Hey Michelle!

I did not realize that we were at the same height! I am 5'6 and presently a size 16... I can squeeze my butt in a few size 14 but definitely not jeans... lol
I also want to lose primarily to look good and be able to buy some sexy clothes in a regular store. The other reason is because i want to be more active for my child... and in case it don't work with my new boyfriend, i want it to be easy to meet someone ;)

Florence

allabouttheskinny: Even though it may seem hard to believe, your cravings will disappear. I have been on the program for almost 2 weeks now and i had absolutely NO cravings. The first time i tried the program for three days i kept on cheating... The second time (which is this time) it has been very easy...

My biggest secret i guess, is the cooking. I make banana bread, muffins, biscuits, ice cream sunday off the packages so that i am not bored... The food by itself is not disgusting or anything... It just gets monotonous if you don't cook IMO!

My boyfriend has been eating all of my favorite foods in front of me, and even though it smells good, my mouth is NOT watering and my body is not asking for it! The proof? My student brought me a Milky Way (my favorite candy bar) four days ago and it is still in my drawer at work!

Once you start losing, you will not want to mess up your hard work for a little cheat! It is not worth it!!! And once you are in ketosis, it is SO easy! A lot of energy, no hunger, no cravings... If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact us!

Florence

Flo,
What do you teach? I'm a 6th grade teacher.

OK, I'm officially BUMMED!!!! I was so hoping that my shipment would arrive TOMORROW so that I'd have the first three days at home over the long weekend. I just tracked my shipment and it says that it's not scheduled to arrive until Jan 22. :(

Ohhh Samara... Sorry to hear that! But you can use these 3 days to prep you for the program by cutting down on your carbs and fat and increasing your protein... If you stick to 900 calories during these 3 days, you will be ready to go when your shipment arrive ;)

I am a High School teacher. I teach French... which is easy for me because I am French ;) lol I was supposed to go to law school, but i got pregnant and i figured... why not keep on teaching? I won't be in debt and i get to spend a lot of time with my child :D

Flo - You are doing great!!! :carrot:

Thank you Sweet P!

Hi! I'm new to the site, but I've been wandering around here for a few days, reading reviews of diets and what would be best for me. I've always been a big big girl but lately it's gotten out of control! I've been seeing a nutritionist and believe in an all organic vegan lifestyle, even a 100% raw one. However, I think losing weight will help me in the long run than eating healthy and not losing it quite as fast!

I'm really happy this forum is so active; it's nice having somewhere to go to and read about the success (and sometimes failures) of others. I've decided to start medifast with my mother (who thinks I can't do it on my own) and will be placing my order soon. I do have a question though. Is there anyone here from Canada who does it? What's the shipping cost to go over the boarder? Also, I'm eager to go to the gym, but apparently this leaves you with little energy and working out a lot is not recomended. Can anyone give me tips on what I can do to exersize?

Welcome Leelu!

I am gonna start walking for 2 weeks and do the HIP HOP ABS at home, then I will go to the gym. I think it is important to give your body two weeks to adjust to the diet before you add the gym. You won't be tired once you are in Ketosis... About sending to Canada, I am not sure... I think Maya is in Canada... but she is taking a break from posting right now so i am not sure... sorry!

Hi Leelu! :welcome:
I just walk on my treadmill. Sometimes, if the song is particularly upbeat I will break into a jog, but mostly I just walk. When the weather gets nicer I will start walking outdoors again. I've never been a member of a gym. The thought of walking into one scares the :o out of me! But I know a lot of people who go and love it.
I would just be really aware of how you're body is feeling and just do as much as you can without wearing yourself out. If I am feeling hungry at the end of the day, I ease up on the exercise the next day. Good luck--You're gonna do great!

Thanks you guys! I always wanted to run, everyone who runs regularly seems to love it. Problem is I've got a lot of scar tissue and nerve damage in my foot :( makes walking and running and a lot of cardio hard. That being said, it's not an excuse for me not to work out! Thanks for the advice for the two week introduction Flo, I'll use that as my guide. :) And, thanks for the words of support Andrea!

It's really nice here. *settles into the forum and never leaves*

I don't actually love doing anything that makes me perspire (plus I have a reconstructed knee from a roller skating accident). I have taken to walking my kids around the school a couple of times a day, though just to keep their blood from pooling in their bottoms. ;)

I teach fourth grade and today for lunch they had hamburgers and tater tots. I didn't cave, though. You're right, Flo, I just didn't want to screw up what I've done already.

I can tell a difference in my bras! I was having a really rough time finding bras that fit, since even Lane Bryant's highest cup size is an H. My cups runneth over, you know...

Happy Friday to everyone!

I think I mentioned that I operate a daycare in my home. We had a visit from our nutrition lady this week who promptly whipped out some plastic food....hot dogs, chicken nuggets, etc. and proceeded to tell me how much of each serving was FAT! I really try to limit those food items with my kids but those are the ones they'll eat. I just try to serve them occassionally and add in a lot of fresh fruits and veggies and whole grains. Did you know we can claim french fries as a veggie on our food program? (The government program for child care providers NOT MF! ;) ) Crazy! No wonder kids are overweight if we think french fries are a vegetable. :lol: Sometimes I find myself reaching for their lunch and then I think, :rollpin:
As far as cravings...so far I haven't really had too much trouble. The hardest night was last Fri. It was my daughter's 17th birthday and we had gotten this huge cake from Costco. I asked my husband to freeze what they didn't eat. Out of sight, out of mind works for me! (Especially if it's frozen!)

I'm feeling much more encouraged and upbeat than I did at the beginning of the week. I swear my clothes are feeling a little looser. :dance: Tomorrow will be 2 weeks since I started MF! I'm so glad I found this program and this forum.

Hi everyone!

try finding a 44B! Just because I am fat doesn't mean I have big boobettes lol

My order arrived!!!!!!!! :carrot:

We tried a chocolate shake and the choc caramel bar, both great. We are starting on Sunday.

i have been doing slim fast and cutting carbs so hope to ease into it.:^:

Andrea: I will see you for weigh in tomorrow ;) I hope you had a better week than me :) By this, I mean that I was on Plan 100% but i do not think i will have a big loss on tomorrow weigh-in... Maybe i will reach Onederland next friday (not tomorrow :()