat a ton of lettuce every single day) 8 oz of lean protein (veggies and meat measured raw) and my salt.
I use 2 packets of Stevia per day and 1 serving of WF caramel syrup. I mix up my 3 IP's so my body doesn't get used to the same packets and I mix my proteins between chicken, pork tenderloin, lean ground beef, etc. I also mix up my veggies (okra, celery, rhubarb, cabbage, zucchini, cauliflower, cucumbers, etc.).
After taking this all into consideration, my ideas are to either add an additional non-restricted packet per day, (probably a pudding) 2 additional oz of lean protein, or to increase my oil.
Can anybody offer any other suggestions and/or has been through this before?
I'm wondering if my body has acclimated to the low calories and I need to do something to shake it up.
I could sure use some advice...I have offically hit a plateau. Zero pounds lost in the last 4 weeks, along with zero inches. I was hoping for a good weigh-in this morning but that didn't happen. So, I'm hoping for some guidance!
I always have 2 non-restricted, 1 restricted everyday, at least 120 oz of water, (95% plain, 5% with MiO) 4 cups of veggies, 2 teaspoons of oil directly on my salad, (eat a ton of lettuce every single day) 8 oz of lean protein (veggies and meat measured raw) and my salt.
I use 2 packets of Stevia per day and 1 serving of WF caramel syrup. I mix up my 3 IP's so my body doesn't get used to the same packets and I mix my proteins between chicken, pork tenderloin, lean ground beef, etc. I also mix up my veggies (okra, celery, rhubarb, cabbage, zucchini, cauliflower, cucumbers, etc.).
After taking this all into consideration, my ideas are to either add an additional non-restricted packet per day, (probably a pudding) 2 additional oz of lean protein, or to increase my oil.
Can anybody offer any other suggestions and/or has been through this before?
I'm wondering if my body has acclimated to the low calories and I need to do something to shake it up.
Thanks in advance!
The only thing I didn't see here is how much exercise you are doing?
Also, the TMI question - any chance you're backed up, any other inflammation issues going on?
There are others who have dealt with plateaus - some break it by removing the restricted packet for a few weeks. Others have switched up their meal timing (I.E. had the protein meal at breakfast or lunch instead of at dinner) and that has shaken things up a bit. A few have phased off to P2 (and a few all the way to P3) for a few weeks to break it.
I could sure use some advice...I have offically hit a plateau. Zero pounds lost in the last 4 weeks, along with zero inches. I was hoping for a good weigh-in this morning but that didn't happen. So, I'm hoping for some guidance!
I always have 2 non-restricted, 1 restricted everyday, at least 120 oz of water, (95% plain, 5% with MiO) 4 cups of veggies, 2 teaspoons of oil directly on my salad, (eat a ton of lettuce every single day) 8 oz of lean protein (veggies and meat measured raw) and my salt.
I use 2 packets of Stevia per day and 1 serving of WF caramel syrup. I mix up my 3 IP's so my body doesn't get used to the same packets and I mix my proteins between chicken, pork tenderloin, lean ground beef, etc. I also mix up my veggies (okra, celery, rhubarb, cabbage, zucchini, cauliflower, cucumbers, etc.).
After taking this all into consideration, my ideas are to either add an additional non-restricted packet per day, (probably a pudding) 2 additional oz of lean protein, or to increase my oil.
Can anybody offer any other suggestions and/or has been through this before?
I'm wondering if my body has acclimated to the low calories and I need to do something to shake it up.
Thanks in advance!
I love the fact that your first reaction is to ADD, rather than to take away. It is amazing what that will do sometimes. And most people's response it to further restrict.
Unfortunately, it may be a trial and error thing.
Please forgive me, I don't remember. Have you lost this 100+ lbs pretty quickly? What had been your avg weight loss prior to the last month?
I'd also try adding first and also looking at whether I'd become MORE carb sensitive. The other thing is to have your doctor check and make sure all your levels are A-okay, including hormones like cortisol. It could be something easily fixable. (Remember, I developed the thyroid thing so I will never rule out development of a medical condition)
Are your monthly cycles normal? Mine have been out of whack from the get-go (but I'm also almost 50 so I don't know WHAT to blame it on!).
Just my thoughts...I know others will have great ideas!
Thanks everyone, I am not sure what I am getting yet as I set up the appointment yesterday and just told her the areas that were bothering me. I think you all should get one if needed. This is hopefully the start of me going regularly, I am trying to take care of myself inside and out the best I can
As a massage therapist (no longer practicing), here is my advice, let the therapist know as she/he works on you if you need more or less pressure, or a different type of massage. A competent therapist should be trained in deep tissue and relaxation techniques. The thing about "hurts" or "hurts so good" is that people have different pain thresholds and sensitivity to touch . A therapist can practically beat on my muscles with a meat tenderizer and I won't complain. Most of my clients were rehab or athletes, so I did very deep tissue work. However, occassionaly one of my deep tissue clients would say "Not today, just want a light relaxation massage." Plus I had a couple clients who could barely tolerate any level of pressure except for the slightest amount of touch. Since you are a new client, the therapist should ask you for feedback on the level of pressure. But if not, by all means speak up and tell them what you like and don't like. It's perfectly ok to ask for more pressure, less pressure or to say you want a light relaxation massage or deeper tissue massage.
My last opinion about massage therapists, they are a lot like IP coaches. A good one is worth their weight in gold, a bad one will have you never wanting to return. If you don't leave this massage feeling great about it, keep shopping, massage is a wonderful thing!
I could sure use some advice...I have offically hit a plateau. Zero pounds lost in the last 4 weeks, along with zero inches. I was hoping for a good weigh-in this morning but that didn't happen. So, I'm hoping for some guidance!
I always have 2 non-restricted, 1 restricted everyday, at least 120 oz of water, (95% plain, 5% with MiO) 4 cups of veggies, 2 teaspoons of oil directly on my salad, (eat a ton of lettuce every single day) 8 oz of lean protein (veggies and meat measured raw) and my salt.
I use 2 packets of Stevia per day and 1 serving of WF caramel syrup. I mix up my 3 IP's so my body doesn't get used to the same packets and I mix my proteins between chicken, pork tenderloin, lean ground beef, etc. I also mix up my veggies (okra, celery, rhubarb, cabbage, zucchini, cauliflower, cucumbers, etc.).
After taking this all into consideration, my ideas are to either add an additional non-restricted packet per day, (probably a pudding) 2 additional oz of lean protein, or to increase my oil.
Can anybody offer any other suggestions and/or has been through this before?
I'm wondering if my body has acclimated to the low calories and I need to do something to shake it up.
Thanks in advance!
My weight loss stalled for a few weeks at one point, and I remembered Wuv's coach had told her when that happened to her to go on P3 temporarily. I tried that - went to P3 for a week - then back to P1. The change seemed to shock my body and got the weight loss moving again.
