I have to confess that lastnight I had some friends invite me out, and I had a sitter so I went. I went with every intention of just sitting there with my water. However one of them ordered some what Ill just call bar food and wont specify, and I was starved for some reason lastnight. I made sure to eat dinner at about 5-6pm by this time it was only about 9pm. I still lost my will power and ended up eating some things that I should not have. Now I'm worried about Thanksgiving because I have a plan and if I couldn't keep to my plan lastnight I feel like as if I'm in some trouble. I'm also suposed to WI today and I'm scared to go and not see a loss after what I did yesterday. I'm just having such bad cravings lately. Sorry if this post is long, and I am also sorry if I'm whining as well.
I have to confess that lastnight I had some friends invite me out, and I had a sitter so I went. I went with every intention of just sitting there with my water. However one of them ordered some what Ill just call bar food and wont specify, and I was starved for some reason lastnight. I made sure to eat dinner at about 5-6pm by this time it was only about 9pm. I still lost my will power and ended up eating some things that I should not have. Now I'm worried about Thanksgiving because I have a plan and if I couldn't keep to my plan lastnight I feel like as if I'm in some trouble. I'm also suposed to WI today and I'm scared to go and not see a loss after what I did yesterday. I'm just having such bad cravings lately. Sorry if this post is long, and I am also sorry if I'm whining as well.
I think we've all been there. I'd say the best thing is to just not let it derail you any further. Also, you might not see a loss, you might even see a gain but much of it will be water weight that will come right back off. Don't panic, hang in there.
Sorry to be a post monger, but I thought some of you who might be traveling would be interested to know--
When I told my center I was flying to Orlando this week, they told me to not pack any of the liquid concentrate HNSs in my carry-ons, as they have heard reports from clients that the TSA has been confiscating them. I hadn't even thought of that!
I'll probably carry some bars and some powder HNS with me, just in case I need them or my luggage gets lost, and just pack my liquid HNSs.
Just thought that was good info to know--I'd hate to just throw away money by having them confiscated.
I flew in October...and I was sure to bring the box. They really can't confiscate them...they are under the 3 oz. rule...you are allowed to bring any gel or liquid that is 3 oz....while I did get funny looks from them, I simply told the guy "protien drink mix for my diet" and he passed them on through. Only bring what you need while traveling and pack the rest.
I did have one liquid pop in my suitcase (I guess from pressure) so be sure they are in a ziplock.
Just weighed in today...and down to 186! That is 23 pounds lost! I am hoping to be to 180 by the end of the month (or close!) so I am trying to lose over Thanksgiving. I feel like I can do it! I'm on a roll!
Going for a workout today....and have my meals lined up for lunch and dinner. Ready to conquer the world! :-)
Just weighed in today...and down to 186! That is 23 pounds lost! I am hoping to be to 180 by the end of the month (or close!) so I am trying to lose over Thanksgiving. I feel like I can do it! I'm on a roll!
Going for a workout today....and have my meals lined up for lunch and dinner. Ready to conquer the world! :-)
Great! It looks like we started the program about the same time as well. Do you go to the N. Raleigh center or Cary center? We actually live in Harnett County so I go to the Cary center.
I travel alot for work and have managed to stay OP while eating out. Subway salad w/grilled chicken, Chick Fil A's salad w/grilled chicken .. both good. Today I had lunch at 42nd Oyster Bar .. salad w/olive oil and blackened ahi tuna. Very yummy! I am getting use to salads with small amount of olive oil.
Awesome - I go to Cary too...and used to live in Harnett Co. (Erwin), small world
Way to go with managing to stay OP while traveling and eating out, that's no small feat (sp?)! Will you be at connections Sat?
I have to confess that lastnight I had some friends invite me out, and I had a sitter so I went. I went with every intention of just sitting there with my water. However one of them ordered some what Ill just call bar food and wont specify, and I was starved for some reason lastnight. I made sure to eat dinner at about 5-6pm by this time it was only about 9pm. I still lost my will power and ended up eating some things that I should not have. Now I'm worried about Thanksgiving because I have a plan and if I couldn't keep to my plan lastnight I feel like as if I'm in some trouble. I'm also suposed to WI today and I'm scared to go and not see a loss after what I did yesterday. I'm just having such bad cravings lately. Sorry if this post is long, and I am also sorry if I'm whining as well.
ShaddenA....I had a similar experience last week, I was weak at night and had mad cravings (haven't had ANY since starting program until last week). I found out why and it totally makes sense....I had tasted, took a bite, of fudge. It was delicious and I felt fulfilled by having a "taste". After talking with my awesome girl at the center and explaining my crazy cravings...she said it was because my sugar "spiked" when I tasted the fudge and then my body had to rebalance which let in cravings. Talk about motivation to stay op...I didn't want to go through another few days of cravings (and constantly thinking about food and being hungry) all because of a little taste. So hang in there, use the next few days to get back op and then you will feel "right" again Good luck at WI!!
Thank you all so much for the motivation I am going to go ahead and head to WI now. All my friends know I'm dieting but none know that I paid a business to help me and that it's more strict than just saying oh I'm on a diet. I won't tell them yet because none of us are really in financially good places right now. The only way I was able to do this is because my mother helped me. I am hoping that as I get thinner it will help a little bit in finding a better job.
I have found that if you explain it to people, they try to help. My mom helped me pay for it as well...and I didn't disclose to anyone how much MRC costs. A lot of diet or excercise programs cost money (WW, gyms, etc). so be open with them about your diet restrictions. I explain to my friends that I can eat out basically anywhere, but that it would be great if they didn't offer to share with me. And when my husband orders something "bad" that I shouldn't eat, he moves it out of my arms reach at the table (or I move it there) so I can't take nibbles.
Its also easier to mix drinks and take supplements when they know what's up. Otherwise, you will feel like you need to "hide" that stuff...and you don't.
Don't beat yourself up for your going off program, but let those closest to you in on the diet. They will be supportive and try to help.
Good news, even after all that I went to my WI today and lost 1.5lbs Now I think that if I could actually have a full complete op week, I could actually lose more than 2.5 per week. I get to start creamy's tomorrow so that will help me a ton with the night time craving.
Good news, even after all that I went to my WI today and lost 1.5lbs Now I think that if I could actually have a full complete op week, I could actually lose more than 2.5 per week. I get to start creamy's tomorrow so that will help me a ton with the night time craving.
That is great! Way to go!
Those creamies will really help out. I love my daily creamy!
Just weighed in today...and down to 186! That is 23 pounds lost! I am hoping to be to 180 by the end of the month (or close!) so I am trying to lose over Thanksgiving. I feel like I can do it! I'm on a roll!
Going for a workout today....and have my meals lined up for lunch and dinner. Ready to conquer the world! :-)
