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Good morning everyone. I had a horrible weekend :( but I am ready to start fresh. I wish I had someone watching me 24/7 to tell me I could do this. Sometimes I am my own worst enemy and critic :( but here's to another (and last) new start! I will make it thru this week 100% op
Congrats to everyone with weight loss victories and non-scale victories. They are encouraging to read. One day I'll have my own. Have a great day everyone. |
Claustin- You CAN do it! Don't dwell on the set back... just get back on the horse.
Luccilove- great job!! Danger- such great news! Madi100- 7lbs gone...AWESOME! I tried out some recipes this weekend that I found on the Mix'n in the Kitchen thread. The English Muffins were amazing! Add an egg for breakfast and had an EGG SANDWICH! Incredible! I highly recommend you try it. It took me a couple time to get it right- still ate it but, not pretty. Splitting the mix up was definitely helpful. Also If you are struggling to get in your veggies like me. The Goddess Soup was pretty good. It might even work to make the day before and bring it to work for lunch. |
Good morning all. WI is tomorrow and I'm feeling as if this week won't be as good as the previous ones. I wonder if this is normal. 3 weeks in and all is well eating wise, it's just the attitude that is going wrong. I'm still 100% committed, it's just all in my head. Hopefully tomorrow will be successful so I can get over this funk!
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Click on that and you will see a couple recipe threads, two of which are devoted to user "Rainbowsmiles" recipes. She is really creative and posts lots of pictures which make even the novice cook want to become a chef!! Good Luck! |
emsmom97 - I am struggling with the same thoughts! I started in October as well and am 14 lbs down after 4 weeks. For some reason, despite doing what I should be, I have this fear that it will all stop now or the scale won't move this week when I weigh in. Almost like this is "too good to be true".
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You are not alone. I am shocked every time I have lost weight. I always feel like I am doing it wrong or cheating in some weird way. But I am not. I feel like why is this diet allowing me to lose weight vs other diets I have been on.
The night before each WI - mine is on Monday. Sunday night I am a crazy person and keep telling my husband I gained all the weight back or something is wrong with the scale. I say if I gain weight I am getting off the diet. I stress myself out for nothing so far. I am crazy. |
I found it and those muffins look sooo yummy!
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Same thoughts here and it is TOM. I am much hungrier than in the beginning. That is why I was looking for quote inspiration yesterday. I also made myself a poster with all the pounds from starting weight to goal weight (Only since starting IP, had lost some before but not sure how much) each pound has its own box. Then, I crossed out all the weight given away so far. It was inspiring and made it seem manageable. Good news is that my family is on board. They now understand that this needs to be 100% for me. Even told my Mom that I would have to bring something else for Christmas Eve. She said,she had already thought about the fact that I can not eat anything on the menu. That is growth! Claustin- I think that you are being very hard on yourself. Negative thoughts bring negative actions. I think you should be as kind to yourself as you would be to your children. You struggled this weekend, but had 5 great days last week. Luccilove- great wi results! |
I CHEATED! I'M DOOMED. It's bad enough I didn't eat all the required IP foods last week, or enough veggies - where did the time go?? I ended up gaining a half a pound mid week? I drank half a Bud Select during the Vikings - Packers game last night. I couldn't stop myself. Tomorrow is my week 3 WI and I will be lucky if I have lost a total of 9 pounds. After 3 weeks of no booze, cheese, fried food, carbs, dairy and chocolate, I just find that hard to believe. Where is the justice in this world?! Okay. Enough of my rant. Thanks for the outlet.
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Emsmom97- good luck tomorrow!
Madi100- fantastic, 7 pounds! Mpfskinnyme- going to look for that recipe. Danger- what a wonderful blessing! Justdoinit- have definitely felt ill after taking the vitamins. Now, I take the multi and potassium with breakfast. The rest I take after dinner. Not what the coach said, but it is working better for my stomach. Welcome to the new people. |
Well, I slipped a little bit this week, which I'm both mad about and happy about. I had a large group of people over to my house Saturday night to watch college football and I cooked quite the spread on my Traeger (including turkey and asparagus for me). But one of my guests brought some chicken wings as well. I had 2, yes 2, breaded, deep-fried chicken wings.
They tasted great, but within about 10 minutes of eating them I got so sick to my stomach and was still feeling it the next day. I'm mad at myself for being tempted, but at the same time I think it's a good reminder that a small cheat isn't worth the sickness or even more important, halting my progress. Needless to say I'll be thinking twice about cheating again in the future. |
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I too have been feeling this way. I've dropped 28lbs in 21 days, and my WI day is tomorrow. I'm neurotic, scared, and beating myself up that it's not going to be "as good" as the last weeks numbers. Mind you, I've been sick and on drugs that make you retain water. I still feel like the numbers going down are "too good to be true". Despite all of this, I've stuck with plan, and with the exception of an extra oz of milk on one day, I've stayed 100%OP. It's nice to know that there are other people out there that are having just as much trouble with the mental aspects of this life change. Thanks for being there ladies (and gents if there are any). It's nice to not feel so alone! |
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Good luck tomorrow! Remember, even if the numbers aren't what you're hoping for, you are still moving in the right direction! |
Made a great dinner tonight - chicken stir fry with cabbage, mushrooms and
Bok choy sp? Used water, nf chicken broth, low sodium soy sauce and fresh ginger. |
I started this journey because I'm sick and tired of hating what I see in the mirror every morning. Alsok , I went to the doctor because I wasn't feeling well my blood pressure was pretty bad. It was a wake up call for me. My brother died last year at 52 of a massive heart attack. I've got to get healthy for my kids because I am all they have.
I haven't cheated at all. I feel empowered over my cravings. I really haven't had that many. Just miss my wine. The hardest part for me is work. I work in the cafeteria at the high school and am preparing food all day long. There are temptations all day!!! The bread type foods are the worst for me. Also, the lunch room. Watching my co-workers eat to their hearts content. We are basically allowed to eat whatever we want there so, will power is at a max. |
Well, day 1 (again) went well. Stayed 100% on plan. Even managed to have subway with my daughter at school (I had a chicken breast salad - 2 breasts, cucumbers and lettuce and I brought my own IP Pickles - It was filling) I had hot chocolate for breakfast and 2 eggs, hot chocolate, steamed broc/cauli. for supper (weird combo I know but it was good) I am such a picky eater. I am going to try the Big Mac in a bowl tomorrow, picked up all my ingredients today. Looking forward to trying it. Hope its something I like. I need something new to eat.... there's only so much chicken and broccoli I can eat in the run of a week lol.
Hope you all continue to have a wonderful evening! Ps. Now accepting Will Power in any quantity ;) |
Hi All. I'm new to this group, but started on IP on October 2nd. Although I've had great success so far, I'm paranoid it's going to stop, like what some of the prior posters stated. It is so motivating to come on here and read how everyone else is doing!! :)
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Hey all! Put the bloody club away and quit beating yourselves up! Life happens, you are human! I know that is easier said than done but don't let a moment turn in to anything more! Re-state your commitment to yourself and just get back on that horse :)
So far, 3 full weeks op. It hasn't been easy as there are numerous challenges everyday! I know staying strong now will condition me to keep on through the holidays. For me, I think of those temptations as costing me $85. I don't know about anyone else's finances but I can't afford to cheat. Every piece of chocolate, soda, anything off program is $85 to me. I have found when I think of it that way, I no longer want that temptation. Now, I don't know if that will work tomorrow for me, but so far it has worked everyday. Have that desire for the end result more than the desire for that temptation. Stay strong and be proud of what you are committing to. You are worth it!! |
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Week two weigh in down 2.8lbs :carrot:
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I discovered Mix'n in the Kitchen and am in LOVE! That girl has amazing talent and creativity!
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Week 3 weigh in - down 2.0, for a total of 10.4 Not bad after sucking down half a Bud Select on Sunday night.
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Good morning all! WI is this morning and am hoping for some good news. Yesterday wasn't exactly the best day in the world (my younger brothers colon cancer has spread and is now in his lungs, so yeah...not a good day) but I did not deviate from plan. This is a true success for me. In the past, anything would derail me, but this time, I decided I needed to stay focused and get healthy. Hopefully the scale at the doctors office is nice to me. I could use some cheering up.
Will check in when I get back. Have a great morning!!!! |
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I hope you hear some good news from your weigh in. Its amazing the feeling you get when you see your hard work paying off. Its like a warm fuzzy sense of pride and accomplishment :D |
emsmom97-congrats on the loss! Excellent
So I had my first bad experience last night - not sure if it was IP related or bad seafood or low blood sugar. Had seafood for dinner and then for my snack I tried the new Brownie. Maybe 40 mins later I just felt really weird and told my husband I think I am going to throw up and I did 4xs. Then I was very cold and couldnt handle noise or lights. My husband thinks it is the seafood-2 types of crabs-we both had some cod. Never had a low blood sugar issue but it was 80 and then 77 at 2amish. Then I thought I had a bad reaction to the brownie?? I feel better today but really dont feel like eating veggies. Really want just some Matzo Ball soup but cant. Had the oatmeal for breakfast with some ice tea-so far I am ok. Has this happen to anyone else? |
Morning October Idealers!
Had my WI this morning.. gave the center another 5.8lbs! This is a total victory for me. I've been sick with bronchitis since mid week 2, and I'm now working on week 5 (Week 4 WI was this morning). I cannot believe how much this is working for me. I'm kinda scared that it's all just going to poof stop, but I'm committed to getting healthy and making this change stick this time... |
Week 3 WI..down 2.4 pounds. Not as much as I would have hoped for, but still...a loss is a loss. Plus the doctor said it was all fat! And that I am most likely holding on to water since it was such a large fat loss. Hopefully my body adjusts quickly and I start dropping around 3 pounds per week. Oh...and it is TOM this week. So, all in all....can't complain!
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Congrats Kawaii and emsmom97!
LUCCILOVE-I can't say why you got sick. With me, I don't have any food allergies, but when I eat crab I get a horrible cramping feeling in my stomach but I don't have the sensitivities to light/sound or the vomiting. Maybe try the crab or brownie on different nights and see if you get sick after one of them again? |
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Good idea. I do not normally vomit or have sensitivities to light or sound - that's why it was so weird. I am diabetic but I check myself often and have never had low blood sugar. So far everything is better today. Just resting. |
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As for me, I am OP, but pretty frustrated. The mortgage co. wants building permits for renovations done prior to my purchasing the house. Now I have to apply for building permits, have a town inspector come and the Reno. Has to be up to today's codes (even though it was built 15 years ago). Seems completely ridiculous. I purchased and refi once before with the same mortgage firm. Ugh! |
Emsmom and kawaii and buttbgone..CONGRATS on great WI's!!!
Claustin, we may be polar opposites with our food..I'm not a soup fan lol Luccilove, I sure hope you feel better!! I have my week 3 WI tomorrow, I've been OP so I can only hope for the best. I just wish I had a bit more energy! Does anyone else feel a bit weak muscularly? I am not trying to exercise too much but I am a pretty busy person and I find when I'm running errands or doing any type of exertion I get really weak. |
I get to add another charm to my bracelet! I was looking for a way to remind myself of my accomplishment. I was on my way to Hobby Lobby to find something like marbles and a nice jar or beads. I hadn't decided. Hubby was with me and told my he had an idea... We ended up at the mall at the James Avery store. He told me he wanted to give me a charm for every 5 pounds to remind me of my success. (I earned my 6th one yesterday!) Sunday I heard him tell his mom what he was doing and her response was "That's a LOT of charms!!!" LOL You bet it will be!
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I read different answers to this question?
Is the new Double Chocolate Brownie restricted or not restricted? I thought my coach told me it was restricted? ladybugsgrandma - The charms are a great idea. I reward myself by getting 90 minute massages. I am always tense or stressed out so this helps me. Thanks |
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Luccilove, I am sorry that you were so sick. You poor thing:( Claustin, thank you for talking about the choc, drink heated up, had it tonight and liked it. Ladybugsgrandma, what a wonderful reminder of your success and very thoughtful of your husband. I just ordered myself a silver bangle stamped with a Winnie the Pooh quote, “Promise me you'll always remember: You're braver than you believe, and stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think." It will be a reminder of my 20 pounds lost and my commitment to myself. Thanks to all of you for being an outlet for me.;) |
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