Day 7 and first weigh in tonight. Hungry.

I am super happy for you! I haven't measured in a few weeks. I should probably do that! I love being in the size I am at, though pushing for the goal now! last month was slow so hopefully this month will be a little better! I am getting into some different dinner menus, cause you know the same old stuff can get boring! So here's to a good week! Woohoo

mostly at night! it will get easier! woohoo to your first weigh-in!

Had my first weigh in this morning @ 7am after only 5 days. (Wanted to set up on a Thursday AM schedule.)

Lot 6lb and 4 inches, which I'm happy about. Not only starting IP, but I quit alcohol 7 days ago; I was a 2-3 beers/night girl, boy how quickly that makes you fat, eh?

Day 3-4 were rough, but feeling better day by day. Already my feet don't hurt and I feel more flexible. Maybe it's all mental, but I'm going to keep chugging along!

I was Around 96Kg and tried to loss weight. After 3month I loss almost 10Kg, But then I could not continue my dieting. In present time My weight is 88Kg. It's increasing. Because of my mothers delicious recipes..

Now I am following this 7 day paleo diet plan android app.. see what happened next.

Not too well the last few days since I've been dealing with stomach issues...

Good job getting through the first week, BayougalATX! I'm on day 2 of IP right now and feeling pretty rough and weak. I've been in ketosis before when I lost 50 lbs on Atkins, but I don't remember feeling like this. Must be the low calories as well. I hope my first week results are as good as yours and that I start feeling better soon too!

I also enjoy drinking on the weekends with friends so that's going to be the hardest part for me. We can do this!

For you gals feeling weak, with headaches and other flu sort of issues.... DON'T FORGET TO UP YOUR SODIUM!!! Ketosis causes a dump of water as glucose is used up and sodium is dumped along with it. Everyone needs more on a LCarb diet.

Hi Frawnie. I guess I didn't know you are from Beaumont or Vidor. I lived in Houston for 25 years and my daughter and her family are there, along with many other close friends. My daughter's house is fine, although they were stranded at a friend's house for 2 days. I went to Houston last weekend to help with the cleanup. Yes, this destruction is very widespread, throughout the Texas coast. And now the Florida folks and the Islands are getting it from Irma.

We can only send prayers and help in whatever way possible.

I spent much time in South Florida up until last year when my sister passed away, so I know that area well, too.

MY thoughts and prayers are with all of those in this hurricane's path.

Hi Peeps!

Its been quite here for the last week or so, but that is ok! I am still going to ask how you all are doing? If you have fallen off the plan and are struggling how to re-start, write down the reasons why you keep doing the binge or your struggle. I have been dieting most of my life, even at 18 when I was actually thin! My brother and dad use to tell me that I was a "fatso" and "pig" along with many other names growing up, so I actually thought I was fat, when I wasnt. That was part of my struggle growing up along with other mental problems. I started to journal them years ago and with help I was able to rewire the thinking and it help me in my belief system. We here have had or still have the struggles with loosing weight! what a crazy thing huh? why is it so hard? what in the mind keeps telling you to cheat! (my thoughts ) keep fighting people and hope to see you on the boards soon!

Skinnyjeans...thank you for sharing and being so transparent with your own struggles. I can relate to much of what you are saying and the validation from others on the same journey is heartwarming.

Today marks week two for me and I have committed to staying 100 percent compliant until October 11th. Going to take a few days for travel and hubbys birthday and get back on until I am done, likely around thanksgiving time.

Dieting, or making lifestyle changes, really shines a light on so many emotions for me. I am hyper tuned into my body and my mind. While taxing, I like to look at it as an opportunity for improvement on a number of levels.

I am happy to see that there is a community here still. This forum has always been so helpful and I am looking forward to staying engaged throughout the process folks like yourself.

Keep going. One day at a time!

So glad you are focused! Its hard sometimes, like yesterday at work. A co-worker made homemade biscuits and gravy and some couple dropped off homemade croissant and all sorts of flavors. But, all loaded with things that would hurt my body at this time. So, I think about that and it helps me walk away. I know that I will eat those things someday, in moderation. But, my goal is more important. I do confess, there has been days I will have an extra ounce of meat for dinner and... an extra protein bar or so... cause dangit those days I am so hungry. But, I will not go far from that. I have about 20 pounds or less to lose and I am going to get there, and phase off correctly this time. Last time I didnt do it right and gained 30 of the 50 I lost!!! I like these boards because I tend to get a little more personal about my struggle, more than I would on facebook. Here is a little more private.
so hope to see you here ! take care

Lol, that's definitely been the hardest part! I had my 2nd weigh in today; I've lost 12 1/2 lbs in 13 days. I don't expect to keep going at that speed though, I'm sure most of this was beer/water weight.

This forum has been a godsend with all the tips & tricks. I'm not a big online posting person, but every time I was searching online for tips for IP, I kept getting directed back to this forum, so I figured that was fate!

Hi gals..... latest update at last weigh & measure on Tues was down just over another lb about 3 in 2 weeks. Great news is I lost a total of 9 inches now! A few more of my favorite non-stretch fashion jeans can be pulled up and zipped without lying on the floor lol. A couple more pairs can be pulled up but still cause me to think of sausage casing . Keep on goin' We'll get there. Monday is my next weigh in and I know I've dropped a bit more. Hope you are enjoying some beautiful late summer weather. Early this morning when I got home from work at 5 am it was only 2 degrees Celsius. That's only about 35F. Yikes! It's nice and warm during the day though, low 20's.

Liana

9 inches is fabulous. I finally took the measurement tape to the body and was happy to see the results. I did not take them when I first started in April. But went from a size 14-16 to now a 8-6 size dress and some pants. It super encouraging. This morning I went on a different blog page on 3fcs and was amazed at some of the conversations of people dieting. I almost cried because of the struggle they are going through. I wanted to reach out and post a thought but felt maybe not because I couldn't experience their struggles. I am glad I am where I am and grateful to be alive! Have a wonderful day and talk with you soon!