Seriously, reading through everyone's posts this past weekend (Especially Steph's) just made my day. It is so nice to see the IP Peeps reaping the benefits of all the hard work they're putting in!
DLR,
Depending on how much you have to lose, 30lbs is totally doable! I set myself up for 25lb increment goals. I don't look at the HUGE number I have to get rid of, just the next 25lbs. The fact that you've rededicated yourself to getting back on track and sticking OP will definitely help.
I agree, Kawaii. I found that if you set your sights too high, you'll have a hard time getting to where you want to be. I'm at 194.5 now, and even tho I have a bit to go before my goal, I'm not really putting a time limit on this one. I'm just aiming for 190, and the rate I'm going, I'll be there in no time. Just concentrate on the here and now. We will all get there eventually...
Got my liver tests back...enzymes went up a bit but liver is totally functioning normal. Very annoying. Going to see a specialist but still ok to be on IP. Might have to adjust IP not sure what that means. Will find out on Thur. Will keep u posted
Luccilove, Sending good thoughts your way. Completely understand your frustration. My ankles are still retaining water with a 110/84 bp with all blood work normal. Have you thought of doing Phase 2 like Want2be?
Slipfree--I have not thought of anything. I just dont want to get off plan. Curious what they will tell me.
I know u can relate because we are doing good and lost a lot of weight an unknowns make us wonder.
I am off all meds except thyroid and birth control. Thx
Luccilove- Want2be can jump in, but she has always followed phase 2 and her losses have been fantastic. That would cut the IP products to one meal. 8 ounces of protein at lunch with veggies, 8 ounces of protein at dinner. Just something to think about if they insist on a change. I hope that everything goes the way you want it to on Thurs. Off all Meds!!! Now that is a serious NSV!
Never thought about my meds as a nsv. Thx for pointing that out. Makes me feel proud. I am still in denial that I lost a lot of weight. My brother and cousins couldn't believe how different I look when they were here this weekend. I still think I look the same. I will ask them about P2
I am still in denial that I lost a lot of weight. I still think I look the same.
When I look in the mirror, I still think I look the same, too. All of the imperfections persist. I'm so glad I saved the outfit from my "before" pic and took those pics! The skin hanging on my lower abdomen is still there (was there before). Lumps, bumps, and dimples in my thighs and butt are all still there. My arms are thinner (4" each) but the skin and remaining fat HANGS (and yes, I work out!). My waist and hips are each 15" smaller. More than a foot! My clothes are smaller. But to me, I still look the same.
The training and surgery (or just plain real-life air brushing ) that would have to happen for me to really see the change is beyond my scope of time and budget.
lisa32989 -- I hear you. I am glad to know I am not alone on this topic.
Sometimes I see glimpse of myself and I say my stomach is not as big or hanging etc but I still see my imperfections. I think we always will. I think even if I had the surgeries I would fine something I did not like about me. It is a mental thing too. Very hard to deal with when you had to deal with being overweight your whole life.
I was talking to my counselor today about this. I started out 354lbs heavier. In my brain, I still see myself that big.. I'm hoping that at some time my brain is finally able to catch up.. The ##'s change, but the mental picture stays the same.
Want2be can jump in, but she has always followed phase 2 and her losses have been fantastic. That would cut the IP products to one meal. 8 ounces of protein at lunch with veggies, 8 ounces of protein at dinner. Just something to think about if they insist on a change. I hope that everything goes the way you want it to on Thurs. Off all Meds!!! Now that is a serious NSV! 
