[calypso58]

Originally Posted by FacingIt27

I feel somewhat similarly about my clinic. I like the two coaches there, but they give the bare minimum information and I always feel so rushed there! When I do ask a question I get very brusque seemingly uncertain responses. Nothing is ever answered in a definitive way. And much of the responses are "yeah, that'll happen." and nothing else. It's frustrating. I feel a good coach could make a huge difference. I'm trying to stay on plan exactly as it is written so I don't succumb to any misinformation of theirs. This forum is a great help too.

The first week they didn't measure me cause she said there isn't normally a big loss and they like to wait for the second week. Then when I came in yesterday she was rushing me out of there, and I had to ask to be measured. She wrote them down so quickly and mentioned a few losses, but I don't know what the total was! Frustrating!

And to the lady who said she's been wearing only sweatpants and sweatshirts- same here!!! I am trying not to wear regular clothes at all, don't want to be discouraged or feel bad, and hoping for some sort of noticeable difference when I do have to put them on.

Thanks for the support and inspiration as always guys.

I'm sorry you are having a problem FacingIt. I am also in Austin and I love my coach. The last time I was there I was rushing out and she said that she never wanted me to feel rushed and that we should take all the time we need. I couldn't be happier with her.

[schenectady]

Originally Posted by jendilly

I have a pretty good NSV for myself. I survived my after party last night. I had my snack before leaving for the pageant and then used the after party as my dinner. The breakfast buffet was amazing...full of tons of choices. I skipped past the biscuits and gravy, fruit, hashbrowns, potatoes, sausage, pastries, cinnamon rolls and so much more. Opted for scrambled eggs (asked if there was butter in them and they said no), a little bit of ham, and then went to the omelette bar. I scooped extra veggies on my plate from that, and then had them make me an omelette full of veggies...no cheese, no butter, just eggs and veggies. I felt good about it! It was great that I had two IPers with me, too. One is on maintenance and one was on phase 1 for a month, but is switching off and doing her own thing.

Today is my "one-month anniversary" of starting IP and I feel great!

You did really well. Your description was so vivid, I could almost see the buffet of 'goodies'. Having survived that, you should discover with pride that can overcome old feelings towards food. Congratulations.

[coffeebean]

Originally Posted by perezjess

My 1st weigh on Wednesday, I lost 7 lbs, was feeling great. But yesterday I couldn't resist and ate 2 slices of thin pepperoni pizza, this morning my personal scale says I gained 3 lbs. How is that possible? Did I totally mess up?

To be successful in this diet phase 1 you have to be 100% OP. Get up brush yourself off and follow the plan. I say it has been a gift to lose the weight. I lost 30 pounds in 2010 and managed to keep most of the weight off by eating healthy and making good food choices. You can do it.

[Panya]

hello every one. I'm going to have my orientation on IP on Wednesday,wish me luck. I'm hoping to lose 40 lbs. thank you...

[Slipfree]

Welcome Panya! IP is a great life-changing decision

[nolasmurf]

Thanks for the info ya'll. I'm going to give the detour bars a try.

[perezjess]

Thank you ladies for your support. I was feeling down but with your support, I can reach my goal no more cheat days for me.

[ReenHag]

Watching these singers and hearing these songs makes me feel soooo old! Chicago still sounds good. What the heck is going on with Daft Punk, though? LOL

[Slipfree]

Renee, me too! I usually try to keep up because of my school audience, but I feel like I have missed a year of music

[shrinkingsusie]

Originally Posted by nolasmurf

Question for those using alternatives. Does anyone use the pure protein or detour bars as their restricted? I'm getting a bit worn out having to order from Nashua and having to go to SAMs for my RTDs, noticed that the box of pure protein or detours ran about $18 for a box of 20. Just wondering about compliance with IP and taste before I buy

They are all I use for my restricted. They are delicious and cheap at Costco!

[sarahBell]

what is the total net carbs on an Alt. restricted? I can't remember

[Panya]

Thanks slipfree

[nolasmurf]

Originally Posted by sarahBell

what is the total net carbs on an Alt. restricted? I can't remember

9+ is restricted

[sarahBell]

Originally Posted by nolasmurf

9+ is restricted

oh wow. I found some with a total of 6net carbs!!! so those could be packet if I am desperate for chocolate?

[nolasmurf]

Yup unrestricted is 8 or less