Hi everyone,
I've been lurking for weeks and I finally decided I needed to start posting instead of peaking in on your weight loss successes. My name is Gaby and I live in Southern California with my husband of 6 years and our two young daughters, Stella 4 and Olivia 3.

I began the HMR program through our local hospital on September 8, 2008. I've been on the program for 8 weeks now and have lost a total of 28 pounds so far. If you aren't familiar with HMR it's a program that consists of shakes and entrees. I'm on the Decision Free program - 3 shakes and 2 entrees a day, no fruits or vegetables. Part of the requirements of the program is to attend class and have a doctor visit once a week.

I am so excited to start posting and journaling my weightloss with you all. I have read many of your post and I am amazed by the support you give one another and I can't wait to be a part of your group.

I look forward to getting to know everyone.

Gaby

, Gaby!

The HMR program sounds similar to MediFast. There is a forum dedicated to various meal/shake plans, located here (http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=194) if you're interested, as well as Diet Central.

That is great that you are attending a class and having weekly doctor visits. I imagine that would give you some sort of very consistant support from others following the exact same plan you are.

I hope everything works out for you on HMR and that you continue to lose weight successfully

Glad you joined! Looking forward to getting to know you!

Hi

I'm doing the HMR shakes now. I did the program about 5 years ago and lost about 40 pounds. I like the shakes but no the meals. I'm a very picky eater though my weight doesn't show it. It sounds like it is really working for you. I like the no decision of the shakes. I have one in the morning and in the afternoon after I exercise. I have decided to eat a balances dinner. Normally a chicken breast and veggies. Good luck in your weight lost journey.

PS The honey vanilla bars are very good also.

Thanks for the warm welcome!

loss4good: Are you ordering the shakes online?