[BarbieBoston77]

Hi all,
Just starting, and working with a limited amount of product. Ordered enough for 3 months to get me comfortable with the program. Have a goal of 30 lbs by August with confidence I'll make it. Need to lose double that, but want a mid-term, tangible goal for my self.
Worst time - NIGHT TIME!!
any hints, I'll take them

About me - I'm a single mom, who adopted from Latin America. She is in her early teens now (wow that wasn't on the label!!) I was slightly over weight, at 180, 5.6, but athletic and active. Now, 50 lbs heavier... how did that happen!! I want to lose more than I gained. Hope that isn't over ambitious. Pre-diabetic (that snuck up too!)
happy to be here!

[stickingtotheplan]

Welcome BarbieBoston!
I'm not exactly new here but don't post a lot (until just recently). I wanted to start back on IP four months ago and bought food but didn't loose any weight because I couldn't stay on the program. I could eat clean at work but would binge on the weekend. I'm now on day 7 of clean eating and really taking it day-by-day right now. So it is difficult for me to give anyone advice - except for starting over sucks - so stick to the plan. Afternoons and evenings are difficult for me (because I love to snack) so I have been drinking a lot of ice tea (peach, mango, green, earl grey) which helps. I've also been brain-washing myself this time around telling myself that this is easy (60 days)and trying to make this a totally positive time (instead of generating negative thoughts like "I can't" and "I'm sick of living by rules/restrictions." I'm also trying to only eat packets and/or food that I enjoy (so I'm not suffering through a packet or meal) to feel like I'm living and not so deprived. My first time on IP in 2011 I had the same shakes/meals everyday with little variation. This time I'm trying new things and experimenting with new veggies. I also bought the Veggetti from Bed, Bath, and Beyond -to make zucchini pasta - yum. Staying positive is key for me because I can quickly go south on this thing. Keep writing about your progress.

[oneuh2]

Your tactics look like a good approach to me - don't worry about giving advice - check in regularly and let us know how you are doing. We are all in this together ya know!!!

[Greyfaery]

You can do it!!

[stickingtotheplan]

Hi everyone. I'm staying strong and on day 9 of eating clean (or OP). I'm feeling more of the high of ketosis today which is real nice. I also worked out today at the gym which elevates my mood. I know we are not supposed to workout on this diet but I have a good personal trainer right now (long story) and I need some tone again after two years of being a workaholic (and sitting 10 hours a day). How is everyone doing? How is your appetite? I'm not as hungry today. Thanks for all of you that are posting because it is fun to read.