New and starting w/ phase 1.5 - 3 Fat Chicks on a Diet Weight Loss Community

crcossel · 08-01-2011, 02:56 PM

So I almost didn't post in here because I'm not doing SBD the way most people do. I did a few years ago. Since then I've tried counting calories etc but nothing was as good. Plus with traveling a lot calorie counting is just too hard. It's easier to go to a restaurant and ordering no bread or rice.

My "modification" is 1/2 cup of old fashioned oatmeal in my breakfast. Plus a few craisens on my lunch salad.

Even though this is more Phase 1.5 I still think this is place for me to hang out

Candice

ultimatebea · 08-01-2011, 10:48 PM

WELCOME!! This is INDEED the place to be - grab a towel and a spot on this particular stretch of beach - everyone here is GREAT.

Be well!

Mmckellen · 08-02-2011, 05:52 AM

Welcome Candice,
I urge you to think about doing phase 1. It's only for two weeks, but it sets you up to be very successful in all the other phases of South Beach. You can have the oatmeal and craisins right away on Phase 2. Think about it - there's a reason he has built in Phase 1. I'm sure others will chime in on this.

WaistingTime · 08-02-2011, 06:14 AM

Welcome! As a SBD purist or not

I'm a big one for making things fit your own life and needs. If you don't find the cravings vanishing, you may want to do PH1. Also, I love craisins on salads too, but have never been able to find any without added sugar so have given them up... you might want to watch for that.

CyndiM · 08-02-2011, 06:42 AM

It's my job to ask - have you read the book?

It's really important to understand the science behind the food choices on this plan.
I do agree with the others that a clean Phase 1 really makes a big difference. It is just two weeks and goes by pretty quickly (though I did miss my apples!).

Craisins are certainly an individual decision food. I don't usually buy them because the best I can find are from the health food store and sweetened with apple juice. Most are either pure sugar or high fructose corn syrup sweetened. One of the things I've learned on this plan is what my triggers are and for me even a little HFCS is not a choice. I do know some Beachers can eat a few without problems.

Come join us in the Daily thread and check out the On Plan thread for menu ideas. Many of us find those habits really help us stay focused. The Quick Guide might be helpful if you haven't found it yet.

Lexxiss · 08-02-2011, 08:21 AM

Welcome!

Ruthxxx · 08-02-2011, 08:27 AM

This is Cottagebythesea, sneaking in to welcome you from RUTH'S computer.

So,

, Candice! It's nice that you've decided to join us and I look forward to getting to know you!

crcossel · 08-02-2011, 08:49 AM

Hey all,

Thanks for the welcome. And thanks for your suggestions/concerns. I really do appreciate it

I have read the book but its been years.

I decided to do my modified plan for 2 reasons. 1) A bodybuilding/fitness coach I know strongly recommended oatmeal in my breakfast. I know it helps me get through the day better and gives me energy which lowers my coffee intake. 2) The craisens were to make my salads palatable. I really don't like the idea of salads for a meal but I KNOW bread is my MAIN problem. So I only use about a tablespoon.

In addition to all this I travel 3-4 days a week so I needed to make this doable for me.

BTW, this is pretty darn strict for me. And what happened is last week 2 different people asked "when are you due?".......needless to say I'm not pregnant. Talk about a wake up call.

However, I will say this. I'll try this for 2 weeks. If my cravings are bad or its just not working I will do Phase 1 the way its written.

I think the hardest thing for me is the lack of alcohol and evening desserts. I crave that. Last night I went to bed 1 hour after dinner just to avoid accidentally going into the kitchen for dessert.

So glad I'm here!

asphyxia63 · 08-02-2011, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by crcossel

BTW, this is pretty darn strict for me. And what happened is last week 2 different people asked "when are you due?".......needless to say I'm not pregnant. Talk about a wake up call.

That has happened to me TOO many time in the past year where I knew I had to do something. "Oh, you're showing!" and "When's the big day!?!" are things I HATE hearing and can't believe that people actually say that without actual knowledge that you may be pregnant! Unless I show you my sonogram, don't assume I'm pregnant people!

Sorry for the vent!

And WELCOME!

I also agree with doing a clean phase 1 and then allowing some tweaking to fit your needs. It is such an important part of plan!

jenne1017 · 08-02-2011, 12:04 PM

I agree with the Ph1 (as I noted in another thread to someone else). I find that I can do it for two weeks out of 52 in a year. I get making it palatable for you though, but the 2 weeks isn't for life. I will get off the

I travel a lot for work too. Do you fly or is it a lot of driving? Keeping a cooler in the car is helpful. For flying, why I do is bring nuts, cheese sticks, etc for the flight then hit a CVS or grocery store (whatever is available) when I land to get some staples (I either keep things on ice in my hotel room though most times, there is a fridge!).

I too am lowering my coffee intake. It's rough!! But doable.

Welcome again!!!

nanjmc · 08-02-2011, 05:33 PM

You will be amazed after a clean phase 1 how much your cravings for dessert will decrease. I was a major sugar addict and after phase one I could turn away all the snacks my coworkers brought it, and it AMAZED me that I could. I thought I was just weak willed, turns out sugar had an incredible hold on me.