Well...I am not a newbie to dieting but, new to this community. I am looking for support and motivation. My DH is on this journey with me. He has began the Ideal Protein program and is on his 4th week, total loss 28 lbs. I have been following a mimic of IP as we cannot afford to have 2 of us on IP at $95 a week.

I have lost 20lbs now. By utilizing protein shakes in place of the protein packets and meals my DH has on IP. Looking to see if others have had success on an alternative IP?

I will be the big 4-0 in 4 months and I want to hit it a little be healthier and closer to my goals.

Anyway, excited to have a community!!

I'm new to this community too and I think it would great if we could email and motivate each other! You could PM me if you'd like

Hello! I am new to this as well...not new to dieting - I think I have lived most of my life on one. in 2010, I lost 40 lbs and felt great....thought I had finally conquered my lifelong battle...but have slipped over the past year and gained about 12 lbs back...and wanting to nip it now and get back on track.

is anyone willing to share tips? motivations? supplements?

Hi BuffieLynn, KaylaIre, and Tharbold! So glad to have you here! You will find so much support on this site! There are many forums and threads to browse with lots of great advice, tips, recipes, and weight loss/fitness information, so look around and jump right in! Newbies are always welcome and everyone wants the best for you! BuffieLynn, be sure to check out the IP forum: http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/ideal-protein-diet-236/. Good luck!

KaylaIrez, still trying to figure out the PM piece. I am happy to PM each other for support. what program or method are you using?