Originally Posted by GWE140:
MediQuick! Two shakes a day w/ HNS, two snacks (one protein bar and another HNS) and MRC dinner...I am doing this for two weeks to get the 12 off!

wow, thanks for sharing that. I could do this for sure!

Originally Posted by lolajean624:
The good news is - I went to WI this morning and I made it. 30 lbs. - on the dot! Got my rock, signed the board. 31.5 inches. I changed my ticker - even if it seems the same to the rest of the world, it's different in my mind. ;) I talked to my counselor a little about the fact that I don't think I'll make my goal weight by the date I'm sposed to. (May 17th - which would mean I'd need to lose 17 lbs in a little less than a month). I told her I do not plan to extend my contract, even if I'm not at that weight and asked if they'd let me start stabilization anyway. She sort of danced around a little, but I just wanted to put that out there. Frankly, I'm not going to extend it. I get to decide what my goal is, not them. I'm going to keep working every bit as hard and whatever my weight is at that point is what it is. :drill: We'll see how they react when the time comes. After the way I felt about this whole thing, I decided I am not going to end up feeling like a failure over a few pounds when I've accomplished so much.

It is all a matter of thinking and if you win that battle, the rest is completely possible. Way to go!

Originally Posted by lolajean624:
I told her I do not plan to extend my contract, even if I'm not at that weight and asked if they'd let me start stabilization anyway. She sort of danced around a little, but I just wanted to put that out there. Frankly, I'm not going to extend it. I get to decide what my goal is, not them.

Lola - First off CONGRATULATIONS!! You have accomplished so much.

Be strong - you can do it! I too agree with your statement above. I also felt like my goal is set by me, not MRC. I was within 6 lbs of my goal - a point at which they will allow an individual to start Stabilization, but they asked me to re-sign because I was not at the "acceptable" BMI. When I initially enrolled in MRC I knew I was setting my goal about 20 lbs shy of where I should actually be (because I only wanted to pay for 17 weeks and not 24) - so logically one would already guess I would not be at "acceptable" BMI for my height. They tried to push me into re-signing to get to correct BMI, but I held my ground and said I was absolutely thrilled with losing 45 lbs and I paid for stabilization and 1 yr maintenance to lose 51 lbs not 75. In the end they let me start stabilization. This is my program, not theirs. If you are happy where you are in the end - you have developed the tools to be successful and that's all that matters (in my opinion)!

Originally Posted by GWE140:
MediQuick! Two shakes a day w/ HNS, two snacks (one protein bar and another HNS) and MRC dinner...I am doing this for two weeks to get the 12 off!

okay, now that I have been thinking about this -- wait a minute. so, that really isn't quite the mediquick plan is it? Doesn't that just include a shake at breakfast w/hns, a meal replacement bar at lunch w/hns, then the usual dinner w/hns? Or no?

Originally Posted by lolajean624:
Listen to them try to discourage me from starting to run. What is that about? That's the third person there to cringe when I say I'm going to start running. Like they think I'm going to turn into a marathon runner overnight?!?!? Please, I'll be lucky if I end up being able to run a mile.

Dont let them discourage you from running. I weigh 286 and I did a 5K run/walk last month. It was one of the highest accomplishments I have ever made. My trainer and I work cardio and light jogging into my workouts every week. If you want to run you can do it!!

Originally Posted by leigh34:
Lola - First off CONGRATULATIONS!! You have accomplished so much.

Be strong - you can do it! I too agree with your statement above. I also felt like my goal is set by me, not MRC. I was within 6 lbs of my goal - a point at which they will allow an individual to start Stabilization, but they asked me to re-sign because I was not at the "acceptable" BMI. When I initially enrolled in MRC I knew I was setting my goal about 20 lbs shy of where I should actually be (because I only wanted to pay for 17 weeks and not 24) - so logically one would already guess I would not be at "acceptable" BMI for my height. They tried to push me into re-signing to get to correct BMI, but I held my ground and said I was absolutely thrilled with losing 45 lbs and I paid for stabilization and 1 yr maintenance to lose 51 lbs not 75. In the end they let me start stabilization. This is my program, not theirs. If you are happy where you are in the end - you have developed the tools to be successful and that's all that matters (in my opinion)!

Thanks leigh! The funny thing about that is, when I went in I wanted to lose 30 lbs! I agreed to my goal weight being where it is and know that I'd love to be that weight. But I also know I need to keep the weight off and if I end up feeling like a failure, I won't. Like I said - I'll keep working hard and keep losing weight til my 17 weeks is up, then, if they won't let me go on stabilization, I'll just have to figure it out on my own. They've been really helpful and supportive, so hopefully, they'll figure out a way to continue to do that.

Originally Posted by Joy2MeNu:
okay, now that I have been thinking about this -- wait a minute. so, that really isn't quite the mediquick plan is it? Doesn't that just include a shake at breakfast w/hns, a meal replacement bar at lunch w/hns, then the usual dinner w/hns? Or no?

You are quick...:):) that is why I called it MEDI-QUICK and not Meta-Quick! My version of Meta-Quick...sorry for the confusion...I was trying to be funny...basically I have a higher need for protein and calories because of my running so I am basically doing the MRC Meta-Quick plan with the substitution of a protein bar as a snack rather than just an HNS, I do not have the bars as a meal replacement only as a snack, both my breakfast and lunch are shakes and HNS, all else the same for the Meta-Quick plan ie. dinner, proteins, etc...looking at it I am pretty much doing the Meta-Quick but having bars or puddings for snacks that adds around 200 extra calories to my daily total which helps me during my runs.

I also wanted to add that MRC has SO MANY different programs it is hard for us all to keep up with all the names:)

So what is the one they can put you on to lose real fast.. Is it Meta Quick? I think it is the one with all the shakes and one meal or something? The mentioned it to me a while ago and I told them I couldn't do it .. I can I guess. I wonder how much this one costs or is it all the same stuff just used in a different way?

Ronnie

Originally Posted by :
So what is the one they can put you on to lose real fast.. Is it Meta Quick?

Yes, Meta-quick is what they put you on to change up your plan and for me, it helps kick me into full time ketosis. I also like it during weeks that i'm really busy and don't have the time or energy to deal with planning all three meals every day.

Meta-quick is:
- shake or bar for breakfast + HNS
- shake or bar for lunch + HNS
- normal dinner of veggie + starch and the protein is limited to lean chicken, turkey, tuna and steak up to twice. (No cheese, cottage cheese, etc). + HNS
- and a fourth HNS somewhere in the day.

The other key notes are you can't do the bar more than once a day and you can't do meta-quick more than 7 days within every 30 days (but you are allowed to break it into segments. Right now i'm doing it in a 2 day then 5 day segment because I don't like doing meta-quick on the weekends).

Originally Posted by GoalAug2010:
Yes, Meta-quick is what they put you on to change up your plan and for me, it helps kick me into full time ketosis. I also like it during weeks that i'm really busy and don't have the time or energy to deal with planning all three meals every day.

Meta-quick is:
- shake or bar for breakfast + HNS
- shake or bar for lunch + HNS
- normal dinner of veggie + starch and the protein is limited to lean chicken, turkey, tuna and steak up to twice. (No cheese, cottage cheese, etc). + HNS
- and a fourth HNS somewhere in the day.

The other key notes are you can't do the bar more than once a day and you can't do meta-quick more than 7 days within every 30 days (but you are allowed to break it into segments. Right now i'm doing it in a 2 day then 5 day segment because I don't like doing meta-quick on the weekends).

The Meta-Quick plan also gives an optional snack (HNS) between breakfast and lunch and lunch and dinner. Which I have to have or can't get through the day...I have noticed that after a couple of days on this I can be satisfied and stay full on a shake throughout the day, the only issue is when I need to run I have to have more to get me through the day..so I eat a bar after. I purchased 8 boxes (4 vanilla, 4 chocolate) of the meal replacement shakes on dietdirect when they were on sale a couple of weeks ago and it is very cost effective. And YES the ease of this plan is very convenient for busy days, also with my recent purchase of the "blender" bottle this makes having shakes very fast, no need to bring out the blender with the clean up, I just put the water in the bottle, shake powder, HNS close and shake and drink....

Originally Posted by GWE140:
The Meta-Quick plan also gives an optional snack (HNS) between breakfast and lunch and lunch and dinner. Which I have to have or can't get through the day...I have noticed that after a couple of days on this I can be satisfied and stay full on a shake throughout the day, the only issue is when I need to run I have to have more to get me through the day..so I eat a bar after. I purchased 8 boxes (4 vanilla, 4 chocolate) of the meal replacement shakes on dietdirect when they were on sale a couple of weeks ago and it is very cost effective. And YES the ease of this plan is very convenient for busy days, also with my recent purchase of the "blender" bottle this makes having shakes very fast, no need to bring out the blender with the clean up, I just put the water in the bottle, shake powder, HNS close and shake and drink....

There are so many types on Diet direct, what brand did you buy? I have thought about doing this for a few days, but can't figure out if it's Bariwise/proti/ or Wonderslim.. I'm going on Vacation at the end of next month, and want to be super good before I go..

Originally Posted by MEEZOOGIRL:
There are so many types on Diet direct, what brand did you buy? I have thought about doing this for a few days, but can't figure out if it's Bariwise/proti/ or Wonderslim.. I'm going on Vacation at the end of next month, and want to be super good before I go..

I purchased the BariWise meal replacement powder in individual packs, they come just like the MRC 7 to a box. BariWise was recommended as being the closest to MRC meal replacement shakes. Here is the information taken from Dietdirect if you want to compare it to MRC. I buy them when on sale.

BariWise Meal Replacement Protein Shakes
7 Servings Per Box

Flavors: Chocolate, Vanilla.

BariWise Meal Replacement Shakes qualify as a true meal replacement. As a VHP (very high protein) protein supplement, they provide 35 grams of high quality protein per serving, with only a gram of fat and 1 gram of sugar. BariWise Meal Replacement Shakes are vitamin fortified, making it an ideal shake for diets using minimal supplemental food, or as a convenient meal replacement shake.

Key features of the BariWise Meal Replacement Shakes:

* High Protein - An Incredible 35 grams Per Shake
* Low Fat - 1 to 1.5 grams Per Shake
* Low Sugar - 1 gram Per Shake
* 230 to 240 Calories Per Serving
* Enriched with 19 Vitamins and Minerals
* 100% of the Daily Value of Vitamins A, D and E
* High in Calcium and Magnesium
* Use as a Meal Replacement Shake for Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner
* Two Delicious Flavors
* Easily Mixes with Water
* Energy Boosting Shake
* Quick and Easy to Make

CHOCOLATE
Supplement Facts: (Per Serving)
Calories: 230, Protein: 35 grams (70%), Total Fat: 1 gram, Saturated Fat: .5 grams, Trans Fat: 0 grams, Cholesterol: 5 mg, Sodium: 440 mg, Potassium: 1000 mg, Total Carbohydrates: 20 grams, Dietary Fiber: 3 grams, Sugars: 2 grams.

VANILLA
Supplement Facts: (Per Serving)
Calories: 240, Protein: 35 grams (70%), Total Fat: 1.5 grams, Saturated Fat: 0.5 grams, Trans Fat: 0 grams, Cholesterol: 10 mg, Sodium: 390 mg, Potassium: 750 mg, Total Carbohydrates: 23 grams, Dietary Fiber: Less than 1 gram, Sugars: 2 grams.

Thanks.. I'll look into those.. I really want to try it for a few days.. I'm almost out of HNS's too, so I'll place an order..

I;m curious as to why they would not want you to start running? Do you have poor knees or joint issues. Maybe I don't understand MRC very well.....

Originally Posted by ma26:
I;m curious as to why they would not want you to start running? Do you have poor knees or joint issues. Maybe I don't understand MRC very well.....

I'm curious too. I don't have any health (knees, joints, etc.) issues that would be problematic. I know MRC doesn't advocate going over a certain amount of exercise each week (help me out here chicks - I can't remember how much) because it has an impact on how our bodies function, which can impact how the diet works. I am not much of an athlete these days, although I ran 5 days a week in college. I reassured them that I didn't have any intention of competing or overdoing it. Maybe I just look like such a jock now that I've lost weight they can't imagine me not heading for the Olympics. :rofl: